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2014 Volvo XC60

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2014 XC60.

Body SUV

The 2014 XC60 is a compact luxury SUV that requires 7.2 quarts of 0W-30 or 5W-30 API oil. With 16 total owner complaints—the majority engine-related—and two recalls, this model year represents a notable reliability improvement over the 2013 peak of 66 complaints within the 2009–2017 generation, placing it among the more dependable years in the lineup.

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Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity7.2 qtOEM · verified

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

Lug nut torque103 ft-lbsOEM · 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 30750013. 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

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter	30750013
Engine air filter	30745344
Battery	30772236 alt 31296299
Front wiper blades	32341318
Thermostat	30650891 alt 31355151
Cabin air filter	31449209 alt 31390880

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length	182.3 in
Overall width	74.4 in
Overall height	67.3 in
Wheelbase	109.1 in
Curb weight	3948 lb
Track (front / rear)	64.2 / 61.8 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)	58/42

Performance & power Independent road tests

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

Independent road tests for the XC60 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

4.3–7.3 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 4.30 sec — 2023 Recharge T8 Ultimate Dark

Year	Trim / engine	0–60	¼ mile	HP	Drivetrain
2015	T6 Drive-E Platinum 2.0L Turbo Supercharger I-4	6.10 sec	14.60 sec	302 hp	FWD
2015	T6 Drive-E Platinum 2.0L Turbo Supercharger I-4	6.30 sec	14.80 sec	302 hp	FWD
2016	T6 Drive-E Platinum 2.0L Turbo Supercharger I-4	6.30 sec	14.80 sec	302 hp	AWD
2016	T6 Drive-E Platinum 2.0L Turbo Supercharger I-4	6.40 sec	14.80 sec	302 hp	AWD
2010	T6 3.0L Turbo I-6	6.50 sec	15.00 sec	281 hp	AWD
2010	T6 3.0L Turbo I-6	6.70 sec	15.20 sec	281 hp	AWD
2010	T6 3.0L Turbo I-6	6.80 sec	15.20 sec	281 hp	AWD
2010	T6 3.0L Turbo I-6	6.80 sec	15.30 sec	281 hp	AWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine holds 7.2 qt of 0W-30 / 5W-30 API engine oil, USE VOLVO PART NO. 1161620 OR EQUIVALENT in the differential. Torque lug nuts to 103 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-5-3-6-2-4. 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	7.4
Differential Gear Oil	USE VOLVO PART NO. 1161620 OR EQUIVALENT
Differential Gear Oil Capacity	1.5 Pints
Engine Oil	0W-30 · API · 5W-30
Engine Oil Capacity	7.2 qt
Engine Oil	0W-30 · API · 5W-30
Engine Oil Capacity	7.2 qt

Engine torques

Engine Flywheel Bolts	59 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts	59 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts	12.5 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts	17.7 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts	12.5 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts	17.7 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts	12.5 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts	17.7 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts	103 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill Plug	27.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub	26 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order	1-5-3-6-2-4
Ignition Coil Primary Resistance	0.98 ohms

Battery & A/C

Refrigerant	R134a
Refrigerant Capacity	1.70-2.00 lbs
Oil Group	PAG
Standard BCI Group Number	48
Standard BCI Cranking Performance	600 cca
Optional BCI Group Number	92
Optional BCI Cranking Performance	700 cca
Standard BCI Group Number	48

Service checks

Pressure Test	22 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief	22 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature	194 °F
Injector Primary Resistance	12 ohms

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket	26 ft-lbs / 21 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle	81 ft-lbs / 148 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad Thickness	Front: 0.079; Rear: 0.079 in
Rotor Max Parallel Variation	0.0003 in
Rotor Runout Limit	0.002 in / 0.0016 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From	0.472 in / 0.433 in / 0.866 in / 1.181 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To	0.472 in / 0.433 in / 0.866 in / 1.181 in
Rotor Minimum Machining	0.421 in / 0.381 in / 0.814 in / 1.133 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

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

22 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90

22 ft. lbs

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

22 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90

22 ft. lbs

Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 4 stages

1	33 ft. lbs.	33 ft. lbs
2	33 ft. lbs.	33 ft. lbs
3	90 degrees.	90 degrees
4	180 degrees.	180 degrees

Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 4 stages

1	33 ft. lbs.	33 ft. lbs
2	33 ft. lbs.	33 ft. lbs
3	90 degrees.	90 degrees
4	180 degrees.	180 degrees

Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages

4 ft. lbs., Step 2: 22 ft. lbs., Step 3: 105

4 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 70,000 mi.

Every 10,000 mi	Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Driveshaft (inspect) · Driveshaft U-Joint (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill)
Every 20,000 mi	Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Drive Axle Assembly (inspect) · Engine Assembly (leak inspection) · Engine Coolant System (add fluid conditioner) · Parking Brake System (inspect)
Every 30,000 mi	Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Air Filter Housing (clean)
Every 40,000 mi	Brake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Brake Line (inspect) · Fuel Filter (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (inspect)
Every 50,000 mi	Transmission Assembly (inspect fluid level)
At 60,000 mi	CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Driveshaft (inspect) · Driveshaft U-Joint (inspect) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Steering System (inspect) · Suspension System (inspect)
Every 70,000 mi	Spark Plugs (replace)
At 150,000 mi	Drive 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 2014 Volvo XC60 recorded 16 consumer complaints and 2 recalls, representing the lowest complaint count in the dataset aside from 2017 (14). This marks a dramatic decline from the 66 complaints filed in 2013, suggesting a meaningful improvement in early-model-year reliability. The recall count of 2 also fell below the 3-4 per year seen in 2010-2013 and 2016-2017, though 2015 had only 1 recall. The 265 TSBs issued for 2014 models indicates Volvo continued addressing field issues through service bulletins even when formal recalls were limited. The top complaint areas—Engine (3), Seat Belts (2), Back Over Prevention (1), and Power Train/Engine (1)—were relatively minor in volume, with just one crash-related complaint and zero fire complaints. The generation arc shows elevated complaints and recalls from 2010-2013, followed by relative stabilization beginning in 2014. **The 2014 model year appears to be a comparatively strong option within this generation, as it captures the improved reliability trajectory without the high complaint volumes of the earlier years or the renewed recall activity of later models.**

Open recalls

NHTSA campaigns

265

Service bulletins

Manufacturer communications

ODI investigations

Office of Defects Investigation

Owner complaints

1 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

’09 ’10 ’11 ’12 ’13’14’15 ’16 ’17

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 16 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Engine3

Seat Belts2

Back Over Prevention1

Power Train,Engine1

Electrical System,Unknown Or Other,Visibility/Wiper1

Electrical System,Exterior Lighting,Visibility/Wiper1

Electrical System,Wheels,Service Brakes1

Electrical System1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 2 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…

13V377000Electrical SystemReported 21/08/2013

Volvo is recalling certain model year 2014 S60, S80, XC60 and XC70 vehicles equipped with keyless ignition. In the affected vehicles, the Central Electronic Module (CEM) will not perform as intended. As a result, the… Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will upgrade the CEM software, free of charge. The recall began on October 3, 2013. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-800-458-1552.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 265 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…
37536	2025-12-11	Unknown Or Other	This is a TJ text, only no attachments - If the Real Time Traffic Information (RTTI) does…
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…

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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Vehicles with shared specs

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Group 48 battery Vehicles taking 7.2 qt Engine oil filter 30750013 Engine air filter 30745344 Battery 30772236 Front wiper blades 32341318

Reference guides

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2014 XC60 take?

7.2 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 2014 XC60 have open recalls?

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