Where Is the Volvo Paint Code?
On a Volvo, the paint code is at the Driver-side door jamb — type plate with VIN, printed on the label marked “Color (3-digit numeric)”. The code follows the pattern 3 digits (e.g., 614, 717, 467). If the sticker is missing or faded, look it up by VIN below.
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Volvo Paint Code Location — Every Spot to Check
Volvo prints the paint code in one main spot and backs it up in a couple of others. Start at the top of this list and work down if the label is hard to read.
- 1Primary location
Driver-side door jamb — type plate with VIN
- 2Backup location
Strut tower in the engine bay
- 3Backup location
Inside the trunk lid (older S60, V70)
What the label says
Look for the row marked Color (3-digit numeric). That's the line that carries the Volvo color code.
Code format
3-digit numeric Volvo code. Pattern: 3 digits (e.g., 614, 717, 467).
Common Volvo Paint Codes & Color Names
A few well-known Volvo factory codes so you know what to expect on the sticker. Your exact code depends on the model year — always confirm against your own vehicle or VIN.
| Paint Code | Factory Color Name |
|---|---|
614 | Crystal White Pearl Metallic |
717 | Onyx Black Metallic |
467 | Bright Silver Metallic |
725 | Osmium Grey Metallic |
612 | Ice White (solid) |
Volvo Paint Code Tips
The quirks worth knowing before you order paint for a Volvo.
Volvo uses 3-digit numeric codes — simple to read on the door type plate.
Crystal White and Bright Silver are pearl/metallic — request the basecoat + clearcoat process at any body shop.
Polestar models share Volvo paint codes for the base color but may add unique Polestar accent colors (gold seatbelts, brake callipers — not paint).
Volvo Sticker Missing or Faded? Use the VIN.
Door jamb stickers fade in the sun, get peeled during detailing, or disappear when a door is replaced after a collision. When the Volvo label is gone, the VIN is the reliable way back to the factory paint code.
Every Volvo build record carries the factory paint code, locked to the VIN at manufacture. Our free VIN check pulls that record so you can order touch-up, brief a body shop, or verify the current color matches the factory original.
Buying a used Volvo? If the current color doesn't match the factory code, the car was repainted — worth an accident history check to find out why.
Look up your Volvo code by VIN
No sticker needed — the factory code comes straight from the build record.
What to Do With Your Volvo Paint Code
Once you have the code, here's how to put it to work.
Order touch-up paint
Give the code to a Volvoparts counter or a touch-up supplier. For pearl/metallic finishes, ask for the matching base + clear so the repair doesn't flatten out.
Save it for later
Photograph the Volvo sticker in good light and store it with your documents. The code stays the same for the life of the car — no more trips back to the driveway.
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Volvo Paint Code — Sources & References
Volvo color codes trace back to factory build records and OEM service literature. The references below are the authoritative origins behind Volvo VIN, paint, and history data in the United States.
- NHTSA VIN Decoder ↗
Federal reference decoder for Volvo VIN structure.
- NHTSA — Safety Recalls ↗
Open Volvo recall lookup by VIN.
- NMVTIS — Bureau of Justice Assistance ↗
Federal title-brand database covering every Volvo across all 50 states.
- EPA ↗
Coatings and VOC standards behind OEM Volvo paint formulations.
Volvo Paint Code — Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the paint code on a Volvo?+
On a Volvo, the paint code is at the Driver-side door jamb — type plate with VIN. Look for the label marked "Color (3-digit numeric)". If that sticker is faded or missing, check strut tower in the engine bay or inside the trunk lid (older s60, v70).
What does a Volvo paint code look like?+
3-digit numeric Volvo code. The typical pattern is 3 digits (e.g., 614, 717, 467). For example, 614 is Crystal White Pearl Metallic, and 717 is Onyx Black Metallic.
Can I find my Volvo paint code with just the VIN?+
Yes. The factory paint code is recorded against the VIN in Volvo's build database, so a VIN-based lookup returns the original color code even when the physical door jamb sticker is damaged, faded, or was replaced during repair. Enter your VIN in the form above.
What is the difference between the Volvo paint code and the color name?+
The color name (e.g., "Crystal White Pearl Metallic") is marketing copy that Volvo may reuse across model years with small formula changes. The paint code (614) is tied to one specific formulation — it is what a paint supplier needs to mix an exact match.
How do I use my Volvo paint code for touch-up?+
Give the code — not the color name — to any paint supplier, dealer parts counter, or body shop. They mix to the code. For pearl or tri-coat Volvo finishes, a single touch-up pen won't match the depth; those need a base + mid-coat + clear process.
My Volvo was repainted and the sticker is gone — what now?+
Run a VIN-based paint code lookup. The factory code is locked to the VIN at manufacture, so it survives a respray or a replaced door. If the car's current color doesn't match the factory code returned, the vehicle was repainted — worth pairing with an accident history check to find out why.
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