Volvo V60 Rear Springs: Specs, Fitment & Common Faults
Genuinely worth knowing: Volvo's factory "Chassis Code" system can identify genuinely different spring rate variants for the same model — a more precise way to confirm fitment than trim level alone.
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A Part That Fails Quietly, Then Suddenly
A sagging Volvo V60 rear spring rarely gives dramatic warning — just a slightly reduced ride height over several months — before eventually failing suddenly at the coil's end with an audible clunk. Keep an eye out for one rear corner sitting lower than the other as an early tell.
Volvo V60 Rear Springs: OEM Part Number
| 2WD, standard rate | Genuinely a different spring from the AWD version below — confirm drivetrain before ordering |
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| AWD | A genuinely different spring from the 2WD version, reflecting the different rear axle layout |
A single new rear spring on the Volvo V60, next to an old, sagged one, creates an imbalance — uneven ride height and a handling bias — which is why replacing them as a pair is the better approach.
Volvo V60 Rear Springs: What It Does
On the Volvo V60, bearing the rear end's weight and cushioning the initial jolt of a bump is the coil spring's role, complementing the shock absorber rather than duplicating its job. When it sags or breaks, ride height drops, headlight aim can be thrown off, and severe cases can mean an MOT failure.
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Volvo V60 Rear Springs: Warning Signs, DIY Difficulty & Aftermarket Advice
These are the same regardless of make or model — see our full Rear Springs Guide for symptoms of a failing spring, confirming fitment against your VIN, and OEM vs aftermarket guidance.
More Volvo Rear Springs
The same part, covered across other Volvo models.