Most common Problem Volvo new 4 Cylinder engines

In this video, I show the most common problem Volvo has seen on the all new 4 cylinder engines that are used on all models. Now, they only make 4 cylinder engines.
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[@TheVolvoGuy]

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[@sheffcitys2forgedinsteel255]

​@The Volvo Guy i have a volvo V40 D4 r design 2.0 diesel year 2014, any bad things about this engine? Please, the only problem I am having is that it's going through quite a bit of oil, no leaks no somke from exhaust, just can't figure out where it's going 105,000k on it, but now after watching this I'm wondering if it's the piston rings, any clues mate?

[@santiagobarrero186]

@@sheffcitys2forgedinsteel255 Could be your PCV system, if it's not welcome to the club of shitty piston rings.

[@sherifrezk4783]

I need help My transfer case need to be replaced on my volvo xc90 2021 T6 momentum, can I use a 2022 xc90 T5 transfer case? Please help me.

[@XxXnonameAsDXxX]

​@@sheffcitys2forgedinsteel255if I reckon that's the 2.0 Hdi PSA engine. One of the best engines ine exsistance. The lifetime of the engine is beyond 500000 km. One of my friends used it to commute 800 kms every weekends. Sold it around 450k km. Similar true to the 1.6 hdi also called D4164T or d4162T. Too bd they don't use PSA diesels anymore. You only have to change oil every 10k km (5w-30,bht check it) belts around 75k km, and check for injector blowby and replace seals after 200k km.

[@PrashantKhanolkarUSA]

5000 subscribers over 21 videos that just shows how good and useful this channel is. Well done , thanks for sharing your expertise and making these detailed informative videos. Keep sharing and wish you loads of success

[@TheVolvoGuy]

Thank you so much it means a lot.

[@markushuang9965]

My wife and I current own 2 XC60s. First one is a 2011 T6 Rdesign and just recently bought our second one. A T6 and we purposely avoided the 4 cyl engine and went for the 6 Cyl. Pulls strong and drives smooth as butter

[@geothon]

Turbocharged B230 from 1993 is still running strong at 300K miles. Just passed California Smog Test with original Cat and O2 Sensor.

[@Drift-T-brick]

Rebuilding a 93 ft right now!

[@2crytex2]

Ive had 4 ”Geely” volvos so far. 3 T8 and one D5. Now i drive T8. Only issue ive had is windwasher fluid needed to be refilled sometimes.

[@2cents740]

Have an old 98 s70,and is a great car. I work on my own cars,and really am thankful for you guys. A few great teachers to learn from. Robert helps "me complete the task at hand". Love that guy. The 50s kids for bmw 3,is another great guy. It seems like you are another great teacher that I will be learning from. We bought a s60 recently and look forward to watching your videos. Thank you....thank yall.

[@TheVolvoGuy]

I appreciate it thank you.

[@budj7898]

Interesting, volvo tech in UK and never seen any of these issues apart from 02 sensor. But 90% of what we work on is diesel. Thanks for the video

[@FrankteleU47]

Great compilation! I struggled with the diagnosis of the chirping sound emanating from the crank pulley area on my 2016 XC60 2.0L. Finally figured it out, 3 months before the posting of this video. Your description of the failed PVC breather box is spot on. Subsequently, this video also helped with trouble shooting of the low pressure fuel sensor.

[@lynskyrd]

I'm keeping my 2003 S60- my daily at over 347,000 miles. Engine runs smooth- doesn't leak or BURN oil; tranny shifts on time and no body rot... AC work too- NEVER need a recharge. Normal wear item replacements only; struts, rotors, brake pads, timing belt- if it aint a 5 banger- it aint a Volvo. Drive safe everybody.

[@dcastro8492]

This video is required viewing for every Volvo owner. As a long-standing Volvo owner, I did not trust these 4 cylinder engines. I rebuilt my 3.0 T6 vehicle instead because it’s a great car. I’ll probably wait until their next gen EV vehicles prove themselves in the marketplace. No one should have to work this hard or worry this much to have a dependable Volvo.

[@TheVolvoGuy]

Agreed, it's very common for a new model to have problems they usually work it out in the first couple of years

[@crooney82]

I have a 2015 2.0 xc 70. It’s a well made tank of a vehicle with an interior that is super durable and quiet with fabulous materials like an older car. All the welds and body panels are super beautiful BUT I bought it used with the oil ring issue (that wasn’t disclosed) as well as the balance shaft issue. About 13,000 in repairs. Be careful. It runs and drives like a new car (better than most new cars) now with over 100,000 miles on it and I can tell it’s a quality car but on those early engines they made some mistakes. Change your oil every 5,000 miles unless you are doing tons of easy highway miles. These modern emissions systems mask nearly all the oil burning symptoms so you can’t really trust looking at the exhaust when it’s a cold start.

[@kylematuszyk7972]

I’ve got a i4 16’ v60 T5 at 108000 miles and I’ve run into pretty much all of these problems except for the last two you mentioned (as far as I know). And the starter just went as well…Otherwise, great car lol

[@ivankuzin8388]

Oh, makes me remember my good old D5252T, sold it with 500 000 km, engine unopened from factory :) Most reliable car I ever had!

[@TheVolvoGuy]

Agreed

[@yslee1401]

The Volvos after Geely acquisition are essentially trash

[@stuartkelly3106]

​@@yslee1401did you literally pull that comment out of your ass?

[@omarbedair]

You’re very knowledgeable about these engines Sir. Keep those videos coming please.

[@TheVolvoGuy]

Thank you.

