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2002 Volvo S80

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2002 S80.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Automatic (S4)

The 2002 Volvo S80 is a passenger car fitted with an automatic (S4) transmission, and its service profile calls for 7.3 quarts of 5W-30 or 10W-30 API engine oil, while EPA ratings come in at 16 city/23 highway/19 combined mpg. Against the 1999–2016 S80 complaint record, the 2002 model generated 45 owner complaints, a modest count compared with the 2000 peak of 345 but well above the 2014 low of one. That placement suggests a relatively settled year within the model run, though the five recalls and the leading complaint category—Fuel/Propulsion System—still warrant attention during any purchase or maintenance review.

Model year2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2002

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity7.3 qtOEM · verified

Engine oil type5W-30 / 10W-30 APIOEM · verified

Lug nut torque103 ft-lbsOEM · verified

EPA fuel economy16/23/19 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 48 · 600 CCA battery, OE oil filter 1275810. Note the factory battery is now discontinued — plan on a superseded or quality aftermarket equivalent, which the part pages below list where known. 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 48 · 600 CCAOEM · verified

Tire size225-55R16OEM · verified

Wheel / rim7-J inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter	1275810
Engine air filter	9186361
Fuel filter	30620512 alt 30817997
Battery	9459948 discontinued · alt 9459949
Front wiper blades	30699740 alt 30699738
Serpentine belt	30731808
Thermostat	272335 alt 270854
Cabin air filter	30630754 alt 30630752

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

Transmission

Automatic (S4)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length	189.8 in
Overall width	72 in
Overall height	57.1 in
Wheelbase	109.8 in
Curb weight	3598 lb
Track (front / rear)	62.2 / 61.4 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)	59/41

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined	16 / 23 / 19 mpg
Drivetrain	Front-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume	99 cu ft
Cargo volume	15 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 S80 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

6.3 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 6.30 sec — 2002 T6 75th Anniversary Edition Sedan

Year	Trim / engine	0–60	¼ mile	HP	Drivetrain
2002	T6 75th Anniversary Edition Sedan 2.9L Twin-Turbo I-6	6.30 sec	14.60 sec	268 hp	FWD
2004	2.5T Sedan 2.5L Turbo I-5	7.70 sec	15.60 sec	208 hp	AWD
1999	T6 Sedan 2.8L Twin-Turbo I-6	6.80 sec	15.20 sec	268 hp	FWD
1999	T6 Sedan 2.8L Twin-Turbo I-6	7.10 sec	15.50 sec	268 hp	FWD
2007	V8 Sedan 4.4L V8	5.70 sec	14.40 sec	311 hp	AWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine holds 7.3 qt of 5W-30 / 10W-30 API engine oil, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 103 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 29.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-5-3-6-2-4.

Lubricants & capacities

Brake Fluid	DOT 4
Engine Oil	5W-30 · API · 10W-30
Engine Oil Capacity	7.3 qt
Power Steering Fluid	SYNTHETIC

Engine torques

Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts	15 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts	19 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug	29.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs	7 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts	103 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub	26 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order	1-5-3-6-2-4
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)	650 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)	50 rpm
Spark Plug Gap	0.027 in
Spark Plug Torque	22.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

Refrigerant	R134a
Refrigerant Capacity	2.20 lbs
Oil Type	Volvo part No. 1161 627-3
Oil Capacity	6.08 oz
Standard BCI Group Number	48
Standard BCI Cranking Performance	600 cca
Optional BCI Group Number	49
Optional BCI Cranking Performance	800 cca

Service checks

RPM	55.0 rpm
Injector Primary Resistance	12 ohms
Engine Oil Pressure	14.5 psi @ 800 rpm, 50.80 psi @ 4000 rpm psi

Brakes

Wheel Application	15 inch WHEELS / 16 inch WHEELS
Torque Caliper to Bracket	27 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle	75 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad Thickness	Front: 0.079; Rear: 0.079 in
Wheel Application	15 inch WHEELS / 16 inch WHEELS
Rotor Max Parallel Variation	0.0003 in
Rotor Runout Limit	0.0008 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From	1.02 in / 1.1 in / 0.47 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages

15 ft. lbs, Step 2: 90

15 ft. lbs

Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages

33 ft. lbs., Step 2: 65

33 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 7,500 mi.

Every 7,500 mi	Battery (inspect electrolyte level) · Brake System (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
At 15,000 mi	Body Latches, Locks & Hinges (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Power Steering System (inspect) · Radio Antenna (clean) · Weatherstrip Seal (inspect)
Every 15,000 mi	Engine Coolant System (leak inspection) · Headlamp (inspect alignment) · Windshield Wiper Blade (inspect)
Every 30,000 mi	Accessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Body Latches, Locks & Hinges (inspect) · Brake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Breather Filter (inspect)
Every 45,000 mi	PCV Hose (inspect) · PCV Valve (inspect)
At 60,000 mi	Engine Breather Filter (inspect)
At 105,000 mi	Drive Belt (replace) · Fuel Filter (replace) · PCV Hose (inspect) · PCV Valve (inspect) · 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.

The 2002 Volvo S80 recorded 45 complaints, a sharp drop from the 180 complaints in 2001 and the 345 in 2000, and also lower than the 214 complaints in 1999. Its recall count of five is comparable to the surrounding years—five recalls in 1999 and 2000, eight in 2001, and five to six recalls in 2003‑2004—showing no unusual spike in safety‑related actions. Investigations fell to zero in 2002 after two each in 1999‑2001 and remained absent throughout the rest of the record, indicating a decline in NHTSA‑opened probes. The top complaint areas for 2002—fuel/propulsion system (5), gasoline fuel system (4), air bags (3), and suspension (3)—each involve only a small number of reports, consistent with the overall low complaint volume. Taken together, the marked reduction in complaints and the lack of investigations suggest the 2002 model year offers comparatively better reliability within the generation, making it a favorable choice to consider for purchase.

Open recalls

NHTSA campaigns

183

Service bulletins

Manufacturer communications

ODI investigations

Office of Defects Investigation

Owner complaints

1 involved a crash · 2 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 45 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Fuel/Propulsion System5

Fuel System, Gasoline4

Air Bags3

Suspension3

Power Train3

Engine & Engine Cooling3

Seats2

Exterior Lighting2

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 5 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

21V766000Air Bags:Frontal:Driver Side:Inflator ModuleReported 30/09/2021

Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2001-2006 S80 and 2001-2009 S60 vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure… Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver's air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 29, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at…

20V681000Air Bags:Frontal:Driver Side:Inflator ModuleReported 04/11/2020

Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2001-2003 S80 and S60 vehicles sold or ever registered in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina… Remedy: Volvo Car will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver side air bag module, free of charge. The recall began April 20, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 183 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

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Build data

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Recalls

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Vehicles with shared specs

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

Group 48 battery Vehicles taking 7.3 qt Engine oil filter 1275810 Engine air filter 9186361 Fuel filter 30620512 Battery 9459948

Reference guides

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

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2002 S80 take?

7.3 qt of BELOW 86 degrees F: 5W-30 API, -4 degrees F TO 104 degrees F: 10W-30 API, per the factory manual.

Does the 2002 S80 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the S80 get?

EPA figures are 16 city / 23 highway / 19 combined mpg.