NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2021 Volvo Xc60 T8 Safety Record
The 2021 Volvo Xc60 T8 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 has not been evaluated by NHTSA for crashworthiness, rendering it without a federal star rating or Safety Index score. Zero open recall campaigns and 31 unverified owner complaints are on file, indicating a light burden in these areas. The absence of crash-test data for this model year means no conclusions can be drawn regarding its crash safety performance.
The 2021 Volvo XC60 T8 was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries zero recall campaigns on file, 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?
The 2021 XC60 T8 registers zero recalls on federal records, a notable factor in its placement within the Light burden band. Owner complaints for this model year total 31. Seven of these complaints pertain to the braking system, and six others address forward-collision avoidance. While these figures represent owner allegations and do not establish verified defect patterns, their concentration within active safety categories warrants attention. The 31 complaints collectively cite four reported injuries. Although a 2026 XC60 carries a Safety Index of 88, that score applies to a distinct model year and is not relevant to the 2021 unit.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2021 Volvo Xc60 T8 have any recalls?
The 2021 Volvo XC60 T8 has zero NHTSA recall campaigns on file. There are no park-outside advisories and no do-not-drive orders associated with this model year in the federal record. Because the recall record can change, verifying your specific VIN at nhtsa.gov remains the authoritative step.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2021 Volvo Xc60 T8?
Owners have filed 31 unverified allegations with NHTSA. The most frequently reported components are 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 confirmed defects.
31 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2021 Volvo Xc60 T8?
Before purchasing a used 2021 XC60 T8, run the vehicle's VIN through the free NHTSA recall lookup at nhtsa.gov to confirm no open recall campaign has been added since this record was compiled. A clean lookup result reflects only federal recall status and says nothing about any other aspect of the vehicle's condition.
- NHTSA has no crash-test score for the 2021 XC60 T8 specifically; the absence of a rating is not a safety judgment in either direction.
- Zero recall campaigns are on file for this model year, but shoppers should verify their individual VIN at nhtsa.gov because the federal record is updated continuously.
- Seven of the 31 unverified complaints involve the service brake system and six involve forward collision avoidance, two areas that touch active safety function, though none constitute a confirmed defect.
- The 2026 XC60 holds a Safety Index of 88 in the federal program, but that score applies to the 2026 model year and cannot be used as a proxy rating for the 2021 unit.
FAQ2021 Volvo Xc60 T8 safety questions
Was the 2021 Volvo Xc60 T8 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 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2021 Volvo Xc60 T8 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?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 31 owner complaints are on file for the 2021 Volvo Xc60 T8. 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 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.