[@derrickdaly296]

Great video, the diesels suffered from the same Oil consumption, crank seal & balance shaft issues

[@alexlevy322]

@TheVolvoGuy First, thanks for taking the time to educate us on the shortcomings of these volvo engines. It is quite a valuable piece of information. I'm interested in the Volvo V90. Any recommendations as to what year is the least problematic as far as these engines? Thanks again for your time.

[@gatorsoneyea]

Just got a S90 T6 (65k miles) 2 months ago and got the lean code. They replace the O2 sensors, PCV, and 2 other parts and the code came back. Turns out it was the supercharger leak (hopefully) and they just fixed that under warranty. Glad I stumbled across your video, good to know the common problems.

[@TheVolvoGuy]

Thank you.

[@yslee1401]

So much for Geely engineering

[@joecraven2034]

Excellent video! You provide a good insight on what to expect. Both our Volvos have the 2 liter 4 cyl but luckily 2018s. So I'm wondering if I should use some Seafoam or some other gas treatment once in a while to keep the fuel injectors from misfiring. Do you think it would help?

[@TheVolvoGuy]

Yes I would do fuel injector cleaner 3 or 4 times a year.

[@35films]

Hi VolvoGuy, thank you for this awesome video! This is the first proper summary I've seen so far. Unfortunately my XC90 T6 2016 blows out blueish, greyish smoke randomly. I swapped the engine last year: shitty piston rings and faulty oil level sensor lead to fatal engine failure. The used engine that was installed has a maximum mileage of 50.000. First guess was turbo seals, axle, etc...but turbo seems to be fine...no oil in the hoses...no noise...no power leakage etc. Second guess: piston rings - again. But borings look fine (engine was endoscoped)...Compression test perfect....spark plugs clean. Now my third guess is the PCV: Although I heard that some vacuum is normal / good (glove test) I experience that my oil cap is literally sucked in like hell, when I try to open it with the engine running. If I disconnect the main PCV hose, the oil cap starts "dancing" on top of the PCV and I get a low to medium vacuum. The air filter is more or less clean. Do you think my PCV is failing or starting to fail? Or do you have any other solution? Best regards and thank you very much in advance!

[@educatedautomotiveowner6788]

Volvo came out with an extended warranty for excessive oil consumption in January of 2023 for both this engine and the 2.5 liter 5 cylinder. The extended warranty covers both the oil consumption test and rebuild or replacement of these engines for model years 2015-2016 Volvos.

[@bigmike312]

Can you post info. I had to have mine done, and the dealer didn't mention this at all.

[@educatedautomotiveowner6788]

What is your vin number?

[@roahmed840]

I just bought a 2015 volvo s60 T5 from somebody and I’ve noticed the oil consumption problem. Can I still take it to the dealership?

[@educatedautomotiveowner6788]

Yes, is it under 100,000 miles? Also what is the vin number?

[@SuperLloyd84]

Wow, never knew the four cylinders had this many problems. Explains why I see so many 2015+ T5 V40's going cheap.

[@TheVolvoGuy]

Yes, sir, 2015 and 16 steer clear

[@johngennace4045]

I had a 2011 S60 T6 that required massive repairs for oil consumption issue. Fortunately it was under warranty and Volvo took care of it. I am leasing a 2022 XC60 B6. No issues so far at 20k miles, but I leased it because the engine is super complex and when it breaks it's going to be extremely expensive. Overall, it's a nice vehicle, but transmission is very jerky and the infotainment system is awful. Probably my last Volvo. For anyone considering a used model with these engines make sure it is a CPO or at least has a warranty. You are going to have issues.

[@TheVolvoGuy]

Thank you for the information, it hleps to hear it.

[@1114860]

Great Video. I work at an independent Volvo shop and I'm starting to see a lot of these issues as mentioned with the 2.0 engine, especially oil consumption and the P0171 lean code. One other problem I've noticed is the MAP controlled thermostat setting a P0597 code, usually due to coolant leaking through the connector. In a few cases I've had to replace the ECM due to coolant contamination. Also the plastic coolant pipes cracking and leaking.

[@TheVolvoGuy]

Thank you. Yes, that is another common problem

[@Huey4214]

We have seen several of the thermostat/ecm issues also at the independent Volvo shop I work at. Makes for a fairly spendy repair.Not a fan of the plastic thermostat assemblies.

[@matt9822]

My 2015 v60 with the 2.5 engine just had catastrophic piston failure at 70mph, nearly crashed. Volvo replaced with a brand new engine and mount out of warranty for free. 2 months prior I completely ran out of oil without throwing any codes, the tech said well its been 8 months and just shrugged without mentioning the oil consumtion issue. This is how I got my free engine, they were negligent.

[@TheVolvoGuy]

Wow

[@pappaslivery]

Had a 2018 T5 S90. My brother is still running it with 340k miles on it. Now i have a '23 B6 for work. Love the smoothness of the engine, but did have an issue where they replaced the exhaust cam under warranty. No drivability issues, just a CEL. Currently has 60k on it and running well otherwise...

[@oldschoolgamer5932]

Great video! good to get new videos, we want more, maybe you get record your work, I'm sure that's there's much to learn from it

[@TheVolvoGuy]

Am trying to get back in to doing more hopefully soon thank you.

