2018 Volvo V60 maintenance schedule

The 2018 V60 is part of the 1st Gen (P3) (2014-2018), sold as a wagon. Below: its service intervals with the source behind each one, the fluids it takes, and the NHTSA recalls issued for it.

Service schedule

What the 2018 V60 needs, and when

11 of these 13 items come from Volvo's own published schedule. Manufacturer rows link to Volvo's own schedule, Independent rows to a service shop or parts retailer's published guide.

Service	Interval	Source
Engine oil and filter Synthetic required	10,000 mi / 1 year	Manufacturer
Engine air filter Clean housing/replace	40,000 mi	Manufacturer
Cabin air filter	20,000 mi / 1 year	Manufacturer
Tire rotation Check wear and condition at 10k	Inspect, replace as needed	Manufacturer
Brake fluid	40,000 mi / 3 years	Manufacturer
Engine coolant Check and adjust at 10k	Inspect, replace as needed	Manufacturer
Transmission fluid Replace for vehicles used for towing	50,000 mi	Manufacturer
Spark plugs	60,000 mi	Manufacturer
Timing belt (2.0L 4-cylinder) Timing belt replace	150,000 mi / 10 years	Manufacturer
Serpentine belt	150,000 mi / 10 years	Manufacturer
Differential and transfer case fluid (AWD models) Visual inspection for leaks	Inspect, replace as needed	Manufacturer
PCV valve Inspect for clogging	Inspect, replace as needed	Independent
12V battery Test using standard protocol	Inspect, replace as needed	Independent

Intervals are for normal driving; towing, short trips, extreme heat or dust shorten them.

Fluids and engines

What goes in it

Engine oil: Castrol Edge Professional V 0W-20 (2.0L); Premium 91+ (3.0L), 5.9 qt
Coolant: Volvo Antifreeze

Powertrains in this generation

2.5L 5-cyl (B5254T), 250 hp, 6-speed automatic, FWD/AWD
3.0L 6-cyl (B6304T4), 300 hp, 6-speed automatic, AWD
2.0L 4-cyl (B4204T), 240 hp, 8-speed automatic, FWD/AWD

Confirm the exact spec against the owner's manual or the label under the hood; capacities vary by engine and drivetrain.

Safety recalls

2 NHTSA recalls for the 2018 Volvo V60

From NHTSA's recall database, matched by model and year. Recall repairs are free at Volvo dealers, and a given car may already be fixed or fall outside a campaign, so check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls before you buy.

Seat belts

NHTSA 20V378000

June 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 Country vehicles. The flexible steel cable that connects the seat belt to the front outboard seating positions may fatigue over time, causing the seat belt to not secure the occupant in the event of a crash.

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 at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R10029.

Electrical system

NHTSA 18V800000

November 2018

Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Volvo XC90, S90, V60, V60 Cross Country, V90, XC40, XC60, and V90 Cross Country vehicles. The software installed in the Vehicle Connectivity Module (VCM) may have an error causing the Telematics and Driver Support Systems to function improperly. As a result, the GPS will not provide location information to emergency personnel in the event of an emergency.

Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will correct the software, free of charge. The recall began December 26, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R39917.

Running costs

What maintenance typically costs

A typical year of maintenance: $1,057
The major service near 100,000 mi: $1,000

Typical US independent-shop estimates for this generation; they vary by region and condition.

Other V60 model years

2nd Gen (SPA) (2019-2026)

2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026

1st Gen (P3) (2014-2018)

2014 2015 2016 20172018

Shopping new? The Volvo V60 guide covers the current model, with what it costs to keep for 1 to 15 years.

Sources

volvocars.com (Manufacturer)
carcomplaints.com (Independent)
fcpeuro.com (Independent)

Researched 2026-09-22. Modeling, not mechanic advice - always confirm against your car's owner's manual and service records.

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