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2016 Volvo S80

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2016 S80.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Automatic (S8)

The 2016 Volvo S80 is a passenger car equipped with an Automatic (S8) transmission that delivers EPA fuel economy ratings of 25/37/29 mpg. For this model year, owners logged a total of 6 complaints primarily focused on the engine, alongside 2 recorded recalls. When viewed against the model's complaint history spanning 1999-2016, which saw a peak of 345 complaints in 2000 and a low of 1 in 2014, the 2016 S80 sits near the bottom of the complaint spectrum, indicating a reliability standing significantly improved over the covered period's early peak.

Model year201620152014201320122011201020092008

Quick specs

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

EPA fuel economy25/37/29 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI With premium sound system: 92, Without premium sound system: 48 · With premium sound system: 700, Without premium sound system: 600 CCA battery, 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.

Battery groupBCI With premium sound system: 92, Without premium sound system: 48 · With premium sound system: 700, Without premium sound system: 600 CCAOEM · verified
Tire size225/50R17OEM · verified
Wheel / rimSTANDARD 7; OPTIONAL 8 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter32140029
Engine air filter31370161
Fuel filter32242190
Battery30772236 alt 30772221
Front wiper blades32341318
Thermostat31368063 alt 31686560
Cabin air filter31390880 alt 31449209

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S8)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length190.9 in
Overall width73.2 in
Overall height58.7 in
Wheelbase111.8 in
Curb weight3730 lb
Track (front / rear)62.6 / 62.6 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)61/39

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined25 / 37 / 29 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume98 cu ft
Cargo volume15 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 S80 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

5.7 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 5.70 sec — 2007 V8 Sedan
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2007V8 Sedan 4.4L V85.70 sec14.40 sec311 hpAWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque the oil drain plug to 28.0 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 FluidVolvo part number 31256774
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity7.0
Brake FluidDOT 4
Engine CoolantVolvo coolant anti-freeze
Engine Coolant Capacity8.8 qt
Engine CoolantUse genuine Volvo coolant/antifreeze
Engine Coolant Capacity8.8

Engine torques

Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts13
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts15
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug28.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Steering Track (Rod End) Bolts59.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Ignition Coil Primary Resistance350 ohms

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.75-2.00 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Capacity2.70-3.00 oz

Service checks

Intake Valve Lash0.004 in
Exhaust Valve Lash0.019 in

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 21; Rear: 26 /; Front: 21; Rear: 26
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 148; Rear: 81 /; Front: 148; Rear: 81
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.079; Rear: 0.079 in
Solid Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementRear: w/17" disc: .354
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: 1.024
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness after RefinishFront: 1.043
Maximum Rotor RunoutFront: .0016; Rear: .003

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Front Wheel Hub — tightening sequence 1 stages
126.0.0 ft. lbs., 90
Rear Wheel Hub — tightening sequence 1 stages
126.0.0 ft. lbs., 90
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 3 stages

Prep Do not reuse any bolts. Coat new bolts with specified engine oil.

133 ft. lbs.33 ft. lbs
2120 degrees120 degrees
3120 degrees120 degrees

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 miBrake 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 miCabin Air Filter (replace) · Engine Assembly (leak inspection) · Foglamp (adjust alignment) · Headlamp (inspect alignment)
Every 40,000 miBrake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Brake Line (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Air Filter Housing (clean) · Fuel Filter (inspect)
Every 50,000 miTransmission Assembly (inspect fluid level)
Every 60,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
At 150,000 miDrive 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 2016 Volvo S80 sits at the very end of a generation that shows a clear and sustained improvement in federal complaint and recall activity, with only 6 complaints, 2 recalls, and zero investigations recorded for the model year. This places 2016 in the lowest-complaint cluster of the entire 1999–2016 arc—comparable to 2014 (1 complaint, 1 recall) and 2015 (7 complaints, 2 recalls)—and a dramatic decline from the peak years of 2000 (345 complaints, 5 recalls) and 2001 (180 complaints, 8 recalls). The 320 TSBs logged for 2016 are among the highest in the record, but this elevated count is a consistent feature of the 2014–2016 period and likely reflects service refinements on a maturing model rather than escalating defect rates, given that complaints and recalls moved in the opposite direction. The handful of 2016 complaints are spread thinly across engine, electrical/fuel, and wheels categories, with no crash or fire incidents reported. The federal record positions 2016 as one of the cleanest model years in the S80's history, making it a defensible used-buy—provided a pre-purchase inspection confirms that the two open recalls and relevant TSB items have been addressed.

2
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
320
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
6
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 6 complaints on record, top 5 components.

Engine2
Electrical System,Engine1
Fuel System, Gasoline1
Wheels1
Unknown Or Other1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

15V555000Electrical System:Wiring:Fuses And Circuit BreakersReported 02/09/2015

Volvo Cars of North America, LLC. (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016 Volvo S60, V60, V60CC, XC60, XC70, and S80 vehicles manufactured April 8, 2015 to August 19, 2015. In certain driving conditions when using… Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the existing starter motor fuse with a higher amperage fuse, free of charge. The recall began on October 26, 2015. Owners may…

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 320 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…
375362025-12-11Unknown Or OtherThis is a TJ text, only no attachments - If the Real Time Traffic Information (RTTI) does…
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…

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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Frequently asked

Does the 2016 S80 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the S80 get?

EPA figures are 25 city / 37 highway / 29 combined mpg.