[@Enlightenedwarrior1]

2009 V70 2.4D 172,000 miles Euro 5....Runs like a dream.......only 5 cylinder Volvos....🙏

[@petemenninger6319]

I'm looking at a 2016 V60 T6 R design AWD with the 2.0 supercharged/turbocharged inline 4, has the Polestar tune, it has been well taken care of, 88,000 miles. Should I buy this car? I'm having it inspected by a Volvo mechanic in a couple days. TIA from Colorado

[@loekmeijs6781]

Thanks so much for this video! Based upon your outline I turned down a MY18 XC90 T6 today. It had a leaking sunroof seal, evident oil leak at the crankshaft side, jerky gearbox with oil residues (of note, 2 flushes within 70K kilometers…) and faulty emission codes pointing to the supercharger seal problem. This prevented me from buying a way overpriced car that glittered, but was not all golden. Thanks again!

[@saykhan2004]

Bring back what made volvo great the 5 cylinder ❤ !

[@Charlitos1988]

even the last 5 cylinders from around 2015 did have oil consumption problems.

[@saykhan2004]

@@Charlitos1988 we will gladly take the B5244t5.

[@sssxxxttt]

A great and honest video. I wish all manufacturers got a second opinion like this. I really hope Volvo listens. I no longer own a car. With this complexity I don't understand normal consumers would risk buying a a car beyond its warranty period. I admire the skill of the mechanics still being able to diagnose machines of this complexity.

[@TheVolvoGuy]

Thank you.

[@James-cs2wi]

Volvo cars are built to last now built to cost xxx thanks buddy your a honest mechanic and much respect 🙏 👏 x

[@importdoc7]

B230F best engine Volvo ever made. True brick.

[@looncraz]

I put 268k miles on a B230F before the car was wrecked. Engine went on in another car for about another 100k miles before having a headgasket issue due to an overheat.

[@markwatkins6882]

Thanks for all the helpful info !!! Have a 2015 V60T5 with almost 50,000 miles. Only use Chevron 93 and Pennzoil 0W20 plus Lucas synthetic oil treatment. So far,so good !!!

[@TheVolvoGuy]

It's good to hear that.

[@abuhlea9214]

What about the T engine from 2019-2020 and the B engine 2020-2021? I know the B one have some kind of mild hybrid in it. Which one do you think is more reliable?

[@dljunior2852]

Considering buy one of these vehicle and it's great that we have folks like you who share such valuable information.

[@TheVolvoGuy]

Thank you.

[@namlo8765]

All the problems you listed I have those problems beside the balance shaft on my 2016 Volvo XC90. I bought lease return xc90 on 1/2019 with 28k now I have 68k today 1/10/23 just got car back from dealer for oil consumption test. Have to go back after 1k miles drive. Knowing Volvo repairs are costly, when bought xc90 I bought extended warranty for $4000. Still have 2 years and 20k left on warranty.

[@namlo8765]

33.7k coolant bleeder hose recall. 33.9k injector. 44.9k engine oil trap & camshaft sealing ring. 50.9k lower fuel sensor. 51.7k front oxygen sensor. 58.4K supercharger gaskets. 67.9k oil consumption test need to go back after 1k miles.

[@nicholash8021]

@@namlo8765 I'm starting to run into the same issues with my '16 XC90 R-Design T6... just slightly later. Tons of recalls but ran good from 30K to 60K. From 65K to 70K I lost my starter (replaced myself, not fun), PCV box (aka crankcase ventilation) box clogged up (my 11 year old replaced that). My exhaust is getting loud (the front seat near the resonator chamber seems dried out but not sure if that is the only leak on the exhaust). Now I'm getting a lean code shortly after the prior two issues at 69K miles. 1st O2 sensor is reading 0.0V all the time. Time to start replacing sensors and possibly gaskets. Burning oil in last 20K miles... I'm not looking forward to replacing the supercharger gaskets.

[@namlo8765]

@@nicholash8021 mine is 2016 Volvo XC90 T6 with Polestar. So many problems, I should keep my 2001 Ford F350 crew cab long bed.

[@TheVolvoGuy]

Yes, unfortunately, the 16 modle year was the worst one fist year of this new model.

[@namlo8765]

@@TheVolvoGuy thanks you for your time post educational video for Volvo. By the way what state in usa you located at?

[@Tailspin07]

For those of you suffering from oil consumption, I have seen improvement using an engine flush like MOL-LM2037. The problem is the coked up clogged up ring drains, the engine flush helps a little to free them up and get the oil going back into the engine. Don't expect miracles but notable improvements for sure. FCP seems to have intake seal kits and various things described in the video, they are a good source for replacement Volvo parts on these newer cars

[@TheVolvoGuy]

Thank you.

[@6tonn]

I’m surprised you didn’t mention PowerPulse hose problem on diesel - it kept ripping, they’ve made 6 or 7 revisions not resolving the problem, and finally, they just got rid of the PowerPulse.

[@TheVolvoGuy]

We do not have diesel engines on Volvo's in the US

[@pgreenx]

Keep the vids coming. Im only first learning about vida and harder home repairs but always pick something up from your older vids. Thanks!

[@TheVolvoGuy]

Am working on other stuff that might be helpful will see.

[@nagisaian]

Thanks so much for this video it’s quite shocking, I have decided to buy a Honda

[@TheVolvoGuy]

Good luck brother.

[@100pyatt]

Can't beat the Honda with a K series or J series

[@lariosfregosoify]

Thanks…I bought a 2021 and it’s been very good to us

[@TheVolvoGuy]

Yes way less problems for sure.

[@lariosfregosoify]

@@TheVolvoGuy I hope so because we bought instead of lease

[@jackson._.goulding]

I have a 2020 s60 t6. It was either that or an A4 with Audi’s tfsi 2.0. I think I made the right choice haha.

[@TheVolvoGuy]

Agreed.

