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2010 Volvo S40

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2010 S40.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Automatic (S5)

The 2010 Volvo S40 is a passenger car equipped with a 6.1‑quart engine that accepts 0W‑30, 0W‑40 or 5W‑30 API oil and a five‑speed automatic transmission, delivering EPA ratings of 19 city, 28 highway and 22 combined mpg. Owner‑reported issues total nine, with structural concerns leading the complaint categories and three recalls issued for the model year. Across the 2000‑2011 production run, complaint volumes peaked at 134 in 2000 and fell to just five in 2011, placing the 2010 edition near the low‑end of the trend. This positioning suggests the 2010 S40 benefits from the model’s improving reliability trajectory, though the structural complaints and recalls warrant attention.

Model year201220112010200920082007200620052004

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity6.1 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-30 / 0W-40 / 5W-30 APIOEM · verified
Lug nut torque96 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy19/28/22 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 91 · 590 CCA battery, OE oil filter 8692305. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 91 · 590 CCAOEM · verified
Tire sizeP205-50R17OEM · verified
Wheel / rim7 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter8692305
Engine air filter30757155
Fuel filter31271607 alt 31273741
Battery30772226 alt 30772216
Front wiper blades31250286
Thermostat31319608
Cabin air filter30780376 alt 30780377

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S5)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length176.4 in
Overall width69.7 in
Overall height57.1 in
Wheelbase103.9 in
Curb weight3234 lb
Track (front / rear)59.8 / 59.1 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)61/39

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined19 / 28 / 22 mpg
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume92 cu ft
Cargo volume13 cu ft
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the S40 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

6.5–7.1 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 6.50 sec — 2006 T5 Sedan
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2006T5 Sedan 2.5L Turbo I-56.50 sec14.90 sec218 hpAWD
2005T5 Sedan 2.5L Turbo I-56.70 sec15.00 sec218 hpFWD
2005T5 Sedan 2.5L Turbo I-56.80 sec15.10 sec218 hpAWD
2005T5 Sedan 2.5L Turbo I-56.90 sec15.20 sec218 hpFWD
2005T5 Sedan 2.5L Turbo I-57.10 sec15.30 sec218 hpAWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 6.1 qt of 0W-30 / 0W-40 / 5W-30 API engine oil, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 96 ft-lbs. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity8.2
Brake FluidDOT 4
Engine Oil0W-30 · 0W-40 · API · 5W-30 · 5W-40
Engine Oil Capacity6.1 qt
Engine Oil0W-30 · 0W-40 · API · 5W-30 · 5W-40
Engine Oil Capacity6.1 qt
Manual Transmission FluidVolvo part number 31280771

Engine torques

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts133 ft-lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts133 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine BoltsLower: 14 ft-lbs; Upper: 7.4 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts17.7 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine BoltsLower: 14 ft-lbs; Upper: 7.4 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts17.7 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine BoltsLower: 14 ft-lbs; Upper: 7.4 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts17.7 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts96 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill Plug27.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub26 ft-lbs

Ignition

Curb Idle Speed (No Load)720 rpm
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)720 rpm

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.20-1.30 lbs
Oil TypeVolvo part number 87085817 or equivalent
Oil Capacity6.00-6.10 oz
Standard BCI Group Number91
Standard BCI Cranking Performance590 cca
Standard BCI Group Number91
Standard BCI Cranking Performance590 cca

Service checks

Pressure Test22 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief22 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature194 °F
Pressure Test22 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief22 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature194 °F
Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum68 psi
Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum70 psi

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket21 ft-lbs / 26 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle89 ft-lbs / 52 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.079; Rear: 0.079 in
Rotor Max Parallel Variation0.0003 in
Rotor Runout Limit0.003 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From0.984 in / 0.433 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To0.984 in / 0.433 in
Rotor Minimum Machining0.937 in / 0.385 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
111 ft. lbs, Step 2: 18 ft. lbs, Step 3: 10011 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
111 ft. lbs, Step 2: 18 ft. lbs., Step 3: 10011 ft. lbs
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
111 ft. lbs., Step 2: 18 ft. lbs., Step 3: 10011 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 3 stages
115 ft. lbs.15 ft. lbs
244 ft. lbs.44 ft. lbs
3130 degrees.130 degrees
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 3 stages
115 ft. lbs.15 ft. lbs
244 ft. lbs.44 ft. lbs
3130 degrees.130 degrees
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 3 stages
115 ft. lbs.15 ft. lbs
244 ft. lbs.44 ft. lbs
3130 degrees.130 degrees
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
133 ft. lbs., Step 2: 6533 ft. lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
133 ft. lbs., Step 2: 6533 ft. lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
133 ft. lbs., Step 2: 5033 ft. lbs
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
115 ft. lbs., Step 2: 33 ft. lbs; M8 Bolts: 18 ft. lbs.; M7 Bolts 13 ft. lbs.; M10 Bolts: 90 degrees15 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the spark plugs every 75,000 mi.

