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2021 Volvo V90 Cross Country — V90

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2021 V90 Cross Country V90.

Engine V90Transmission Automatic (S8)

The 2021 Volvo V90 Cross Country V90 is powered by a V90 engine paired with an eight-speed Automatic (S8) transmission, requiring 6.4 quarts of 0W-20 oil and returning EPA ratings of 21 mpg city, 32 mpg highway, and 25 mpg combined. Reliability records for this model year are remarkably thin, showing only one total owner complaint—centered on the Electrical System—alongside two official recalls. That scarcity of documented issues places this vintage among the most mechanically uneventful iterations of the line, offering researchers a benchmark for low-friction long-term ownership.

Model year202520242023202220212020201920182017

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity6.4 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-20OEM · verified
EPA fuel economy21/32/25 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI Aux. battery: 401 · Aux. battery 180 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 Aux. battery: 401 · Aux. battery 180 CCAOEM · verified
Tire size235/50R19/XL 103VOEM · verified
Wheel / rim7.5, Optional: 8 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter32140029
Engine air filter31370089
Fuel filter32242191
Battery30659531 alt 31652065
Front wiper blades32341610
Thermostat31368063 alt 31686046
Cabin air filter31434971 alt 31407748

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S8)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length194.5 in
Overall width74.4 in
Overall height56.7 in
Wheelbase115.7 in
Curb weight4145 lb
Track (front / rear)64.2 / 64.2 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)54/46

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined21 / 32 / 25 mpg
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume98 cu ft
Cargo volume34 cu ft
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine holds 6.4 qt of 0W-20 engine oil, Rear: Volvo P/N 31259380 in the differential, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque the oil drain plug to Use a new seal: 28.0 ft-lbs.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidVolvo P/N 31256774
Brake FluidDOT 4
Differential Gear OilRear: Volvo P/N 31259380
Engine Oil0W-20
Engine Oil Capacity6.4 qt

Engine torques

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs13.0 ft-lbs
Cylinder Head InstructionsUse new fasteners only.
Engine Oil Pan Drain PlugUse a new seal: 28.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Differential Fill Plug26.0 ft-lbs
Differential drain Plug26.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill Plug26.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR1234yf
Refrigerant Capacity1.43 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46YF
Oil Capacity2.70 oz
Standard BCI Group NumberAux. battery: 401
Standard BCI Cranking PerformanceAux. battery 180 cca
Optional BCI Group Number94R

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
111.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 18.0 ft. lbs., Step 3: 90°11 ft. lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
115.0 ft. lbs. screw to crankshaft, Step 2: 90°, Step 3: Center Bolt: 81.0 ft. lbs., Step 4: 90°15 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
129.5 ft. lbs., Step 2: 120°, Step 3: 120°29.5 ft. lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
133.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 50°33 ft. lbs
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
1Inside Bolts15 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 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) · Drive Axle Assembly (inspect) · Driveshaft (inspect) · Driveshaft U-Joint (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.

Owner complaints about the 2021 Volvo V90 Cross Country dominate in one area — the electrical system, 1 of 1 reports (100%), well ahead of the next concern. NHTSA has issued no recalls for this vehicle, so these are owner-reported concerns only. 0 of the reports describe a crash and 0 a fire — a small share of the total, but worth weighing against the electrical system pattern above. These are tallies of what owners actually reported to the federal government, not an editorial score — and higher-selling models naturally rack up more reports.

2
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
183
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
1
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 filed with NHTSA, by component

All 1 complaints on record, top 1 components.

Electrical System1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 183 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
33031.6.02026-05-23Unknown Or OtherThis is a Technical Journal: Text plus 1 .jpg attachment - If remote control key is not…
34521.11.12026-05-07Exterior LightingThis is a Technical Journal: Headlamp condensation inside lens - information/leak test…
36496.10.02026-05-07Power TrainThis is a Technical Journal: Intermittent knocking noise during acceleration. If the…
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…

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

How much oil does the 2021 V90 Cross Country V90 take?

6.4 qt of 0W-20, per the factory manual.

Does the 2021 V90 Cross Country have open recalls?

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

What gas mileage does the V90 get?

EPA figures are 21 city / 32 highway / 25 combined mpg.