Faults and service for this model with this engine

Volvo S60 / V60 1 2.0 / 2.4 D / D3 / D4 / D5 5-cyl (Volvo D5)

Diesel · 2010–2018

known faults

44.0 %

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All about the Volvo S60 / V60 1 All about the 2.0 / 2.4 D / D3 / D4 / D5 5-cyl (Volvo D5) engine

The 2.0 / 2.4 D / D3 / D4 / D5 5-cyl (Volvo D5) engine was fitted to the Volvo S60 / V60 1 (2010–2018). In the EU that is 44.0 % of all new cars of this generation.

Versions: 2.0 163 hp, 2.0, 2.0 150 hp, 2.0 190 hp, 2.0 181 hp, 2.0 136 hp, 2.4 190 hp, 2.0 120 hp, 2.4.

The most expensive known risk is auxiliary belt tensioner or pulley fails; belt debris can wreck the timing belt: it usually appears at 100,000–250,000 km and costs €150–3,500 to fix.

Engine faults ✓ Checked against sources (10/2026)

✓ The faults of this engine were checked against sources (10/2026). Each item has at least two independent sources or an official recall or parts-maker technical note.

Swirl flaps stick or the flap linkage breaks (P2015)

usually 100,000–220,000 km · Medium risk

model years 2005–2016 only

Signs: Engine light with P2015 and 'Engine system service required', weak pulling at low revs, sometimes limp mode

Fix: Check the joint between actuator and flap shaft; fit a new joint or swirl flap kit, cleaning the soot from the inlet ports if the flaps are coked

€150–900

Auxiliary belt tensioner or pulley fails; belt debris can wreck the timing belt

usually 100,000–250,000 km · High risk

Signs: Squeal, rattle or vibrating tensioner at the front of the engine; a snapped belt can be pulled behind the timing cover and make the timing belt jump

Fix: Replace the auxiliary belt, tensioner and idler pulleys with every timing belt change, and at once if they are noisy or wobble

€150–3,500

EGR valve sticking or clogging with soot

usually 120,000–220,000 km · Medium risk

Signs: Hesitation, power loss, engine light with EGR codes, limp mode

Fix: Clean or replace the EGR valve and adapt it with a diagnostic tool; check the EGR cooler

€300–900

DPF clogging and oil dilution from interrupted regenerations

usually 100,000–200,000 km · Medium risk

Signs: DPF warning, frequent regenerations, power loss; oil level rising above max on short-trip cars

Fix: Check the differential pressure sensor, run a forced regeneration or clean / replace the DPF; change diluted oil at once

€150–1,800

Variable turbo vanes stick or the turbo actuator fails

usually 120,000–250,000 km · Medium risk

model years 2005–2016 only

Signs: Limp mode under load, overboost or underboost codes, uneven pull

Fix: Check actuator movement in live data; free and clean the vane mechanism or replace the electronic actuator (calibrate after fitting)

€300–1,200

Injector wear or failure

usually 180,000–300,000 km · Medium risk

Signs: Rough idle, black smoke, hard cold start, injector correction values out of range

Fix: Check leak-off and correction values; recondition or replace faulty injectors with new seals and clamps

€300–1,500

Gearboxes

Manual

Clutch wear

usually 120,000–200,000 km · Medium risk

Signs: Slipping, high bite point

Fix: Replace clutch kit

€500–900

Dual-mass flywheel

usually 150,000–220,000 km · Medium risk

Signs: Rattle at idle, vibration pulling away

Fix: Replace with clutch

€700–1,400

Geartronic (Aisin / GM)

Aisin TF-80SC harsh shifts / valve body

usually 120,000–220,000 km · Medium risk

Signs: Harsh 2–3 / 3–4 shifts, flare

Fix: Fluid flush; valve body

€300–1,500

PowerShift MPS6 (wet, Getrag)

MPS6 fluid & clutch wear

usually 120,000–220,000 km · Wear part

Signs: Rough shifts when the fluid is old

Fix: Fluid change every 60,000 km

€200–1,500

Service plan for this engine

Typical routine maintenance cost for 100,000 km: €2,400–5,750. Sum of the services and wear parts in the plan above (about 15,000 km a year, independent workshop), without faults.

Intervals and typical prices for the Volvo S60 / V60 1 with the 2.0 / 2.4 D / D3 / D4 / D5 5-cyl (Volvo D5) engine. The app gives the exact plan for your mileage.

