2000 VOLVO S80

5 recalls, 442 complaints - 294 TSBs

10V566000 Nov 8, 2010
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Defect Description
VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH GARMIN 760 PORTABLE GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (GPS) UNITS BECAUSE THE BATTERIES ON THOSE UNITS MAY OVERHEAT.
Consequence
AN OVERHEATED BATTERY COULD LEAD TO A FIRE.
Remedy
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 B... Read more
416 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
07E023000 Mar 29, 2007
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
Defect Description
CERTAIN CARDONE MASTER CYLINDERS WITH PART NUMBERS 10-2925, 10-2987, 10-2987MZA, 10-3083, 11-3015, 11-3042, 11-3044, 11-3045, 11-3047, 11-3064, AND 11-3156, AND WITH DATE CODES LOWER THAN DCA7078 SOLD AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE SEAL ON MASTER CYLINDER CAN FAI... Read more
Consequence
LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID CAN RESULT IN POOR BRAKING PERFORMANCE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
CARDONE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE ANY DEFECTIVE MASTER CYLINDERS. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING APRIL 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT CARDONE AT 1-800-777-4780.
13,128 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: CARDONE INDUSTRIES, INC.
06V441000 Nov 15, 2006
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, A COMBINATION OF THROTTLE POSITIONING SENSOR IRREGULARITIES, A DIRTY THROTTLE HOUSING, AND/OR INEFFICIENT SOFTWARE CALIBRATION MAY CAUSE A WARNING LAMP TO LIGHT AND THE SUBSEQUENT ONSET OF LIMP HOME MODES.
Consequence
THIS RESULTED IN A HIGH NUMBER OF VEHICLES GOING INTO THE LIMP HOME MODE WITHOUT NEED.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL THE CURRENT SOFTWARE UPGRADE ONTO THE INVOLVED VEHICLES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 29, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
170,099 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
04V451000 Sep 13, 2004
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, UNDER CERTAIN OPERATING CONDITIONS, SOME ELECTRIC COOLING FANS MAY OVERHEAT POTENTIALLY CAUSING HEAT DAMAGE AND, IN RARE INSTANCES, A FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.
Consequence
A FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT COULD OCCUR.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE COOLING FAN. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 29, 2004. CUSTOMERS SHOULD CONTACT VOLVO CARS AT 1-800-458-1552.
149,799 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
00V238000 Aug 24, 2000
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. OVER TIME, THE BALL JOINT BETWEEN THE FRONT WHEEL KING PIN AND THE SUSPENSION LINK ARM, CAN EXPERIENCE INCREASED LOOSENESS.
Consequence
THIS CONDITION COULD AFFECT THE BALL JOINT'S DURABILITY AND PERFORMANCE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE BOTH FRONT BALL JOINTS.
49,488 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: VOLVO CARS OF NA, INC.

Complaint Statistics

442 total complaints 21 crashes 11 fires 18 injuries

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL88
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM44
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING25
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE20
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE19
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION15
SUSPENSION:FRONT11
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE9
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC9
AIR BAGS9
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Nov 18, 2022
Incident date: Sep 5, 2022
