Volvo XC60 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
Months of gradual sagging with barely any symptom beyond a marginally lower ride height is the usual pattern for the Volvo XC60's rear spring, right up until it fails suddenly at the coil's end with a clunk. If one rear corner looks lower than the other, that's the clue worth acting on.
Volvo XC60 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 |
Replacing just one Volvo XC60 rear spring is a false economy: pairing it with an old, sagged spring on the other side produces uneven ride height and a noticeable handling bias.
Volvo XC60 Rear Springs: What It Does
The Volvo XC60's rear end weight rests on the coil spring, which also absorbs the initial shock of a bump — a separate function from the shock absorber, not a replacement for it. Left sagged or broken, it lowers ride height, potentially skews headlight aim, and can become an MOT failure in severe cases.
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Volvo XC60 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.