Head-to-head reliability
Volvo V60cc vs FORD F 150
How the Volvo V60cc and FORD F 150 compare on NHTSA complaints, recalls and crash reports — and which is the lower-risk used buy.
Based on NHTSA owner-complaint & recall records
Volvo V60cc vs FORD F 150: The Volvo V60cc has 4 complaints and 0 crash-related reports over 10 years, while the Ford F-150 has 11,311 complaints and 328 crash-related reports. The Volvo averages 0.4 complaints per year versus 1,131 for the Ford. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Volvo V60cc or FORD F 150 more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Volvo V60cc
The Volvo V60cc is a low-volume wagon with very few owner complaints—just 4 over 10 years, averaging 0.4 per year. The main pattern is small but annoying: side mirrors that randomly move and a water leak from the sunroof seal. With 25 recalls but zero crashes, injuries, or deaths reported, it appears to be a niche vehicle with minor, livable issues rather than major safety failures.
FORD F 150
The Ford F-150 is a high-volume truck with a massive complaint record: 11,311 over 10 years, averaging 1,131 per year. Owners frequently report transmission problems like hard shifts and sudden power loss, plus electrical glitches such as camera malfunctions. With 328 crash-related complaints, 287 injuries, and 1 death, the data shows a pattern of serious, recurring issues that demand attention.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Volvo V60cc | FORD F 150 |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 4 Better | 11,311 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 25 Better | 145 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 0 Better | 328 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 0.4 Better | 1131.1 |
| Reported injuriesTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 287 |
| Reported deathsTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 1 |
Source: NHTSA owner complaints & recall records.
What actually goes wrong
The problems owners report
The most-complained-about systems on each vehicle — what fails, and what owners say in their own words.
Volvo V60cc
- 01VISIBILITY/WIPER2
- 02STRUCTURE1
- 03POWER TRAIN1
- 04ELECTRICAL SYSTEM1
- 05SERVICE BRAKES1
Owners report the driver’s side mirror randomly moves out of position, even after saving settings, which can obstruct the view of oncoming vehicles. This is a daily annoyance and a potential safety concern if the mirror drifts while driving.
A reported water leak from a faulty rear sunroof glass seal causes the trunk to get wet and smell like mildew. Left unchecked, this can lead to mold and electrical issues, so buyers should check for damp carpets and odors.
One owner had a front left axle shaft fail at only 18,000 miles, causing noise and vibration when accelerating or turning right. This early failure suggests a possible defect that could be expensive if it recurs.
The same mirror malfunction is also logged under electrical system, indicating the issue may stem from software or sensor faults. This overlap means a single problem can affect multiple systems, complicating diagnosis.
“Driver’s side side view mirror moves to a different location each time car is entered/started. Saving pre-set location of mirror does not hold. Even after a repositioning and saving, or repositioning without saving, the mirror on left side is horizontally in…”
“Case Number in Volvo System 210611-000605 For malfunctioning of mirror and obstruction of vision of oncoming vehicles on the driver side of the vehicle. Mirror reset itself in a different position randomly and unaware that this has happened the driver is not…”
FORD F 150
- 01POWER TRAIN3,553
- 02ELECTRICAL SYSTEM2,071
- 03UNKNOWN OR OTHER1,401
- 04EXTERIOR LIGHTING1,164
- 05ENGINE847
Owners widely report the 10-speed automatic transmission shifting hard, jerking, or clunking between gears, and in some cases losing power entirely while driving. This can leave you stranded and is a major safety risk.
Common complaints include loud bangs from the transmission area and dashboard warnings like 'Front Camera Malfunction' and 'Pre Collision Assist Not Available.' These electrical gremlins can disable safety features and are frustrating to fix.
With 1,164 complaints, exterior lighting issues are frequent, though specific failure details are not provided in the sample. Buyers should test all lights and check for recalls related to headlights.
Engine problems account for 847 complaints, though the sample text does not detail specific failures. Given the high volume, it’s wise to have a mechanic inspect the engine and check for related recalls.
“I started noticing hard and delayed shifts from 7th into 8th gear. My RPM's were not increasing when this happened, and then on a very crowded major road I lost all power, vehicle shut off and drifted, then started up and jerked again very hard. This failure…”
“I am reporting a safety-related transmission problem I experienced with my 2020 Ford F-150 equipped with the 10R80 automatic transmission. While driving normally, the transmission shifts hard (ie: jerks, clunks) between 4-5 and 5-6 gears, and has on occasion…”
Official recalls
Safety recalls on record
Federal recall campaigns — the defect, the risk, and the fix. Confirm any open recall was completed before you buy.
Volvo V60cc — 25 recalls
The defect: Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, C40, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40 and EX40 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply wi…
The risk: A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for…
The defect: Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, C40, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40 and EX40 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply wi…
The risk: A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for…
The defect: Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2021-2025 XC40, 2022 V90, 2022-2025 S90, V90CC, C40, XC60, 2023-2025 S60, V60, V60CC, XC90, and 2025 EC40 and EX40 vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply wi…
The risk: A rearview camera image that does not display reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: The software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for…
The defect: Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2019-2022 V60CC, XC60, and XC90 vehicles. During steering gear assembly, double screws may have been assembled on top of each other, which can cause a screw to fall into the gearbox housing.
