Faults and service for this model with this engine

Volvo S90 / V90 T4 / T5 (VEA petrol)

Petrol · 2016–now

known faults

40.1 %

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All about the Volvo S90 / V90 All about the T4 / T5 (VEA petrol) engine

The T4 / T5 (VEA petrol) engine was fitted to the Volvo S90 / V90 (2016–now). In the EU that is 40.1 % of all new cars of this generation.

Versions: 2.0 253 hp, 2.0 197 hp, 2.0 303 hp, 2.0 190 hp, 2.0 254 hp, 2.0 310 hp, 2.0 235 hp.

The most expensive known risk is crankcase ventilation (PCV) diaphragm tears: it usually appears at 80,000–180,000 km and costs €200–600 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.

Crankcase ventilation (PCV) diaphragm tears

usually 80,000–180,000 km · Medium risk

Signs: Whistling or rough idle, oily breather hoses and filler cap, oil leaks from seals

Fix: Replace the PCV valve / oil separator assembly, not only the diaphragm, and check the crank seals

€200–600

Gearboxes

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

Service plan for this engine

Typical routine maintenance cost for 100,000 km: €2,400–5,400. 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 S90 / V90 with the T4 / T5 (VEA petrol) engine. The app gives the exact plan for your mileage.

Item	Interval	Typical price
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
Spark plugsIgnition	every 60,000 km or every 48 months	€50–160
Automatic transmission fluidTransmission	every 90,000 km	€200–450
Auxiliary (serpentine) beltEngine	every 120,000 km	€70–180
Coolant replacementCooling	every 150,000 km or every 96 months	€70–150
Timing belt kit + water pumpEngine	every 150,000 km or every 120 months	€450–900
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 S90 / V90

Version	Share	Years	CO₂	Fuel use
2.0 Hybrid1,969 cm³ · 186 kW (253 hp)	9.0 %	2020–2025	26 g/km	1.1 L
2.0 Hybrid1,969 cm³ · 145 kW (197 hp)	8.1 %	2020–2025	159 g/km	6.1 L
2.0 Hybrid1,969 cm³ · 223 kW (303 hp)	4.9 %	2018–2023	53 g/km	2.5 L
2.0 Petrol1,969 cm³ · 140 kW (190 hp)	3.9 %	2017–2021	177 g/km	7.3 L
2.0 Petrol1,969 cm³ · 187 kW (254 hp)	2.6 %	2016–2019	147 g/km	—
2.0 Hybrid1,969 cm³ · 228 kW (310 hp)	2.4 %	2021–2025	20 g/km	0.9 L
2.0 Hybrid1,969 cm³ · 173 kW (235 hp)	2.3 %	2020–2025	161 g/km	6.1 L

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 (16). 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.

Brakes / ABS / ESP BCM2 SW – Safety Notice23/06/2025 · R/2025/211
Fire risk SPA1 Cell Modules24/03/2025 · R/2025/117
Brakes / ABS / ESP BCM2 – Push Road05/11/2024 · R/2024/446
Brakes / ABS / ESP There may be a potential software error in the brake control module.24/01/2023 · R/2023/025
Engine / loss of power A software error may prevent the engine control module from starting the engine27/10/2022 · R/2022/313
Brakes / ABS / ESP Potentially insufficient or missing welding connection in the hydraulic unit of the brake system18/09/2021 · R/2021/331
Fuel system Pressure in the fuel tank could cause the fuel level sender to indicate fuel in the tank when it could be empty02/08/2021 · R/2021/282
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

Common questions

What are the biggest risks of the Volvo S90 / V90 with the T4 / T5 (VEA petrol) engine?

The faults with the highest risk: crankcase ventilation (PCV) diaphragm tears (80,000–180,000 km, €200–600).

Does the Volvo S90 / V90 T4 / T5 (VEA petrol) have a timing belt or a chain?

Belt · 150,000 km / every 120 mo.

Which oil does the Volvo S90 / V90 T4 / T5 (VEA petrol) need?

0W-20 · Volvo VCC RBS0-2AE · ~5.2 L · every 15,000 km.

The same model with other engines

D3 / D4 / D5 (VEA diesel)

Other models with the T4 / T5 (VEA petrol) engine

Volvo XC60 II 2017–Volvo XC40 2017–Volvo V40 2012–2019 Volvo S60 / V60 II 2018–Volvo XC90 II 2014–

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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