The contact owns a 2000 Volvo S80. The contact stated that while at a complete stop, the vehicle intermittently hesitated in responding while depressing the accelerator pedal. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated during the failure. The contact called the dealer and... Read more
AIR BAGS Aug 27, 2020
Incident date: Aug 7, 2020
SWAPPED BATTERY AT O'REILLY'S AUTO PARTS. ALL MANUFACTURER SAFETY PROTOCOLS FOLLOWED. AFTER SWAPPING OUT W/NEW BATTERY: CLIMATE CONTROL MODULE NOT WORKING- SRS AIRBAG 'SERVICE URGENT' ERRORS. VOLVO QUOTING $2500 TO REPLACE CCM, $800 FOR REBUILD-PROCESS. DIM IS ALSO FRIED. NO HEAT OR A/C- AIRBAG ACCI... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Aug 27, 2020
Incident date: Aug 7, 2020
SWAPPED BATTERY AT O'REILLY'S AUTO PARTS. ALL MANUFACTURER SAFETY PROTOCOLS FOLLOWED. AFTER SWAPPING OUT W/NEW BATTERY: CLIMATE CONTROL MODULE NOT WORKING- SRS AIRBAG 'SERVICE URGENT' ERRORS. VOLVO QUOTING $2500 TO REPLACE CCM, $800 FOR REBUILD-PROCESS. DIM IS ALSO FRIED. NO HEAT OR A/C- AIRBAG ACCI... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Aug 27, 2020
Incident date: Aug 7, 2020
SWAPPED BATTERY AT O'REILLY'S AUTO PARTS. ALL MANUFACTURER SAFETY PROTOCOLS FOLLOWED. AFTER SWAPPING OUT W/NEW BATTERY: CLIMATE CONTROL MODULE NOT WORKING- SRS AIRBAG 'SERVICE URGENT' ERRORS. VOLVO QUOTING $2500 TO REPLACE CCM, $800 FOR REBUILD-PROCESS. DIM IS ALSO FRIED. NO HEAT OR A/C- AIRBAG ACCI... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Sep 11, 2018
Incident date: Sep 5, 2018
I WANT TO MAKE YOU AWARE OF A VERY SERIOUS CAR ACCIDENT THAT MY MOTHER HAD ON 9-5-18. SHE WAS DRIVING HER 2000 VOLVO S80 WHEN HER CAR BEGAN TO ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN. SHE WAS NOT ABLE TO CONTROL THE CAR. MY MOM HAD HER FOOT ON THE BRAKE BUT THAT DID NOT STOP THE VEHICLE. UNFORTUNATELY, AT THAT POINT ... Read more
Crash 3 injured
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Dec 22, 2015
Incident date: Dec 21, 2015
VEHICLE HAS THE SMELL OF FUEL. THE 2001-2005 MODELS HAVE A RECALL FOR THIS SAME ISSUE BECAUSE OF THE PLASTIC ON THE FUEL PUMP FLANGE CRACKING. MANY OWNERS OF THE 2000 MODELS ARE REPORTING THIS ISSUE. THE FUEL PUMP IS THE SAME USED ON THE 2000 YEAR MODEL AS THE 2001-2005 SO THE 2000 SHOULD BE PART OF... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Nov 7, 2015
Incident date: Nov 2, 2015
I WAS DRIVING AND MY CAR LIGHTS AND ALL THE ELECTRONIC STOP WORKING AND TURN OFF
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Nov 7, 2015
Incident date: Nov 2, 2015
I WAS DRIVING AND MY CAR LIGHTS AND ALL THE ELECTRONIC STOP WORKING AND TURN OFF
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Nov 7, 2015
Incident date: Nov 2, 2015
I WAS DRIVING AND MY CAR LIGHTS AND ALL THE ELECTRONIC STOP WORKING AND TURN OFF
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Oct 14, 2015
Incident date: Jun 10, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 VOLVO S80. THE CONTACT NOTICED A FUEL ODOR NEAR THE REAR SEAT OF THE VEHICLE AND THE FUEL GAUGE INDICATOR DRASTICALLY DECREASED. THE CONTACT DISCOVERED AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF FUEL LEAKING ON THE GROUND NEAR THE REAR SIDE OF THE VEHICLE UNDER THE FUEL TANK. THE VEHICLE WAS... Read more
SEAT BELTS Mar 27, 2015
Incident date: Mar 27, 2015
MY DRIVER SEAT BELT JUST LOCKED UP AND I AM UNABLE TO GET IT TO RELEASE. ALL OF THE HOUSING INSIDE CAR APPEARS TO BE CRACKING. I HAVE HAD THE TWO FRONT WINDOWS REPAIRED OVER AND OVER AGAIN. AND NOW I CAN'T EVEN LET MY FRONT WINDOWS DOWN. I HAVE ALSO PAID TO HAVE THE THROTTLE BODY REPAIRED. NOT TO ME... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Mar 27, 2015
Incident date: Mar 27, 2015
