Volvo S80 complaints by model year
954 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2015 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| 2014 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2013 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2012 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| 2011 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| 2010 | 27 | 1 | 0 | 5 |
| 2009 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| 2008 | 26 | 4 | 0 | 7 |
| 2007 | 24 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| 2006 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| 2005 | 15 | 1 | 2 | 5 |
| 2004 | 50 | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| 2003 | 26 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| 2002 | 42 | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| 2001 | 164 | 7 | 2 | 7 |
| 2000 | 318 | 16 | 8 | 4 |
| 1999 | 199 | 6 | 6 | 4 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2007–2016. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structure | 6 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 4 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| Electrical system | 4 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Unknown or other | 3 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 0 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Seat belts | 1 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Volvo S80 recalls (27)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one S80 model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21V766000 | Sep 30, 2021 | Driver's Air Bag Inflator May Explode | 2001–2006 | 21.6% |
| 20V681000 | Nov 4, 2020 | Air Bag Inflator Fragments May Strike Driver | 2001, 2002, 2003 | 5.5% |
| 20V378000 | Jun 30, 2020 | Seat Belts May Not Restrain Occupant | 2007–2016 | 75.5% |
| 15V555000 | Sep 2, 2015 | Starter Motor Fuse May Blow | 2016 | 100% |
| 13V377000 | Aug 21, 2013 | CEM/Electrical Components may Work Improperly | 2015 | — |
| 12V415000 | Aug 28, 2012 | Tire Pressure Monitoring System/FMVSS 138 | 2013 | — |
| 12V317000 | Jul 6, 2012 | TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE SOFTWARE | 2011, 2012, 2013 | — |
| 12V075000 | Feb 28, 2012 | SEAT WIRING HARNESS | 2012 | — |
| 11V378000 | Jul 26, 2011 | POWER STEERING RESERVOIR | 2007 | — |
| 10V579000 | Nov 17, 2010 | TRANSMISSION AND ENGINE CONTROL MODULE | 2011 | — |
| 10V566000 | Nov 8, 2010 | 760 PORTABLE AUTOMOTIVE GPS UNITS/GARMIN | 2000–2010 | — |
| 10V489000 | Oct 13, 2010 | SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM | 2010, 2011 | — |
| 10V335000 | Jul 22, 2010 | TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM SOFTWARE/FMVSS 110 | 2007–2010 | — |
| 09V483000 | Dec 18, 2009 | FUEL PUMP LEAK | 2001–2005 | — |
| 09V343000 | Sep 1, 2009 | CENTRAL ELECTRONIC MODULE SOFTWARE | 2008, 2009, 2010 | — |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
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Volvo S80 FAQ
How many recalls has the Volvo S80 had?
NHTSA lists 27 recall campaigns that cover at least one Volvo S80 model year from 1999 to 2016. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which Volvo S80 year has the most complaints?
Among the last 15 model years with settled counts, the 2004 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (50) and the 2014 the fewest (1). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Volvo S80 problems?
Across the 2007–2016 model years, owners most often name the structure, engine, electrical system in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Volvo S80 get?
EPA rates the 2016 Volvo S80 at 29 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.