Item	Interval	Typical price
DPF health check (soot / ash load)Emissions	every 20,000 km	€0–60
Engine oil + oil filterEngine	every 15,000 km or every 12 months	€70–150
Cabin (pollen) filterClimate	every 15,000 km or every 12 months	€15–40
Brake fluidBrakes	every 24 months	€50–95
A/C service (regas + desiccant)Climate	every 24 months	€70–150
Air filterEngine	every 30,000 km or every 24 months	€15–45
Fuel filterFuel	every 30,000 km or every 24 months	€40–110
Glow plugsEngine	every 100,000 km	€120–300
Auxiliary (serpentine) beltEngine	every 120,000 km	€70–180
Timing belt kit + water pumpEngine	every 120,000 km or every 96 months	€450–900
Coolant replacementCooling	every 150,000 km or every 96 months	€70–150
Manual gearbox oilTransmission	every 150,000 km	€60–130
Front brake padsBrakes	usually at 30,000–60,000 km	€60–150
Front brake discs + padsBrakes	usually at 60,000–120,000 km	€150–320
Rear brake padsBrakes	usually at 50,000–90,000 km	€50–130
Tyres (set of 4)Wheels	usually at 40,000–60,000 km	€320–700
Wiper bladesBody	checked at service	€20–50
12V batteryElectrical	checked at service	€100–220

Versions of this engine in the Volvo S60 / V60 1

Version	Share	Years	CO₂	Fuel use
2.0 Diesel1,984 cm³ · 120 kW (163 hp)	12.8 %	2011–2017	136 g/km	—
2.0 Diesel1,984 cm³	8.7 %	2010–2017	109 g/km	—
2.0 Diesel1,969 cm³ · 110 kW (150 hp)	7.9 %	2011–2017	111 g/km	—
2.0 Diesel1,969 cm³ · 140 kW (190 hp)	6.6 %	2015–2017	113 g/km	—
2.0 Diesel1,969 cm³ · 133 kW (181 hp)	6.2 %	2013–2017	105 g/km	—
2.0 Diesel1,984 cm³ · 100 kW (136 hp)	5.9 %	2012–2016	—	—
2.4 Diesel2,400 cm³ · 140 kW (190 hp)	4.2 %	2015–2017	148 g/km	—
2.0 Diesel1,969 cm³ · 88 kW (120 hp)	4.2 %	2015–2017	104 g/km	—
2.4 Hybrid2,400 cm³	3.9 %	2012–2017	48 g/km	—

Source: European Environment Agency (EEA), monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars, CC BY 4.0. CO₂ and fuel use are official type-approval values (WLTP from 2021), not real-world consumption.

Official recalls

Recalls the manufacturer published in the United Kingdom for this model (36). The same recalls usually apply across Europe. Ask an authorised dealer to check by VIN whether your car is affected and whether the work has been done.

Airbag The passenger air bag may not have been correctly secured.27/11/2023 · R/2023/340
Fuel system There is a risk that the 15amp fuse could blow which will prevent the low pressure fuel pump from operating07/06/2021 · R/2021/205
Engine / loss of power There is a risk for trapped air to be in the cooling system which may result in insufficient cooling of engine components16/07/2020 · R/2020/210
Engine / loss of power There is a risk for trapped air to be in the cooling system08/07/2020 · R/2020/205
Seat belt Potential breakage/fatigue of a flexible steel cable supporting the front seatbelt anchor point01/07/2020 · R/2020/192
Fire risk The engine's plastic inlet manifold may melt and deform07/10/2019 · R/2019/180
Suspension / axles The incorrect upper control arm has been assembled on the left side17/07/2019 · R/2019/224
Suspension / axles A rear suspension link nut and screw may not have been correctly assembled26/04/2019 · R/2019/135

Common questions

What are the biggest risks of the Volvo S60 / V60 1 with the 2.0 / 2.4 D / D3 / D4 / D5 5-cyl (Volvo D5) engine?

The faults with the highest risk: auxiliary belt tensioner or pulley fails; belt debris can wreck the timing belt (100,000–250,000 km, €150–3,500); DPF clogging and oil dilution from interrupted regenerations (100,000–200,000 km, €150–1,800); injector wear or failure (180,000–300,000 km, €300–1,500); EGR valve sticking or clogging with soot (120,000–220,000 km, €300–900).

Does the Volvo S60 / V60 1 2.0 / 2.4 D / D3 / D4 / D5 5-cyl (Volvo D5) have a timing belt or a chain?

Belt · 120,000 km / every 96 mo.

Which oil does the Volvo S60 / V60 1 2.0 / 2.4 D / D3 / D4 / D5 5-cyl (Volvo D5) need?

5W-30 / 0W-30 · ACEA A5/B5 / C2 · ~6.0 L · every 15,000 km.

The same model with other engines

D3 / D4 / D5 (VEA diesel)1.6 HDi / TDCi / e-HDi (DV6, 8v / 16v)1.5 / 1.6 EcoBoost (4-cyl)T4 / T5 (VEA petrol)

Other models with the 2.0 / 2.4 D / D3 / D4 / D5 5-cyl (Volvo D5) engine

Volvo V70 III 2007–2016 Volvo XC60 I 2008–2017 Volvo V40 2012–2019 Volvo XC70 II 2007–2016

Sources and notes

Main sources for the faults of this engine:

Faults, intervals and prices are indicative and collected from public sources and owner experience; always rely on the service book and a qualified workshop. Test statistics: DVSA – Anonymised MOT tests and results, Open Government Licence v3.0. Dutch tests: RDW Open Data (CC0). Engine versions: EEA, monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars (CC BY 4.0, DG CLIMA). Owner complaints: NHTSA ODI (public domain). Recalls: DVSA Vehicle Safety Branch Recalls Database, OGL v3.0. Brand and model names are trademarks of their owners and are used only to describe the vehicles. How we check the data →

Updated 29/10/2026

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