MY DRIVER SEAT BELT JUST LOCKED UP AND I AM UNABLE TO GET IT TO RELEASE. ALL OF THE HOUSING INSIDE CAR APPEARS TO BE CRACKING. I HAVE HAD THE TWO FRONT WINDOWS REPAIRED OVER AND OVER AGAIN. AND NOW I CAN'T EVEN LET MY FRONT WINDOWS DOWN. I HAVE ALSO PAID TO HAVE THE THROTTLE BODY REPAIRED. NOT TO ME... Read more
VISIBILITY Mar 27, 2015
Incident date: Mar 27, 2015
MY DRIVER SEAT BELT JUST LOCKED UP AND I AM UNABLE TO GET IT TO RELEASE. ALL OF THE HOUSING INSIDE CAR APPEARS TO BE CRACKING. I HAVE HAD THE TWO FRONT WINDOWS REPAIRED OVER AND OVER AGAIN. AND NOW I CAN'T EVEN LET MY FRONT WINDOWS DOWN. I HAVE ALSO PAID TO HAVE THE THROTTLE BODY REPAIRED. NOT TO ME... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Oct 14, 2014
Incident date: Oct 6, 2014
WITHIN THE PAST FEW DAYS, I'VE GOTTEN MANY COMPLAINTS ABOUT THE FOUL SMELL OF GASOLINE LINGERING ON MY VEHICLE. SURE ENOUGH, I TAKE IT TO A MECHANIC AND THE FUEL PUMP IS VISIBLY MOIST ON THE EXTERIOR FROM AN OBVIOUS FUEL LEAKAGE. I RESEARCHED "VOLVO S80 FUEL PUMP" AND FOUND A RECALL IS IN PLACE. THE... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Sep 19, 2014
Incident date: Aug 15, 2014
COMPONENT: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP THERE IS A STRONG SMELL OF RAW GASOLINE BOTH INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE. GASOLINE IS DRIPPING FROM THE FUEL SYSTEM DIRECTLY BELOW THE POSITION OF THE FUEL PUMP. THE VEHICLE IS REGISTERED IN SARASOTA, FLORIDA, A WARM WEATHER CLIMATE. ALL IN... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP Sep 19, 2014
Incident date: Aug 15, 2014
COMPONENT: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP THERE IS A STRONG SMELL OF RAW GASOLINE BOTH INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE. GASOLINE IS DRIPPING FROM THE FUEL SYSTEM DIRECTLY BELOW THE POSITION OF THE FUEL PUMP. THE VEHICLE IS REGISTERED IN SARASOTA, FLORIDA, A WARM WEATHER CLIMATE. ALL IN... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Aug 27, 2014
Incident date: Jun 10, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 VOLVO S80. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SMELL OF FUEL. THE FAILURE RECURRED MULTIPLE TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE FUEL PUMP NEED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT RE... Read more
ENGINE Aug 21, 2014
Incident date: Jul 1, 2009
WHILE STOPPING OR TURNING AT LOW SPEEDS THE CARS IDLE SPEED WILL FLUCTUATE FROM A COMPLETE STOP UP TO 1100 RPMS. MOST OF THE TIME BETWEEN 500 & 1100 RPMS ! WHEN THE CAR STOPS RUNNING WHILE I AM TRYING TO TURN A CORNER , THE POWER STEERING OF COARSE DOES NOT WORK AND ITS HARD TO STEER IT. I DID TAKE ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Aug 21, 2014
Incident date: Jul 1, 2009
WHILE STOPPING OR TURNING AT LOW SPEEDS THE CARS IDLE SPEED WILL FLUCTUATE FROM A COMPLETE STOP UP TO 1100 RPMS. MOST OF THE TIME BETWEEN 500 & 1100 RPMS ! WHEN THE CAR STOPS RUNNING WHILE I AM TRYING TO TURN A CORNER , THE POWER STEERING OF COARSE DOES NOT WORK AND ITS HARD TO STEER IT. I DID TAKE ... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Aug 21, 2014
Incident date: Jul 1, 2009
WHILE STOPPING OR TURNING AT LOW SPEEDS THE CARS IDLE SPEED WILL FLUCTUATE FROM A COMPLETE STOP UP TO 1100 RPMS. MOST OF THE TIME BETWEEN 500 & 1100 RPMS ! WHEN THE CAR STOPS RUNNING WHILE I AM TRYING TO TURN A CORNER , THE POWER STEERING OF COARSE DOES NOT WORK AND ITS HARD TO STEER IT. I DID TAKE ... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP Jul 23, 2014
Incident date: Jun 8, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 VOLVO S80. THE CONTACT NOTICED A FUEL ODOR INSIDE THE VEHICLE AND THE FUEL GAUGE INDICATOR HAD DRASTICALLY DECREASED. THE CONTACT DISCOVERED AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF FUEL LEAKING ON THE GROUND NEAR THE PASSENGER SIDE REAR TIRE DIRECTLY UNDER THE FUEL TANK. THE VEHICLE WAS T... Read more
ENGINE Jun 6, 2014
Incident date: Jun 2, 2005