Every 7,500 miBrake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Clutch Master Cylinder (inspect fluid level) · Driveshaft (inspect) · Driveshaft Support Bearing (inspect)
Every 15,000 miCabin Air Filter (replace) · Engine Assembly (leak inspection) · Parking Brake System (adjust) · Transfer Case Assembly (leak inspection) · Transmission Assembly (leak inspection)
Every 30,000 miBrake Line (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect)
Every 37,500 miBrake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Air Filter Housing (clean)
At 60,000 miCV Joint Boot (inspect) · Driveshaft (inspect) · Driveshaft Support Bearing (inspect) · Driveshaft U-Joint (inspect) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Steering System (inspect)
Every 75,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
At 120,000 miDrive Belt (replace) · Timing Belt (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

Across the generation, the Volvo S40 shows a significant downward trend in complaints, dropping from 134 in 2000 to just 5 by 2011. The 2010 model year falls at the tail end of this improvement arc, recording 9 complaints, which is nearly identical to the 10 reported in 2009 and slightly higher than the 5 reported in 2011. For 2010, complaints were distributed across structure, air bags, electrical systems, and visibility/wipers, though the data does not specify the root causes for these issues. Recalls for the 2010 model remained stable at 3, consistent with 2009, while Technical Service Bulletins held steady at 155. Given its position at the lowest point of the generation's complaint volume, the 2010 Volvo S40 is a good year to buy.

3
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
155
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
9
Owner complaints
1 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
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Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent
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Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 9 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Structure2
Air Bags1
Electrical System,Air Bags1
Visibility/Wiper1
Unknown Or Other,Visibility/Wiper1
Power Train1
Wheels1
Seat Belts1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

10V566000Equipment:Electrical:Navigational System(Global Positioning System)Reported 08/11/2010

VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH GARMIN 760 PORTABLE GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (GPS) UNITS BECAUSE THE BATTERIES ON THOSE UNITS MAY OVERHEAT. Remedy: VOLVO ADVISES OWNERS TO PLEASE STOP USING THE GARMIN PORTABLE GPS DEVICE IMMEDIATELY, AND VISIT THE GARMIN WEBSITE TO DETERMINE IF THEIR UNIT IS AFFECTED. THE UNIT'S BATTERY WILL…

10V591000SeatsReported 22/11/2010

VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH POWER FRONT PASSENGER SEATS. THE FRONT SEAT RAIL'S DETECTION SYSTEM WAS MANUFACTURED INCORRECTLY AND MAY PERMIT THE PASSENGER TO FORWARD THE SEAT BEYOND THE… Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FRONT POWER SEAT STOPS FOR BOTH FRONT SEATS FOR THE PRESENCE OF AN "END STOP" AND REPAIR THE VEHICLES AS NECESSARY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 155 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
35526.1.82026-04-23EngineThis is a Technical Journal: Text plus 2 PDFs and 1 .PNG Oil Consumption test. Perform…
37809.1.12026-04-07Unknown Or OtherThis is a TJ text only - The purpose of this TJ is to be a master reference list to…
192452025-12-06Unknown Or OtherThis is a Technical Journal. Vehicle type and platform identification.
85012025-04-10Exterior LightingThis is a Technical Journal: Remote connection, BOMGAR application. Before joining a…
S103032025-02-21Unknown Or OtherVolvo Cars USA LLC and Volvo Car Canada LTD on behalf of the Volvo Car Corporation has…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

VIN tools

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Vehicles with shared specs

Find every vehicle that shares this one's battery, bulbs, oil capacity, platform or parts.

Group 91 batteryVehicles taking 6.1 qtEngine oil filter 8692305Engine air filter 30757155Fuel filter 31271607Battery 30772226

Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2010 S40 take?

6.1 qt of BELOW 104 degrees F,: 0W-30 OR 0W-40 API SL, -22 degrees F TO 104 degrees F: 5W-30 API SL, -13 degrees F TO 104 degrees F: 5W-40 API SL, per the factory manual.

Does the 2010 S40 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the S40 get?

EPA figures are 19 city / 28 highway / 22 combined mpg.