[@kdcarver]

We recently had to replace the pistons in our 2015.5 V60CC with the 5-cylinder turbo due to high consumption (we almost ran out of oil on a 1000-mile trip through NM, which highlighted the issue). Volvo had sent a warranty extension notice on this problem earlier that year, and I happened to remember it. The dealer replaced the pistons for free after a two-stage oil consumption test. We had to replace other parts, such as spark plugs, at our own cost. About a month after the repair, the VVT solenoids started failing. I'm unsure if that's related to the piston replacement, but it's currently in the shop getting that addressed.

[@rbruce63]

I've replaced both on my 2012 Volvo S60 T4 and I haven't yet replaced pistons and rings and lamentably, we did not get any letter of condolence by Volvo on the oil consumption issue on these engines!

[@stanleyhenry3700]

I have a 4-cylinder engine 2019 S60. I haven't been driving it much because I have another vehicle and I am retired. I only had close to 4000 miles. I did the 10,000 miles service done. Wish was within the warranty. They only replaced the oil and checked tire pressures and wiper blade. I haven't done an oil change since. Should I get it change now. The dealership said I should do a service every year. The cost to do a 4000 mile service I was told is over $960. This includes all of what I mentioned earlier, basically oil change. What is your thought? I really appreciate your video. Thanks.

[@TheVolvoGuy]

So if the 10k miles service was already done, the next service would be the 20k miles service, which is basically an oil change and cabin air filter as well, so if you can do the cabin air filter your self, and just have them do the oil change and you save yours self some money.

[@stanleyhenry3700]

@@TheVolvoGuy Thank you so much. I will get the oil change done at a trusted mechanic. Also I will check on Utube about the Cabin filter replacement.

[@SantoMeister]

Thank you very much, I own one car with this engine and is good to know the issues.

[@TheVolvoGuy]

You are welcome.

[@Tsubaki518]

Toyota also made the same mistake of using low tension rings that caused oil consumption. Why? Efficiency, they wanted lower friction and ring tension was the low hanging fruit.

[@TheVolvoGuy]

That is exactly what happened.

[@JulezWinnfield]

My 2017 T6 XC90R-Design has had a couple of wonky issues that were fixed under warranty. Other than those issues I've been very happy with my Volvo XC90.

[@TheVolvoGuy]

That is good to hear.

[@James-cs2wi]

Old volvos would do half a million miles easy with regular servicing and more

[@bharatgohill6825]

Thank you for sharing all these engine problems , very helpful, just had oil leak of the cam and front crank seals and timing belt replaced on my 2017 XC90 at 102,000 miles ..was very expensive t had to be taken care of. I love the vehicle nevertheless, great power and safety features have come on to stop the vehicle couple of time avoiding low speed accidents.

[@TheVolvoGuy]

Thank you for the information. Hopefully, that will be the last major work it will need

[@Pianoman85426]

If you don’t minds sharing, how much was the repair? I have a leaking front crank seal on my ‘17 S60.

[@hectorvazquez7929]

Not all 2016 suffer the oil consumption issue. The new design rings started mid 2016 and it depends on the engine serial number. Engine serial numbers 1501327 and above have the updated rings and pistons. My 2016 v60 is now close to 90k and zero oil consumption issues. I checked my engine serial number and its 16XXX. If you buy a 2016 checking the engine serial number is critical and make sure it’s above 1501327. This info can be found on Volvo TJ 31216.

[@TheVolvoGuy]

Correct, but the engine was updated as well in 2017. Different design oil pan as well.

[@hectorvazquez7929]

@@TheVolvoGuy ah cool. Was not aware of the engine and oil pan update.

[@TheVolvoGuy]

@Hector Vazquez Yeah, they have 3 generations the first in which did have the rings problem. But on the ones I did, the pistons and rings worked okay.

[@hectorvazquez7929]

I change the oil on my v60 every 5k hoping to see if I can get at least 150-160k. Have you seen these 2.0s with high milage?

[@TheVolvoGuy]

@@hectorvazquez7929 yes I have the highest I have seen is 280k before I left the dealership, keep up with oil changes

[@salvadormanriquez9570]

WOW!!! I am a fan of VOLVO, but you my friend are awesome!! I really appreciate you taking the time to make this video lots and lots of good info. I have a 2016 Volvo XC90 I absolutely love but not loving the problems you are mentioning. As of now, all is well, but at least I now know what to expect.. THANK YOU!>. you have a new subscriber..

[@TheVolvoGuy]

Thank you. And you are welcome

[@dpALC8414]

any coverage on the transmission issues on the SPA platform?

[@batteryman16]

Wow this is so helpful thank you! On my 2015 XC60 T5 FWD VIN 40 I have had the bad fuel pressure sensor twice, after the second one I got the updated one, im getting a lean code bank one and ordered a new O2 sensor yesterday in hopes of that fixing the problem and the biggest one of them all, HIGH oil consumption. Oil consumption has always been a problem since 30k. At 130k Im up to 1 quart every 650 miles :D. Im very temped to order a low mileage 2018 VIN 40 S60 B4204T11 engine. Not looking forward to the install bill. I should of known better than to buy the first production year of an engine but the fuel economy was really good.

[@TheVolvoGuy]

Agreed.

[@batteryman16]

@@TheVolvoGuy Any fitment differences in the B4204T11 Between 2015 and 2018? I keep seeing one out of a 2018 S60 won't work in a 2015 xc60.

[@MrBoo-zg2hz]

Not all 2016 XC60 have the bad rings. They started putting new rings in late 2016, and I know because I have one and verified it through Volvo.

[@1274anil]

Great content. Owner of a 2012 xc60 T6 running strong. Smitten by the 2017-2018 polestar S60/V60. I'm guessing they aren't hit by many of these issues

[@TheVolvoGuy]

We didn't see many polestars to be honest but very little problems.

