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2018 Volvo S60

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2018 S60.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Automatic (S8)

Categorized as a passenger car, the 2018 Volvo S60 pairs an Automatic (S8) transmission with an EPA rating of 22/32/26 mpg and requires 5.9 qt of 0W-30 / 5W-30 API engine oil. Within the model's complaint history spanning 2000-2018, this specific year generated only 4 total owner complaints primarily categorized under Unknown Or Other, alongside a single recall. This volume places the 2018 model near the bottom of the 2000-2018 complaint spectrum, sitting just above the 2000 low of 1 complaint and significantly below the 2001 peak of 238 complaints.

Model year2025 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity5.9 qtOEM · verified

Engine oil type0W-30 / 5W-30 APIOEM · verified

Lug nut torque103 ft-lbsOEM · verified

EPA fuel economy22/32/26 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 32140029. 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.

Tire sizeP215/50R17, P235/45R17, P235/40R18, P235/45R18, P235/40R19OEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter	32140029
Engine air filter	31370161 alt 31474496
Battery	30772211 alt 30772236
Front wiper blades	32341318
Thermostat	31368063 alt 31686560
Cabin air filter	31449209 alt 31390880

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

Transmission

Automatic (S8)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length	182.7 in
Overall width	73.6 in
Overall height	58.3 in
Wheelbase	109.4 in
Curb weight	3856 lb
Track (front / rear)	62.6 / 62.6 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)	62/38

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined	22 / 32 / 26 mpg
Drivetrain	All-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume	93 cu ft
Cargo volume	12 cu ft
Recommended fuel	Premium Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

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

Independent road tests for the S60 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

6.1 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 6.10 sec — 2018 T5 Inscription Platinum

Year	Trim / engine	0–60	¼ mile	HP	Drivetrain
2018	T5 Inscription Platinum 2.0L Turbo I-4	6.10 sec	14.70 sec	250 hp	AWD
2019	T6 R-Design 2.0L Turbo Supercharger I-4	5.20 sec	13.80 sec	316 hp	AWD
2019	T6 Momentum 2.0L Turbo Supercharger I-4	5.80 sec	14.50 sec	316 hp	AWD
2019	T6 R-Design 2.0L Turbo Supercharger I-4	5.90 sec	14.30 sec	316 hp	AWD
2019	T5 Momentum 2.0L Turbo I-4	6.20 sec	14.60 sec	250 hp	FWD
2016	Cross Country T5 2.5L Turbo I-5	6.10 sec	14.70 sec	250 hp	AWD
2016	T5 Drive-E Inscription 2.0L Turbo I-4	6.30 sec	14.70 sec	240 hp	FWD
2016	T5 Drive-E Inscription 2.0L Turbo I-4	6.60 sec	15.00 sec	240 hp	FWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine holds 5.9 qt of 0W-30 / 5W-30 API engine oil, Volvo part number 31259380 in the differential, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 103 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2. 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 Fluid	Volvo part number 31256774
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity	7.0-7.4
Brake Fluid	DOT 4
Differential Gear Oil	Volvo part number 31259380
Engine Coolant	Volvo brand coolant/antifreeze
Engine Coolant Capacity	8.1
Engine Oil	0W-30 · API · 5W-30
Engine Oil Capacity	5.9 qt

Engine torques

Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s)	12.5 ft-lbs
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s)	7.3 ft-lbs
Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs	13.0 ft-lbs
Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Bolt(s)	16.2 ft-lbs
Oxygen (O2S) Sensor Bolt(s)	33.1 ft-lbs
Knock Sense (KS) Bolt(s)	17.4 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts	12.5 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts	15 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts	103 ft-lbs
Lug Nuts	103 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order	1-3-4-2
Spark Plug Manufacturer	Volvo
Spark Plug Torque	13 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

Refrigerant	R134a
Refrigerant Capacity	1.70 lbs
Refrigerant	R134a
Refrigerant Capacity	1.70 lbs.
Oil Group	PAG

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque	Front: 21; Rear: 26
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque	Front: 148; Rear: 81
Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque	Front: 21; Rear: 26
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque	Front: 148; Rear: 81
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for Replacement	Minimum thickness is stamped on the disc.
Maximum Rotor Runout	Front: .0016; Rear: .003
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for Replacement	Minimum thickness is stamped on the disc.
Maximum Rotor Runout	Front: .0016; Rear: .003

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Front Wheel Hub — tightening sequence 1 stages

