VED4 (D4204T)
Volvo · 2.0L Diesel I4
2014–present
"VEA-platform diesel. XC40/XC60/V60. DPF care needed. Smooth highway cruiser. Good economy."
Mileage Risk Timeline
When problems typically appear — enter your mileage to see your risk zone
Known Issues 2
EGR cooler failure — main VED4 issue
▸Coolant loss, smoke, EGR fault codes, overheating
Over-cooled EGR design causes sludge and failure. Redesigned part exists. Verify if done.
MOST important VED4 check: verify EGR cooler redesign has been applied. Budget €800-1800 if not.
DPF blockage — city short trips
▸DPF warning, limp mode, forced regen cycles
Standard diesel DPF. Combined with EGR cooler issue makes city-only use risky.
Athens city: avoid VED4 diesel. Choose petrol T5 or T6 instead.
Models with VED4 (D4204T) 2
Other Volvo Engines
Tuning Potential
220hp Stage 1
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Volvo VED4 (D4204T) reliable?
The Volvo VED4 (D4204T) scores 76/100 with a verdict of ACCEPTABLE. It has 2 documented issues with total repair costs between €1,300 and €3,300.
What are the common problems with the VED4 (D4204T)?
The most common issues are:
- EGR cooler failure — main VED4 issue — critical, repair cost €800–€1,800, 80,000 km–130,000 km
- DPF blockage — city short trips — high, repair cost €500–€1,500, 60,000 km–120,000 km
What cars use the Volvo VED4 (D4204T)?
How much does it cost to repair the VED4 (D4204T)?
Total potential repair costs for all 2 known issues range from €1,300 to €3,300. The most expensive issue is typically .
What years was the VED4 (D4204T) produced?
The Volvo VED4 (D4204T) was produced from 2014 to present. It is a 1969cc I4 diesel engine.
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