[@emcardleinvest]

This video is incredible. Thank you

[@Volvo8Fifty4Life]

Moral of the story: Don’t buy pre-2018. Thank you for this video.

[@TheVolvoGuy]

Exactly, but some people already own them some have already been fixed as well. Thank you for your support

[@ambe1968]

You are talking about increased oil consumption in VEA engines from 2015. I have a VEA Volvo engine in a 2014 model D4,133 kw (D4204t5)car. The question is, does this problem also affect 2014 models?

[@Shadowcify]

Yes it does, I have the issue on my 2014 same engine

[@ventsislavivanov4542]

Hi , what milage is your car ? And what sort of oil do you use also how much oil burns ?

[@ambe1968]

@@ventsislavivanov4542 I poured Castrol, I didn't like it, because it burned about 0.5-0.7 g per 10 thousand, now I poured Mobil, so far everything is ok.

[@arbnor922]

​@@ShadowcifyHello,do you know if it affects this engine d 4204 t14 which is still D4 but 140kw ? I dont know if its same engine just a bit upgraded or different?

[@alg7096]

Thx for the video. I have two xc90 2016s that I bought new. I have to say I’ve had very few problems on either one sitting at 110k-120k on both. This video did make me nervous though. I’ve changed the breather box out on one of them. One of them has a Freon leak that I will have to address this spring/summer. One has an issue with the sunroof it won’t open seems like the button is faulty. Lastly the biggest issue was one having the blend door/motor going out. They had to take the whole dash off to get to this little inexpensive part. That one hurt my feelings. One does have a front seal leak but very slow leak. Never have to add oil. Neither one has any oil consumption issues so far. This video did make me think about trading them both in for 2018s-2020s 😂. Hopefully I can keep dodging those big problems you listed 🤞

[@TheVolvoGuy]

More likely, you will be okay as far as the oil consumption, but the other problems tour having we have seen on the 2016's the sunroof leaked water and caused the sunroof shade cable to rust and when the shade does not fully open the glass will not move at all.

[@nicholash8021]

My sunroof is also leaking, and water pours out from under the front mirror/radar sensor housing onto my display screen during turns after a heavy rain. The shade is stuck and needs some grease.

[@Butchcub75]

We have a 2020 S60 T8 Polestar. I dont agree with the 10,000 mile oil change either. Are there any issues I should be aware of with these? Carbon build up or anything?

[@woody7155]

Like it?

[@OlafTakarov]

Our 2017 T6 had the supercharger seals replaced at 74k. Car was also recommended for walnut blasting due to GDI engine. We got rid of it before we had to do that. Spent more money on it in one year than I spent on my 06 in five years.

[@TheVolvoGuy]

I agree they do get expensive.

[@Huey4214]

You did not mention the carbon build up issue causing misfire codes. Maybe that is a higher mileage issue seen more in the aftermarket than at the Dealerships?

[@educatedautomotiveowner6788]

I have worked for Volvo for 10 years and this engine doesn’t have an issue with carbon buildup.

[@Huey4214]

Wow, that is totally contrary to what we find in the aftermarket. We have encountered many 4 cyl Volvos with miss fire codes and have found large carbon build up on the valves to be the cause of cold engine missing . Excellent results removing the intake manifold and removing carbon build up with a walnut shell media blaster. We see a fair number of cars with this issue at the Volvo only shop where I still work at part time after working over 50 years as a Volvo specialist. My research indicates a lot of direct injected motors suffer from carbon build up issues, not just Volvos.We also do overnight piston cleaning with GM top engine cleaner to help with oil consumption these engines suffer from. That is more of a crap shoot but we have had good results in some but not all cases.@@educatedautomotiveowner6788

[@bouzieduart3269]

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[@salvadormanriquez9570]

AWESOME Video!!! lots of great information and with lots details... I have an XC90 2016 I am concerned about the coolant leak,,.. I need some advice on once of the hose... is there a way I can call you please?

[@mazdaman1286]

As a soon to be retired mechanic may I add my 10 cents worth. All manufacturers have gone down the route of using the cheapest materials that they can get away with. I have spent my career working on European cars. All have reduced the sizes of engines and to compensate and restore power , some kind of supercharger or turbocharger is common. Many of these small engines have the boost continually running where in the past it came in where it was needed ie. Overtaking or under load climbing a hill. This Is not good for longevity as can be seen on some of the early failures which are put down to abuse. Oil changes were good for 12000 miles or 12 months, but we used 10w/40 or 5w/40 synthetic oil. I appreciate that oils have come a long way from mineral times , but now they are asked to do a lot more AND with a smaller capacity. A 1 litre engine with 3.1 litres of 0w/20 oil and 125bhp gets mighty hot when driven rapidly, also the coolant capacity is the minimum requirement. So there is not much room for error. With oil this thin is there any wonder that consumption is a problem ? Pistons have thin low friction rings and the lands between them are tiny , shirts have raised pads to keep contact with the cylinder wall a minimum, but these wear adding to the oil consumption problem. How could GM introduce a turbo charged 1.4 petrol engine with cast pistons? I have rebuilt these with as little as 32000 miles on them. How much more expensive is a forged piston with economies of scale ? They introduced a new oil to solve the problem, heads up it hasn't. Piston lands and rings breaking up and scoring bores. This drive to absolute minimal emissions and maximum fuel economy has made cars so unreliable its driving the life expectancy of cars down. Timing chains is one of my pet hates , the current crop of BMW, LandRover,Jaguar,Merc, GM , MINI with the chain on the end of engine sandwiched between that and the transmission. It obviously is not a service item....but the plastic guides fail . The damage is very costly and if it happens at any higher revs , well you are left with shrapnel. Cant remember ever changing a duplex chain. Wet belts ? They shed rubber and block the oil pick up, oil starvation and all that entails.. I am sure quite a few cars damaged like this have "caught fire " because other than that they are worthless. Like many other mechanics of my age I drive a boringly reliable car. My Honda crv plods on at over 200k miles original every thing , except for a clutch change at 180k miles fresh oil every year. I would struggle to know what to buy now , probably Another Honda or a Toyota.

