# 3580552 Connecting Rod | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

## 🔧 Product Description

Genuine Volvo Penta connecting rod from the Engine group, weighing 0.828 kg and listed for four MD series engine applications.

## 🚤 Compatibility

Typically suits:

-   Volvo Penta MD2040
-   Volvo Penta MD2040B
-   Volvo Penta MD2040-C
-   Volvo Penta MD2040-D

-   **Engine Family:** MD

## ⚙️ Key Features

-   0.828 kg
-   Four MD series engine applications
-   3 used per assembly

## 🔌 Function

Connects the piston to the crankshaft, carrying combustion load into rotation.

## ⚠️ Common Signs of Failure

-   Big end bearing failure with debris in the oil
-   Knocking under load
-   Bore out of round or the rod bent when measured
-   Fretting on the bearing shell seats
-   Bolt threads stretched or damaged

## 🛠️ Service Notes

-   Rods are weight-matched within an engine, so check the set balance when fitting one
-   Screw 3580554 and nut 3580555 are the rod fixings for these engines, and are frequently single-use
-   Establish why the bearing failed, or the new rod will suffer the same fate

## 📦 Condition

-   Genuine Volvo Penta part
-   Brand new
-   Supplied in original or equivalent packaging

## Details

- **Price:** 625.7 AUD
- **Vendor:** Volvo Penta
- **Tags:** Volvo Penta

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
|---------|-------|-----------|
| Default Title | 625.70 AUD | In stock |

## Images

- 3580552 Connecting Rod | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

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> Source: [Sawley's Auto and Marine](https://www.sawleysautoandmarine.com.au/products/3580552-connecting-rod-genuine-volvo-penta)
> Updated: 2026-08-22