The risk: A screw inside the gearbox housing can cause the steering wheel to lock up and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the steering gear, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 1, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Car's customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Car's number for this recall is R10213.
FORD F 150 — 145 recalls
The defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150 trucks equipped with high series LED headlamps with Autolamp (On/Off) functionality. The Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) may remain activated instead of dimming to parking lamps when the Master Lighting Switch (MLS) is manually rotated from…
The risk: DRL that cannot dim may reduce the visibility of other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the body control module, free of charge. The recall began March 10, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20C03.
The defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 F-150 vehicles. The fastener securing the Power Distribution Box (PDB) 12V cable and Battery Monitoring System (BMS) eyelets to the positive battery terminal may loosen and affect the vehicle's systems such as instrument panel displays and br…
The risk: Inoperative vehicle systems or an engine stall can increase the risk of a crash. Reduced braking and steering efforts increases the risk of a crash. This condition could also create a resistive short, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the positive battery cable/BMS/PDB joint for excess sealant adhesive and remove any excessive adhesive, reassemble the joint, and retorque the fastener, as necessary, free of charge. The re…
The defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Ford F-150 and 2017-2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty, F-350 Super Duty, F-450 Super Duty, and F-550 Super Duty pick-up trucks equipped with an engine block heater. Water and contaminants may get into the block heater cable's splice connector causin…
The risk: When the heater is plugged in, prolonged corrosion could cause a resistive short, increasing the risk of overheated or melted wiring which can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will disable the block heater cable, free of charge. Once parts are available, Dealers will replace the engine block heater cable, free of charge. The recall began June 3, 2019. Owners may contact Ford…
The defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150 and 2019-2020 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty pickup trucks, and 2018-2019 Ford Explorer, 2019-2020 Expedition, and 2020 Escape vehicles equipped with driver and/or passenger's manual front seat back recliner mechanisms. Also…
The risk: A seat back with an improperly assembled recliner mechanism may have reduced strength and may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and Ford and Lincoln dealers will inspect the seat structure and replace them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 21, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's num…
Buyer analysis
Volvo V60cc or FORD F 150: which should you buy?
The Volvo V60cc has far fewer issues per year (0.4 vs. 1,131) and no reported crashes, injuries, or deaths, while the Ford F-150 has thousands of complaints and hundreds of crash-related reports. In practice, the Volvo is likely to need less frequent repairs, but the F-150’s issues are more severe and safety-critical.
Key differences
- Complaint volume: Volvo V60cc has 4 complaints over 10 years; Ford F-150 has 11,311—a massive difference in reported problems.
- Safety outcomes: Volvo V60cc has 0 crash-related complaints, 0 injuries, 0 deaths; Ford F-150 has 328 crash-related, 287 injuries, 1 death.
- Failure patterns: Volvo issues are minor (mirror movement, water leak, one axle shaft); Ford issues include transmission power loss and electrical faults that can disable safety systems.
- Recalls: Volvo has 25 recalls (mostly back-over prevention software and steering); Ford has 145 recalls covering lighting, battery cables, engine, and seats.
- Check the driver’s side mirror: start the car and see if it moves out of position or fails to hold saved settings.
- Inspect the rear sunroof seal and trunk for water leaks, damp carpets, or mildew smell—especially after rain.
- Test drive at various speeds and watch for hard shifts, jerks, or clunks from the transmission, especially between 4th-5th and 7th-8th gears.
- Check for dashboard warnings like 'Front Camera Malfunction' or 'Pre Collision Assist Not Available' when starting the truck.
Before you buy
- Obtain a full vehicle history report and confirm all open recalls have been repaired.
- Have a trusted mechanic perform a pre-purchase inspection focusing on the transmission (Ford) or axle and sunroof (Volvo).
- During the test drive, specifically test the transmission for smooth shifting (Ford) and the side mirror for stability (Volvo).
- Inspect for water leaks in the trunk and under carpets (Volvo) and check all exterior lights and camera functions (Ford).
- Ask the seller for maintenance records and check if the vehicle has been in any accidents, even if not reported to NHTSA.
Year by year
Which model years to avoid
Complaints per model year for both vehicles — lower is better. The spikes are the years to scrutinize.
| Year | Volvo V60cc | FORD F 150 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 24 |
| 2025 | 0 | 329 |
| 2024 | 0 | 617 |
| 2023 | 0 | 1507 |
| 2022 | 0 | 3432 |
| 2021 | 0 | 5234 |
| 2020 | 4 | 33 |
| 2019 | 0 | 36 |
| 2018 | 0 | 56 |
| 2017 | 0 | 43 |
Check the actual car
Comparing models is smart. Checking the VIN is essential.
Brand averages tell you the trend. A VIN check tells you what's wrong with the specific Volvo V60cc or FORD F 150 in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Volvo V60cc vs FORD F 150
- Volvo V60cc total complaints
- 4
- FORD F 150 total complaints
- 11,311
- Volvo V60cc total recalls
- 25
- FORD F 150 total recalls
- 145
- Volvo V60cc avg complaints/year
- 0.4
- FORD F 150 avg complaints/year
- 1131.1
- More reliable overall
- Volvo V60cc
- Volvo V60cc top complaint area
- VISIBILITY/WIPER
- FORD F 150 top complaint area
- POWER TRAIN