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2009 Volvo S60

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2009 S60.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Automatic (S5)

The 2009 Volvo S60 is a passenger car built on Volvo’s robust platform, equipped with a 6.1‑quart oil capacity and an API‑approved 0W‑30/0W‑40/5W‑30 viscosity grade to support its 18/26/21 EPA‑rated mpg performance. Its automatic S5 transmission delivers smooth shifting, while the vehicle’s steering system has been the most cited issue in the 7 total owner complaints recorded for the model year, with three recalls addressing related concerns. Positioned within a broader reliability history that spans 2000‑2018, the 2009 S60’s modest complaint count contrasts sharply with the peak of 238 complaints in 2001, underscoring its relative dependability in the long line of Volvo sedans.

Model year202520242023202220212020201920182009

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 torque103 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy18/26/21 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. 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
Tail / brake / turnTAILOEM · verified
Tire size205-55R16OEM · verified
Wheel / rim7.5-J inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter1275810
Engine air filter8671488 alt 8649788
Fuel filter30620512
Battery30772211 alt 30772221
Front wiper blades32341320
Thermostat31293698
Cabin air filter30630752 alt 30630754

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S5)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length181.1 in
Overall width70.9 in
Overall height56.3 in
Wheelbase107.1 in
Curb weight3208 lb
Track (front / rear)61 / 61 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)59/41

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined18 / 26 / 21 mpg
Drivetrain4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume92 cu ft
Cargo volume14 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 S60 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

5.2–7.4 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 5.20 sec — 2019 T6 R-Design
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2011T6 3.0L Turbo I-65.50 sec14.10 sec300 hpAWD
2006R 2.5L Turbo I-56.10 sec14.40 sec300 hpAWD
2012T6 R-Design 3.0L Turbo I-65.20 sec13.60 sec325 hpAWD
2012T6 R-Design 3.0L Turbo I-65.30 sec13.90 sec325 hpAWD
2012T6 3.0L Turbo I-65.50 sec14.00 sec300 hpAWD
2012T6 3.0L Turbo I-65.70 sec14.20 sec300 hpAWD
2012T6 3.0L Turbo I-66.00 sec14.50 sec300 hpAWD
2012T5 2.5L Turbo I-56.20 sec14.70 sec250 hpFWD

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, USE VOLVO PART NO. 1161620 OR EQUIVALENT in the differential, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 103 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-2-4-5-3. 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 Capacity7.6
Brake FluidDOT 4
Differential Gear OilUSE VOLVO PART NO. 1161620 OR EQUIVALENT
Differential Gear Oil Capacity1.1 Pints
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 torques

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts133 ft-lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts133 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts14 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts17.7 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts14 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts17.7 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs84 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs84 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts103 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill Plug27.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain Plug27.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub26 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-2-4-5-3
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)720 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)50 rpm
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)720 rpm

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity2.20 lbs
Oil TypeVolvo part No. 1161 627-3
Oil Capacity2.37 oz
Standard BCI Group Number48
Standard BCI Cranking Performance600 cca
Optional BCI Group Number49
Optional BCI Cranking Performance800 cca

Service checks

Pressure Test22 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief22 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature194 °F
Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum68 psi
Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum70 psi
Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum58 psi
Injector Primary Resistance12 ohms

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket22 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle73 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.079; Rear: 0.079 in
Rotor Runout Limit0.0016 in / 0.002 in
Rotor Minimum Machining0.937 in / 0.385 in
Rotor Discard at or Under0.905 in / 0.354 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
115 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9015 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
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

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; spark plugs every 60,000 mi; coolant every 7,500 mi. The big-interval services (every 7,500 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 7,500 miCV Joint Boot (inspect) · Driveshaft (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect)
Every 15,000 miBattery (inspect electrolyte level) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Parking Brake System (inspect)
At 30,000 miBattery (inspect electrolyte level)
Every 30,000 miBrake System (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Fuel Tank (inspect)
Every 37,500 miBrake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace)
At 60,000 miCV Joint Boot (inspect) · Driveshaft (inspect) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Steering Linkage (inspect) · Suspension System (inspect)
Every 60,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
At 120,000 miDrive Belt (replace) · Fuel Filter (replace) · PCV Hose (inspect) · PCV Valve (inspect) · Timing Belt (replace)
At 165,000 miPCV Hose (inspect) · PCV Valve (inspect)

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 2009 model year represents the culmination of a steady downward trend in owner complaints that began after the 2001-2004 peak, registering only 7 complaints compared to 10 in 2008 and 238 in 2001, while carrying 3 recalls and zero federal investigations. This places the vehicle at the low point of the first-generation S60's reliability arc immediately prior to the 2011-2012 period, which saw complaint volumes spike to 121 in 2012 and TSB counts rise to 254 in 2011 and 268 in 2012. Federal records show minimal safety concerns for this specific year, with single complaints each in steering, air bags, and structure, plus one crash-related complaint and zero fire incidents, though the data does not specify root causes for these isolated reports. Despite the low complaint volume, the recall count of 3 exceeds the 2 recalls seen in both 2007 and 2008, suggesting manufacturer-identified defects that did not generate significant consumer complaints. Given the historically low complaint rates and the absence of investigations, 2009 represents a comparatively stable year within this generation, making it a reasonable purchase candidate provided specific recall campaigns have been addressed.

3
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
170
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
7
Owner complaints
1 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Rollover★★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 7 complaints on record, top 7 components.

Steering1
Air Bags1
Air Bags,Unknown Or Other1
Structure1
Vehicle Speed Control1
Electrical System,Tires1
Fuel System, Gasoline1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 3 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…

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…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 170 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

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2009 S60 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 2009 S60 have open recalls?

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

What gas mileage does the S60 get?

EPA figures are 18 city / 26 highway / 21 combined mpg.