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2016 Volvo XC60

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2016 XC60.

Body SUV

The 2016 Volvo XC60 is an SUV that recorded three recalls and 38 total owner complaints, with the engine cited as the top complaint area. Within the model's 2009-2017 history, this year's figures sit between the peak of 66 complaints in 2013 and the low of 14 complaints in 2017. This positioning places the 2016 model in a mid-range reliability bracket relative to the overall production span.

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Fitment & sizes

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

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 94R · 800 CCA battery, OE oil filter 8642423. 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 94R · 800 CCAOEM · verified
Tire size235/60R18OEM · verified
Wheel / rim8.0; OPTIONAL: NA inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter8642423 alt 32140029
Engine air filter31370161 alt 30745344
Battery30772211 alt 30772236
Front wiper blades32341318
Thermostat31368063 alt 30650891
Cabin air filter31449209 alt 31390880

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length182.7 in
Overall width74.4 in
Overall height67.3 in
Wheelbase109.1 in
Curb weight4266 lb
Track (front / rear)64.2 / 62.6 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.

6.3–6.4 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 6.30 sec — 2016 T6 Drive-E Platinum
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2016T6 Drive-E Platinum 2.0L Turbo Supercharger I-46.30 sec14.80 sec302 hpAWD
2016T6 Drive-E Platinum 2.0L Turbo Supercharger I-46.40 sec14.80 sec302 hpAWD
2015T6 Drive-E Platinum 2.0L Turbo Supercharger I-46.10 sec14.60 sec302 hpFWD
2015T6 Drive-E Platinum 2.0L Turbo Supercharger I-46.30 sec14.80 sec302 hpFWD
2018T8 e Inscription Plug-in Hybrid 2.0L Turbo Supercharger I-4 + Elec 10.4-kWh5.10 sec13.70 sec400 hpAWD
2018T8 e Inscription Plug-in Hybrid 2.0L Turbo Supercharger I-4 + Elec 10.4-kWh5.40 sec14.00 sec400 hpAWD
2018T8 e Inscription Plug-in Hybrid 2.0L Turbo Supercharger I-4 + Elec 10.4-kWh5.40 sec13.90 sec400 hpAWD
2018T6 Inscription 2.0L Turbo Supercharger I-46.10 sec14.60 sec316 hpAWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine Volvo part number 1161620 in the differential, DOT 4 brake fluid. 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 FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity7.4
Automatic Transmission FluidVolvo part number 31256774
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity7.0
Brake FluidDOT 4
Differential Gear OilVolvo part number 1161620
Differential Gear Oil Capacity1.6 qt
Engine Coolant Capacity8.8 qt

Engine torques

Engine Flywheel Bolts59 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts12.5 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts17.7 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts13
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts15
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts13
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts15
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts12.5

Chassis torques

Steering Track (Rod End) Bolts60.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill Plug27.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Cylinder Firing Order1-2-4-5-3
Cylinder Firing Order1-5-3-6-2-4
Ignition Coil Primary Resistance350 ohms
Ignition Coil Primary Resistance0.73 ohms
Ignition Coil Primary Resistance0.98 ohms

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.70-2.00 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Capacity2.70-3.70 oz
Standard BCI Group Number94R
Standard BCI Cranking Performance800 cca

Service checks

Intake Valve Lash0.004 in
Exhaust Valve Lash0.019 in
Intake Valve Lash0.004 in
Exhaust Valve Lash0.016 in
Intake Valve Lash0.004 in
Exhaust Valve Lash0.017 in

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 21; Rear: 26 /; Front: 44; 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: 1.102
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness after RefinishFront: 1.133
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
Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
122 ft. lbs., Step 2: 9022 ft. lbs
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
Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages
14 ft. lbs., Step 2: 22 ft. lbs., Step 3: 1054 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; 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 30,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Air Filter Housing (clean)
Every 40,000 miBrake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Brake Line (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Drive Axle Assembly (leak inspection) · Driveshaft (inspect) · Driveshaft U-Joint (inspect)
Every 50,000 miTransmission Assembly (inspect fluid level)
Every 70,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
At 120,000 miDrive Belt (replace) · Timing Belt (replace)
At 150,000 miTiming Belt Tensioner (replace) · Vehicle Wiring Harnesses (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 2016 Volvo XC60 sits in the middle of this generation's data arc, with 38 consumer complaints—down from 45 in 2015 but well above the low point of 16 in 2014. The three recalls for 2016 represent a slight increase from the single recall in 2015, though still far below the seven recalls in 2010 when this generation launched. Notably, the TSB count peaked at 353 for 2016, the highest in the series, suggesting Volvo was actively addressing technical issues through service bulletins. The top complaint areas were engine-related (14 reports) and seat belts (5 reports), with only one fire complaint and two crash-related complaints on record. Compared to 2013's peak of 66 complaints and the subsequent drop to 16 in 2014, the 2016 data reflects a stabilization rather than a new problem wave. The concrete takeaway: 2016 represents a reasonably solid model year within this generation, with complaint levels trending downward from earlier years and no NHTSA investigations indicating systemic safety defects—making it a acceptable purchase provided a pre-purchase inspection confirms the engine and seat belt systems are in proper condition.

3
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
353
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
38
Owner complaints
2 involved a crash · 1 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

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 38 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Engine14
Seat Belts5
Unknown Or Other3
Engine & Engine Cooling2
Electrical System,Unknown Or Other2
Service Brakes2
Seat Belts,Unknown Or Other1
Fuel System, Gasoline,Equipment1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 3 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…

16V798000Seat Belts:Front:Buckle AssemblyReported 02/11/2016

Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 XC90, S90, XC60, V60 Cross Country, V60, S60 Cross Country, S60, and S60 Inscription vehicles manufactured February 16, 2015, to August 22, 2016. On… Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front passenger seat belt buckle stud, replacing the seat belt buckle as needed, free of charge. The recall began January…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 353 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.
359122025-07-23Unknown Or OtherThis is a Technical Journal: AC evaporator repair, additional parts needed. Add resister…

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

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