NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2021 Volvo Xc60 T8 Polestar Engineered Safety Record
The 2021 Volvo Xc60 T8 Polestar Engineered has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 0 recalls and 31 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2021 Volvo XC60 T8 Polestar Engineered has not undergone federal crash testing by NHTSA. Consequently, no star ratings or Safety Index score are available for this model. The administrative safety record on file reflects a light burden, with zero recalls issued and 31 unverified owner complaints. This data describes the vehicle's reported issues but cannot provide insight into its crashworthiness.
The 2021 Volvo XC60 T8 Polestar Engineered was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries zero recalls, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 31 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2021 Volvo Xc60 T8 Polestar Engineered?
The 2021 Volvo XC60 T8 Polestar Engineered has no recalls on file with NHTSA. This absence of manufacturer or agency-initiated safety campaigns is notable. Owner complaints are also low relative to the broader vehicle population, with 31 unverified allegations across six component areas. The Electrical System generated the most reports, followed by Service Brakes and Forward Collision Avoidance. These 31 complaints include four alleged injuries, though NHTSA has not confirmed any as defects. We have no adjacent model year crash-test results for directional reference in our data.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2021 Volvo Xc60 T8 Polestar Engineered have any recalls?
The 2021 Volvo XC60 T8 Polestar Engineered has zero NHTSA recall campaigns on file. There are no park-outside advisories, no do-not-drive orders, and no remedy campaigns associated with this model year in the federal record.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2021 Volvo Xc60 T8 Polestar Engineered?
Owners have filed 31 unverified allegations with NHTSA covering the Electrical System (9 reports), an Unknown or Other category (8), Service Brakes (7), Forward Collision Avoidance (6), Steering (5), and Engine (5). These are unverified consumer allegations, not established defects, and include 3 reported crashes and 4 reported injuries.
31 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2021 Volvo Xc60 T8 Polestar Engineered?
Any used example of the 2021 Volvo XC60 T8 Polestar Engineered should be checked by VIN at nhtsa.gov before purchase to confirm no open recall has been added to the federal record after this data was compiled. Recall status can change, and a VIN-level check is the only way to verify the current standing for a specific vehicle.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2021 Volvo XC60 T8 Polestar Engineered, meaning no federal star ratings or Safety Index score exists for this specific model year and trim.
- The 2021 model year has zero NHTSA recall campaigns on file, placing it in the Light burden band alongside vehicles with minimal federal safety administrative activity.
- Thirty-one unverified owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA, with the Electrical System, Service Brakes, and Forward Collision Avoidance accounting for the largest shares of reported concerns.
- Shoppers evaluating a used example should run the vehicle's VIN through the NHTSA recall lookup at nhtsa.gov to confirm no new recall campaign has been opened since this record was compiled.
FAQ2021 Volvo Xc60 T8 Polestar Engineered safety questions
Was the 2021 Volvo Xc60 T8 Polestar Engineered crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 0 recalls and 31 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2021 Volvo Xc60 T8 Polestar Engineered have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2021 Volvo Xc60 T8 Polestar Engineered as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2021 Volvo Xc60 T8 Polestar Engineered?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 31 owner complaints are on file for the 2021 Volvo Xc60 T8 Polestar Engineered. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Volvo Xc60 T8 Polestar Engineered 2021.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.