33.0 ft. lbs., 90°

33 ft. lbs

Rear Wheel Hub — tightening sequence 1 stages

33.0 ft. lbs., 90°

33 ft. lbs

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 3 stages

1	11.0 ft. lbs.	11 ft. lbs
2	18.0 ft. lbs.	18 ft. lbs
3	90.0

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages

18.0 ft. lbs., screw to crankshaft. Step 2: 90 degrees, Step 3: 81.0 ft. lbs., center bolt. Step 4: 90

18 ft. lbs

Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 3 stages

1	29.5 ft. lbs.	29.5 ft. lbs
2	Turn 120 degrees	120 degrees
3	Turn 120

Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 2 stages

1	33.0 ft. lbs.	33 ft. lbs
2	50.0

Main Bearings — tightening sequence 4 stages

1	Inner bolts	15 ft. lbs
2	Inner bolts	30 ft. lbs
3	Outer bolts	18 ft. lbs
4	90.0

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; spark plugs every 60,000 mi; coolant every 10,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 10,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 10,000 mi	Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Exterior Lighting (inspect)
Every 20,000 mi	Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Engine Assembly (leak inspection) · Foglamp (adjust alignment) · Headlamp (inspect alignment)
Every 40,000 mi	Brake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Brake Line (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Drive Axle Assembly (leak inspection) · Driveshaft (inspect) · Driveshaft U-Joint (inspect)
Every 50,000 mi	Transmission Assembly (inspect fluid level)
Every 60,000 mi	Spark Plugs (replace)
At 150,000 mi	Drive Belt (replace) · Timing Belt Tensioner (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.

The 2018 Volvo S60 represents a notable improvement in reliability within its generation, particularly when viewed through the federal complaint and recall data. Complaints dropped sharply to just 4 in 2018, down from 15 in 2017 and 26 in 2016, while recalls also fell to a single campaign—far below the 4-5 recalls typical of the preceding years. This decline aligns with a broader trend of stabilization in the second-generation S60 (2011-2018), where earlier model years (2012-2013) saw elevated complaints (121 and 85, respectively) before tapering off. The 2018 model’s issues, though sparse, are scattered across minor electrical, brake, and visibility concerns, with no reported crashes or fires. Its position at the end of the generation suggests Volvo had largely resolved earlier teething problems, though the lower complaint volume may also reflect reduced exposure time compared to older models. **For a used buyer, the 2018 S60 appears to be one of the strongest years in this generation, offering minimal risk of unresolved defects.**

Open recalls

NHTSA campaigns

188

Service bulletins

Manufacturer communications

ODI investigations

Office of Defects Investigation

Owner complaints

0 involved a crash · 0 a fire

NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars

Overall★★★★★

Frontal★★★★★

Side★★★★★

Rollover★★★★★

Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

’00 ’01 ’02 ’03 ’04 ’05 ’06 ’07 ’08 ’09 ’11 ’12 ’13 ’14 ’15 ’16 ’17’18

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 4 complaints on record, top 4 components.

Unknown Or Other1

Electrical System,Engine1

Visibility1

Service Brakes1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

20V378000Seat Belts:FrontReported 30/06/2020

Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2008-2016 V70 and XC70, 2007-2016 S80, 2011-2018 S60 and V60, 2016-2018 S60 Cross Country, 2014-2020 S60L, 2009-2015 S80L, 2009-2016 XC60 and 2015-2018 V60 Cross… Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat belt anchor cable for both front seats. The recall began December 10, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 188 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

Bulletin	Date	Component	Summary
35526.1.8	2026-04-23	Engine	This is a Technical Journal: Text plus 2 PDFs and 1 .PNG Oil Consumption test. Perform…
37809.1.1	2026-04-07	Unknown Or Other	This is a TJ text only - The purpose of this TJ is to be a master reference list to…
19245	2025-12-06	Unknown Or Other	This is a Technical Journal. Vehicle type and platform identification.
8501	2025-04-10	Exterior Lighting	This is a Technical Journal: Remote connection, BOMGAR application. Before joining a…
S10303	2025-02-21	Unknown Or Other	Volvo 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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Build data

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Recalls

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Vehicles with shared specs

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Vehicles taking 5.9 qt Engine oil filter 32140029 Engine air filter 31370161 Battery 30772211 Front wiper blades 32341318

Reference guides

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2018 S60 take?

5.9 qt of Below 104 degrees F,: 0W-30 API, -22 degrees F TO 104 degrees F: 5W-30 API meeting ACEA A5/B5, per the factory manual.

Does the 2018 S60 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the S60 get?

EPA figures are 22 city / 32 highway / 26 combined mpg.