2010 Volvo S80 problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Visibility/Wiper (5) · Vehicle Speed Control (2) · Structure:body (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.
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.
Air Bags:frontal 2010-10-13 · campaign 10V489000 · 9,746 vehicles
Defect: VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 S80, XC70, MODEL YEAR 2011 XC60 AND MODEL YEAR 2010 V70 VEHICLES. THERE MAY BE AN INTERMITTENT FAULT IN THE DRIVER'S AIRBAG CLOCKSPRING WIRING CONNECTOR FOR THE SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM.
Risk: IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE DRIVER'S FRONTAL AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY AS INTENDED OR AT ALL, AND THEREFORE WILL NOT BE ABLE TO PROPERLY PROTECT THE DRIVER, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURIES.
Fix: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A METAL SHIM IN THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG CLOCKSPRING WIRING CONNECTOR. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 20, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
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 (249)
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 249 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-01-15 · Electrical System“on [xxx] i was driving from opelika, al to birmingham, al. about 20 miles from home while driving on [xxx] in the left lane, my car would not accelerate. i pushe9 it down to the floor and there was no gas, so i had to get over to the right lane while rolling to get out of danger of the traffic and large trucks. my car has been towed three time in a…”
2026-01-15 · Engine“car would not crank, got fuel system replaced. week later after being parked, while driving car cut off on highway. mechanic has vehicle and has determined the issue is central electronic module. car is 2010 volvo s80 with active recall but vin number is not apart of recall while experiencing same problem that almost caused a major accident. vi…”
2025-06-09 · Structure · 89,500 mi“the contact owns a 2010 volvo s80. the contact stated that there was condensation inside the vehicle. additionally, the contact's daughter informed the contact that there was mold on the front passenger's side seat belt. the contact stated that there was mold on the lower seal near the front passenger's side door jam. the vehicle was taken to the d…”
2025-02-07 · Unknown Or Other“driving down [xxx] headed west to charlottesville and debris flew off of another truck with a trailer attached . came off the back of their truck and smashed into the top of my car into my sunroof glass. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6) …”
2023-08-24 · Fuel/Propulsion System“the air bag warning randomly popped up on my screen. they will not deploy if i get into a wreck. non working air bag. i also have issues that come and go with the electrical component. sometimes my door won't open, sometimes my seats won't move, and my license plate light is out due to something electrical. my gas tank spits gas back at me and make…”
2023-06-12 · Wheels“i was driving down the road at 60mph, and my car started to wobble a little bit. i pulled over to see if something was obviously wrong and i didn't notice anything. at this point i thought that maybe i needed a new rear shock, but when i got back on the road, the wobble was so bad that i couldn't drive 25mph. i drove about 20mph until i could get t…”
2023-05-28 · Visibility/Wiper“leaking windshield. notice glass loose from top of windshield.water leaking down into car on passenger and driver side. floors soak and wet. unable to drive in rain car smells due to wet floors. this windshield never was changed, it is the original. this is a safety issue. this should be a recall. made an appointment with volvo dealership on 5/22…”
2023-04-28 · Unknown Or Other“the warning, charging failure service urgent is displayed the service engine light comes on. several mechanics have not be able to repair. the front passenger seat belt is not stable to fasten properly. the tmps has yet another warning, inoperable…”
2022-03-27 · Structure:body“the exhaust for the car is routed within inches of the subframe which does not have a heat shield. the paint has since deteriorated and large rust holes have formed.…”
2022-02-21 · Visibility/Wiper“the stock oem windshield has come away from the body. this a common on-going issue with p3 volvos. my car leaks water into the cabin. it is dangerous not having a windshield glued down to the body.…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.