[@rodmanser7573]

When did Mercedes or BMW do that? They are much more concerned with their reputations than Volvo and anything from Detroit.

[@davidhamilton6363]

100% correct

[@davidhamilton6363]

​@@rodmanser7573 I live in Scotland and mercedes are rust buckets

[@rodmanser7573]

@@davidhamilton6363 too many questions come up from a broad derogatory comment like that. Any car is going to rust if prolonged exposure to salt air - even stainless rusts. I am certain they won't rust as badly as anything from Detroit or even Vauxhall. And I am not even a fan of the three pointed star for other reasons.

[@zoefzoef3825]

I think you right, sir. Downsizing does not make things better. That is the reason I bought a Mazda, hoping it wil last.

[@kryptocide-]

great video. what about 2020 s90 t6 inscription?

[@Johans60]

I would say bring back the good old 5 cylinder, what a junk they make now a days

[@tam1381]

Do better than that , 240 4 cylinder engine was bullet proof.

[@TheVolvoGuy]

I have a 5 cylinder 2007 xc70 with 330k miles good engine. I have to agree with you.

[@ThePasta22]

Thank you. I just purchased a 2016 XC60 T5 with 190k. What should I inspect first? Timing belt or something else? Thank you for and advice you can offer.

[@michaeltutty1540]

The big thing wrong with them is that they are not Red Block.

[@leighporter8417]

Thanks for the video - good information. Do you have a similar video on the D4/D5 engine?

[@TheVolvoGuy]

We don't have diesels in the US.

[@leighporter8417]

@@TheVolvoGuy Thanks, I have an XC60 D5 2020 in Australia, no problems so far, vary happy with the vehicle.

[@TheVolvoGuy]

@@leighporter8417 amazing

[@allfong]

Why dont you recommend the 10k service?

[@johndursulak9615]

Because 10K miles is too long an oil change interval

[@100pyatt]

Ugh .. 10k is waaayy wayyy too long to stretch maintenance intervals. It should be HALF that , every 3,000-5,000 miles if you want it to last

[@indimentiNWRS]

I drive xc60 2012 D4, have 270k in a dash and doing regular services every 20 000 km. Not even one issue with engine until now.

[@Cliffbanger6006]

Hey man, tyvm for the informative video. What do u think about the 0W20 Oil in T6 (310hp) Models? Would you suggest anything else?

[@legambaz]

Excellent info here. Thanx!

[@TheVolvoGuy]

No problem

[@marekz9279]

Great video. Currently I am looking for a s90 t6. After watching this video I know I have to look for 2018+ models :) Thanks!!

[@TheVolvoGuy]

Thank you. And you are welcome.

[@SalmonCoder-zx9ow]

Hi fantastic video and thanks I have a Volvo xc60 D4 5cyl 2014 The problem is I got pressure coming out the oil cap like you say the oil rings but it does not burn any oil . I did replace the oil bottom crankshaft pulley oil seals and put new new timing belt ect . The car runs fantastic no issues . But now have sill a little oil coming from the same place. Is it the pressure pushing it out ? If I need to do the rings can I do from below, by taking the oil pan off ? 🤔 hopefully your get back to me . Antony in uk

[@TheVolvoGuy]

I honestly do not know about diesel engines. We don't have them in the US, but as far as replacing the rings, the only way I'd from the top,

[@tam1381]

Very interesting thanks.

[@TheVolvoGuy]

You are welcome

[@mazurekgrafika2032]

Thanks @TheVolvoGuy for this very interesting and relevant insight. I drive an S90 T6 AWD, 320hp, with Polestar modification. The production date is 2016 but the model year is 2017. Does the problem with oil burning also occur here? Current mileage is 115,000 km. I have not noticed any loss of oil, which I now change at intervals of every 10,000 km. I also did not notice smoke and excessive soot on the exhaust. Thank you in advance for your reply and great content!

[@TheVolvoGuy]

You should have the updated engine in yours, and as far as oil changes, I always cut what the manufacturer says by half, lol. You can do just oil ever 5k and the filter and the oil every other oil change.

[@tenkayruanaya2554]

i got a used XC 90 2016 and the carflax said the engine was replaced 88k and even after that new engine . a few other repairs where done . to the new .. OMG god help me .. on this car :(

[@educatedautomotiveowner6788]

If the engine was replaced, then it has all of the updated pistons and rings, as well as updated front crankshaft seal and a new timing belt. So you won’t need a new timing belt for 150,000 miles.

[@tenkayruanaya2554]

oh thanks a lot feel better now yes you are rigth all this new updates where done a@@educatedautomotiveowner6788

[@eliaspauwels87]

My Late 2017 model V40 D3 had something similar to having issues with the oil consumption. Caused by having a "faulty" ring (not really confirmedd but suspected). My mechanic, being someone who worked for years on volvos cleaned it out with some products because it somehow kept building up residue. Ever since he cleaned it, it has not given me a alert of oil low.

[@fredwiley3731]

Basically what this honest man is saying........don't buy any Volvo with a 4 cyl. engine.

