2007 Volvo S80 problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Structure:body (4) · Engine (3) · Visibility/Wiper (2)
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Safety recalls (4)
Seat Belts:front 2020-06-30 · campaign 20V378000 · 308,260 vehicles
Defect: Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2008-2016 V70 and XC70, 2007-2016 S80, 2011-2018 S60 and V60, 2016-2018 S60 Cross Country, 2014-2020 S60L, 2009-2015 S80L, 2009-2016 XC60 and 2015-2018 V60 Cross Country vehicles. The flexible steel cable that connects the seat belt to the front outboard seating positions may fatigue over time, causing the seat belt to not secure the occupant in the event of a crash.
Risk: An unsecured occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat belt anchor cable for both front seats. The recall began December 10, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R10029.
Steering:hydraulic Power Assist:hose, Piping, And Connections 2011-07-26 · campaign 11V378000 · 8,406 vehicles
Defect: VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007 S80 PASSENGER CARS MANUFACTURED FROM MARCH 8, 2006, THROUGH MAY 16, 2007. THE POWER STEERING RESERVOIR RETURN HOSE MAY HAVE BEEN INCORRECTLY ROUTED, WHICH CAN RESULT IN INCREASED PRESSURE IN THE POWER STEERING SYSTEM. THE POWER STEERING RETURN HOSE MAY BURST AT THE STEERING GEAR DUE TO THE INCREASED PRESSURE, RESULTING IN A LOSS OF POWER STEERING FLUID.
Risk: THE DRIVER MAY EXPERIENCE A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER STEERING, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Fix: VOLVO DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE ROUTING OF THE POWER STEERING RESERVOIR RETURN HOSE AND MAKE REPAIRS AS NECESSARY, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING AUGUST 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-201-768-7300.
Equipment:electrical:navigational System(Global Positioning System) 2010-11-08 · campaign 10V566000 · 416 vehicles
Defect: VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH GARMIN 760 PORTABLE GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (GPS) UNITS BECAUSE THE BATTERIES ON THOSE UNITS MAY OVERHEAT.
Risk: AN OVERHEATED BATTERY COULD LEAD TO A FIRE.
Fix: VOLVO ADVISES OWNERS TO PLEASE STOP USING THE GARMIN PORTABLE GPS DEVICE IMMEDIATELY, AND VISIT THE GARMIN WEBSITE TO DETERMINE IF THEIR UNIT IS AFFECTED. THE UNIT'S BATTERY WILL BE REPLACED WITH A NEW BATTERY AND A SPACER WILL BE INSERTED ON TOP OF THE BATTERY NEXT TO THE PCB. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 18, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GARMIN AT 866-957-1981 OR VISIT GARMIN'S WEBSITE AT WWW.GARMIN.COM/NUVIBATTERYPCBRECALL.
Tires:pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems 2010-07-22 · campaign 10V335000 · 3,635 vehicles
Defect: VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007-2010 S80 VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THE TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION LABEL AND A PAGE IN THE OWNER'S MANUAL CONTAIN INCORRECT MAXIMUM PERMISSIBLE INFLATION PRESSURE AND THE TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) SOFTWARE HAS AN INCORRECT TRIGGER LEVEL.
Risk: THESE VEHICLES DO NOT MEET THE REQUIRED SAFETY STANDARDS.
Fix: DEALERS WILL UPDATE THE VEHICLES WITH A NEW TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION LABEL, OWNER'S MANUAL LABEL AND TPMS SOFTWARE. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR ABOUT AUGUST 27, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552 OR CUSTOMERCARE@VOLVOFORLIFE.COM .
Service bulletins (245)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Engine 2026-04-23 · 35526.1.8 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this is a technical journal: text plus 2 pdfs and 1 .png oil consumption test. perform the test. follow service procedure description and service sections updated to clarify that vehicle reports are not required.
Unknown Or Other 2026-04-07 · 37809.1.1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this is a tj text only - the purpose of this tj is to be a master reference list to easily identify any components that are on prior approval. this tj will be regularily updated as items are added or removed from prior approval. current items under prior approval are listed in the "service" sec
Unknown Or Other 2025-12-06 · 19245 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this is a technical journal. vehicle type and platform identification.