[@TheVolvoGuy]

🤣🤣🤣

[@michaelathens953]

Yeah that's kinda what I'm taking away from this video as well...

[@acer3305]

What about the Volvo 240s eh? It had the best inline4 ever

[@Charlitos1988]

except RED BLOCK from the 80s

[@techsucks]

Yeah go buy a German 4 or 6 cylinder instead 🙄

[@Dmaelstrom]

Hi, glad I found this channel - subscribed. I have a 2022 mhev B4 diesel AWD. Lovely car but had loads of issues so far!

[@TheVolvoGuy]

Unfortunately, sometimes you want to make sure you are not getting the first model if there is a new engine or drive system or design. The first year, the SPA platform came out on the XC90's in 2016, which was a nightmare

[@Dmaelstrom]

@@TheVolvoGuy Thanks for your response! Do these issues get resolved and then car is ok, or do they always remain problematic? I believe that the new thing about 2022 model is the infotainment system with google incorporated, and to be fair, most problems have been software related.

[@MsAce0424]

Im a toyota person watching this to help a friend. He traded his reliable vehicle for a vovlo which has now knocking. I know he is screwed. His is the v60 T5 i believe 5 cylinder. It's not a video for his. I thought maybe I'd come across what is cauding the motors to self distruct. Man, im disappointed. I use to love thebold achool vovlos of the 80s and 90s. I felt they didnt die. Theu kept going. Watching this. Plus reading service bulletons for hus years and models, im shocked. Wth happemed to vovlo? The cars got sexy but so unreliable. All manufacturers have a few issues. Thjs is terrible 😢. His car is fast and has a nice design for a wagon. It totally self distructed. Now im seeing this and im like, wth isn't wrong with these 😢

[@TheVolvoGuy]

Most engines out there did have the same problem for some time due to emissions,

[@100pyatt]

Depending on what year it is make sure his t5 has the updated oil pickup tube or it will start sucking air and spin a bearing

[@ferrerrene]

Thanks this is really helpful. I've experience 40% of the items you have mention. Now I have P044, P043, and P045, but I can find the purge valve on my 2015 S60. Can you point it out where it is?

[@TheVolvoGuy]

The purge valve should be on the right side of the intake. If it's a 4 cylinder engine.

[@Peter220044]

so the 2020 Volvo s60 t5 no engine problem?

[@juniorazeez702]

It's the safest one to go for currently. Most reliable of the bunch.

[@bogdankushlyk]

Nice video. Enjoyed it. One thing to mention. If the car is not driven much, and the battery is on its low-juice side - you may get the misfire code as well (with the check engine light of course as well). And, it will mean nothing in this case, since it will go off after some kilometers/miles, and will not show itself if the car keeps being driven actively. once the battery will again go onto the low-juice - you may experience it again of course. It does not relate to this engine specifically, I have seen the same thing on various car makes as well, Ford (2.0 atmo) and Toyota (2.5 atmo) for example. It will be in all cases same 2-nd cylinder misfire on any inline 4 engine.

[@TheVolvoGuy]

I see

[@anarekist]

jesus please bless my 2019 r design 🙏

[@TheVolvoGuy]

You are okay, my friend

[@cjaysmithYT]

This guy rocks. I just rec'd confirmation today on oil consumption results for my 2016 S60 Inscription. With the extended warranty we bought being a CPO unlimited miles or 12 years maybe 10? I am relatively confident Volvo will be covering my piston and ring replacement. They made me pay for the consumption test however I'll be asking for a reimbursement on that as well.

[@TheVolvoGuy]

Yes, they have to cover it, and they shouldn't charge you for it.

[@RaduRadu89]

Just subscribed to your channel, excellent content! Keep it up! I am planning to buy a 2017 S60 T5 with VIN - YV1FS40LDJ2452135, are there any issues that I should be aware of? Thanks in advance and all the best!

[@TheVolvoGuy]

Hello, thank you for the support. The VIN shows a 2018 S60. Most of the problems in the engine have been updated, with no open recalls. Also, all of the important S/W is up to date.

[@RaduRadu89]

Many thanks and great job with the channel! 🎉

[@TheVolvoGuy]

@@RaduRadu89 thank you

[@legambaz]

Are these the same engine used in the 2015 - 2016 P3 XC60 T6? Better still, would you do a video on the P3 XC60 issues? Thanx

[@Twobarpsi]

I'll never buy a Volvo with a 4 cylinder.

[@serenan920]

Low quality tat..prefer older Volvos, not newer Chinese ones

[@Granite_Stater]

Why and which ones did you own?

[@Twobarpsi]

@@Granite_Stater I still own a 1998 V70 T5. The engine will never wear out.

[@clewis5220]

I’ve had my 4 cylinder 2016 v40 D4 190bhp auto for nearly 7 years and had none of these problems in 80k, am I running out of luck? It’s so quick and economical £20 tax I would be sad to replace it but you have worried me now 😢

[@Gunsmoke2220]

​@@clewis5220lol you're fine people are just stuck in the past

[@andrecyrus1000]

Thanks for this video and I have seen a few of these problems with my 2016 xc90.

[@TheVolvoGuy]

You are welcome 🙏

[@leonsterballe8228]

Where is the spirit from the B18/B20 days??

[@tomasnordin9778]

It's unprofitable to produce engines of that quality today.B18/B20 were in the same league as the Slant SIx.

[@TheVolvoGuy]

Along time, a go people who designed a vehicle or an engine or whatever it is, they took pride in it very laking these days.

[@foreigner299]

It stayed in Sweden, the Chinese will be never able to match it

[@danielbailey848]

Just found your page. Great info! What do you think about a 2018+ XC90 with the T5 setup? Are they pretty reliable?

[@TheVolvoGuy]

Yes much better less things to go wrong.

[@moremoola]

Ugh see that's why I need an electric car... Too many problems with friggin ice cars.

[@drewway9599]

king of the mental retardation club right here

[@lynskyrd]

oh really; go ahead- get a 'green' car- make sure you allow for more tire changes, higher depreciation and oh yes, forget about fixing anything yourself unless you want to buy thousands of dollars worth of test equipment. Make sure you get an electrician to install your charger unit- update your house insurance- pay attention to the fire liability part. Good-luck.

[@oscarquezada895]

Keep those video coming, very informative. I’ve being considering to buy a 2019 xc40 T5 Rdesign, does that model have any Achilles’ heel when it comes to its drive train that I should look forward?

[@TheVolvoGuy]

XC40's, we have not seen much of any problems with them, to be honest with you.

[@jellybean1976928]

I am confused. These engines are NOT Volvo engines, they are during the China ownership, where Volvo is no longer Volvo.

[@TheVolvoGuy]

Not true, Swedish engineering, that engine is 100% Volvo.

[@jellybean1976928]

@@TheVolvoGuy The engines development and production was finalised during Chinese ownership. I don't consider anything developed and produced after that time to be true Volvo.

[@TheVolvoGuy]

@jellybean1976928 you consider whatever you want. it does not change the fact.

[@TheVolvoGuy]

@jellybean1976928 Also, you got to remember before that it was owned by Ford. It's nore of a Volvo now, then when Ford owned Volvo and ran it to the ground like everything they do.

[@jellybean1976928]

@@TheVolvoGuy I own many many many Volvo cars from the Ford era and pre Ford era, both are superb! No need to talk about the pre-ford era, since you are The Volvo Guy and will obviously appreciate those? During Fords ownership countless interesting and sometimes awesome projects were undertaken (S60/V70R, the B8444S which is a Volvo engine manufactured by yamaha, not a yamaha engine), this cannot be said of today's bland offerings. Sure, you can say Ford created the P1 platform shared with Volvo, but I own about a dozen P1 cars and they are excellent cars. The P1 cars have some compromises, mostly space based, but the Volvo quality is reflected in the final product: a Mazda sharing the same platform it is not. I own many of these pre-china Volvo's, almost 70 in fact, yet I would not touch a China Volvo if it were given to me. It simply is not a Volvo even if parts of it can be traced to development during Fords ownership.

[@ricardohodgson2566]

This has been a great informative video. Great job man. Thank you. Keep videos like this coming.

[@Benefitsweden]

Can you tell me which car is flawless? yes of course no car in the world is flawless, everyone has problems with oil consumption, electronics, wear quickly and and and.... generally I have had many cars German and Asian cars the best is Volvo itself has some problems but they are cheaper to fix if you want is horny, Volvo will be as ready as a tractor

[@phukfone8428]

Absolutely anecdotally, I did 98,000 mi on a 2016 v60 polestar, routine maintenance only, not one repair in 98,000 mi

[@volvocars9192]

Hey - keep the vids coming! Considering buying a 2015 V70 diesel with a 5 cylinder 2.4 L D5 engine. Should I expect this 2015 D5 have the faulty piston rings as a 2015 4 cylinders do? Thanks!

[@TheVolvoGuy]

Thank you.

[@-nuexx1]

because: prior Volvo-Schrott is now: the New Chinese-Volvo-Schrott with a hideous design ! thats all .

[@sinisatrlin840]

Who made VAG schrott like 1.8FSI, who is making gearboxes for T6? Who made 2011 Passat 2.0TDI with Siemens common rail, worst car ever, less reliable than Warburg. Did Chinese built Audi A2 schrott? Why changing alternator on Passat V6 takes two man and two days? Whole front of the car has to be removed. Why on large Audi V engines Lambda sensor (O2) replacement is engine out job? Why timing chain on BMW lasts criminally short time?

[@-nuexx1]

@@sinisatrlin840 i dont know about such problems. I drive VW ! But not these new Schrott - Polo Steilheck '95 - only change oil, Brakepads, tyres ! and I have much fun with it. also, I drive BMW ! dont know something about fuckin timing chains . of course, E 39 Models are the best - not the new SCHROTT !😝

[@sinisatrlin840]

@@-nuexx1 New cars are lottery. When i was a kid Volvo had Audi 2,4D and Reanult 2.0 benzin engine, ZF gerbox and ZF diferential. It was indestructable and cheap to mantain. New Euro cars in small and low middle class are still mostly good, large ones is best to avoid. New T6 is overpriced peace of junk, i had two T4 and first lasted me 500.000km, second one lasted me 465.000km and rust is only problem. 5 years old T6 is now on second gearbox, and it will need another one soon. 4000Euro if you give your old back withouth work, junk. I now also have 3 Trafic vans that do not look good as T6 but work better. E39 was built prior of current timing chain engine out schrott. Now you have to take engine out at 150.000 km to replace chain.

[@-nuexx1]

@@sinisatrlin840 I know this, a friend had a X3 2.o d 2009 - he must take out engine, timing chain, cams, piston broken. Only if new it lasts for 1-2 years, after its only for headache !

[@TheVolvoGuy]

Who owns a company sometimes does not matter as much as who designed it and who makes the parts for them the 4cylinder engine had to be pushed in Earlier, then they wanted to, but they had to because of afford problems with the engines and to save the company, they had to make these moves. And I'm glad they did now. That did cause some early problems with the engine. In which they took care of. They had to do that overlosing the entire company.