Exterior Lighting 2025-04-10 · 8501 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this is a technical journal: remote connection, bomgar application. before joining a remote session: •connect a suitable battery maintainer/charger and verify that the battery voltage indicated in vida is between 12.5v and 14.9v. •connect to the vehicle over a wired connection using a voe
Unknown Or Other 2025-02-21 · S10303 · Service Campaign
volvo cars usa llc and volvo car canada ltd on behalf of the volvo car corporation has decided to launch service action s10303 on certain model year 2025 ex90 vehicles. volvo car investigations have identified that there is a pairing issue with the key fob. as a result, there is a possibil
Unknown Or Other 2025-02-13 · S10303 · Service Campaign
volvo cars usa llc and volvo car canada ltd on behalf of the volvo car corporation has decided to launch service action s10303 on certain model year 2025 ex90 vehicles. volvo car investigations have identified that there is a pairing issue with the key fob. as a result, there is a possibil
Showing the 6 most recent of 245 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2023-10-17 · Visibility · 150,000 mi“the contact owns a 2007 volvo s80. the contact stated that while operating the vehicle during a rainstorm; rainwater leaked into the vehicle from the top section of the driver's side of the windshield, creating a visibility hazard for the driver. the cause of the failure was not determined. the manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assis…”
2023-05-28 · Visibility/Wiper“these generation of volvo p3 platform cars had a defective windshield seal that was not the best from the factory. many cars of this generation (s60, s80, xc90, etc) have had the seals break, causing extreme water leakage as mine has had. and the possibility of the windshield falling out. mine is bad enough that pushing it lightly from the inside t…”
2022-02-14 · Exterior Lighting“warning light on dashboard indicated right front headlamp out. repair shop removed and replaced original component with new component. internal inspection of light assembly revealed missing insulation(photos attached) on wiring harness causing a short circuit which also ruined the headlight igniter and control module. shop stated that this issue…”
2021-06-25 · Structure:body“excessive rust is forming on my front subframe and in some places has rusted completely through. small perferations were noticed at repair facility and i was told that it will need to be replaced. it cannot be welded/repaired. this is a known problem with the 2007-2010 volvo s80 v8 which volvo refuses to recall and will be an extremely costly rep…”
2021-02-28 · Structure:body“excessive rust is forming on my front subframe and in some places has rusted completely through. i have a silver dollar sized hole through it and it will need to be replaced. this is a known problem with the 2007-2010 volvo s80 v8 which volvo refuses to recall and will be an extremely costly repair. it also makes the car unsafe to drive and i could…”
2020-10-13 · Structure:body · 201,000 mi“severe subframe rust due to excessive heat from the exhaust on the v8 models of the volvo s80s only. dealer said the excessive heat will melt the paint off, causing rust to attract to the subframe. the subframe is a critical component to the car, unfortunately although volvo has said this is a common problem on the v8 models, they will not do anyth…”
2019-12-27 · Engine“this car really has a bad transmission problem and it jerks soo bad it been doing that for a long time…”
2019-05-14 · Suspension · 83,000 mi“front sub-frame which holds engine/transmission/front suspension has significant external and internal corrosion. advancing corrosion will effect steering and engine mount causing a loss of control. car parked when noticed, 5/14/2019. believed to be problem with all volvo s80 with v8 engine.…”
2019-04-19 · Structure:body“the front subframe of my vehicle was found to be unsafe by the volvo dealer in my area. corrosion had greatly deteriorated parts of the frame which supports the front suspension, steering and engine. i was told that replacement was the only option to avoid a potentially catastrophic failure while driving. close examination revealed significant l…”
2019-01-25 · Electrical System · 90,000 mi“driver door lock and latch mechanism seems to glitch out, leaving door impossible toclose . it tends to reactivate after driving for a few minutes with the door open warning light on. weather doesnt seem to effect it like frozen locks. this issue has happened on randomly even on 50 degree days. it seems to be a common issue on the volvo forums.…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.