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 VOLVO S80. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STALLED. THE CONTACT INDICATED THAT THE DEFECT HAD OCCURRED MULTIPLE TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE PROBLEM. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFI... Read more
ENGINE Dec 30, 2013
Incident date: Dec 24, 2013
AS I WAS DRIVING I HEARD A BANG AND SAW SMOKE COMING FROM UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND THE PASSENGER SEAT AND QUICKLY FIRE SPREADING THROUGHOUT THE BACK OF THE VEHICLE. THE REAR WINDOW BLEW OUT. THE CAR WOULD NOT STOP AS I DROVE THE VEHICLE OFF THE STREET. I HAD TO THROW MYSELF OUT OF THE VEHICLE. THE E... Read more
Fire 1 injured
STRUCTURE:BODY Dec 30, 2013
Incident date: Dec 24, 2013
AS I WAS DRIVING I HEARD A BANG AND SAW SMOKE COMING FROM UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND THE PASSENGER SEAT AND QUICKLY FIRE SPREADING THROUGHOUT THE BACK OF THE VEHICLE. THE REAR WINDOW BLEW OUT. THE CAR WOULD NOT STOP AS I DROVE THE VEHICLE OFF THE STREET. I HAD TO THROW MYSELF OUT OF THE VEHICLE. THE E... Read more
Fire 1 injured
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Aug 14, 2013
Incident date: Aug 14, 2013
THIS CAR BEEN PARKED SINCE MID MAY 2012 WITH 2 PROBLEMS, CVVT & INLET HOSES. I HAD THE BATTERY CHARGED & THE INLET HOSE FIX, SO IT COULD GO INTO THE SHOP FOR INSPECTION. AUG.13 I PUT THE PLATES ON IT & DROVE IT FOR THE 1ST TIME AT NIGHT TO DROP IT OFF AT THE SHOP FOR INSPECTION. WHICH I HAD SPOK... Read more
AIR BAGS Mar 1, 2013
Incident date: Dec 1, 2010
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 VOLVO S80. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER PARKING THE VEHICLE AND EXITING, THE DRIVER'S SIDE, PASSENGER'S SIDE AND THE CURTAIN AIR BAGS DEPLOYED INADVERTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS BUT THE TECHNICIANS COULD NOT DETERMINE A CAUSE FOR THE FAILURE. ... Read more
AIR BAGS Oct 26, 2012
Incident date: Sep 17, 2012
I CHANGED THE BATTERY AND THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT WENT ON. WENT TO VOLVO DEALER AND WAS TOLD THAT CONTROL MODULE IS DEAD AND IT COST ME $900 TO REPLACE AIR BAG CONTROL MODULE. *TR
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Oct 25, 2012
Incident date: Oct 24, 2012
WHILE DRIVING MY 2000 VOLVO S80 ABOUT 20-25MPH ALL THE SUDDEN LOST POWER TO ALL MY GAUGES, DASHBOARD LIGHTS, POWER WINDOWS, & POWER LOCKS. THE RADIO WAS THE ONLY DEVICE THAT WAS WORKING. THE FOLLOWING MESSAGE WAS DISPLAYED SRS-AIRBAG SERVICE URGENT. I HAVE NOTICED A DIFFERENCE ON MY BRAKE PEDAL THAT... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Oct 25, 2012
Incident date: Oct 24, 2012
WHILE DRIVING MY 2000 VOLVO S80 ABOUT 20-25MPH ALL THE SUDDEN LOST POWER TO ALL MY GAUGES, DASHBOARD LIGHTS, POWER WINDOWS, & POWER LOCKS. THE RADIO WAS THE ONLY DEVICE THAT WAS WORKING. THE FOLLOWING MESSAGE WAS DISPLAYED SRS-AIRBAG SERVICE URGENT. I HAVE NOTICED A DIFFERENCE ON MY BRAKE PEDAL THAT... Read more
AIR BAGS Oct 25, 2012
Incident date: Oct 24, 2012
WHILE DRIVING MY 2000 VOLVO S80 ABOUT 20-25MPH ALL THE SUDDEN LOST POWER TO ALL MY GAUGES, DASHBOARD LIGHTS, POWER WINDOWS, & POWER LOCKS. THE RADIO WAS THE ONLY DEVICE THAT WAS WORKING. THE FOLLOWING MESSAGE WAS DISPLAYED SRS-AIRBAG SERVICE URGENT. I HAVE NOTICED A DIFFERENCE ON MY BRAKE PEDAL THAT... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Sep 6, 2012
Incident date: Sep 15, 2010
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 VOLVO S80. THE CONTACT STATED THAT FUEL FUMES WERE EMITTED INTO THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL PUMP AND THE FUEL ASSEMBLY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED WHO DID NOT OFFER AN... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER Jun 27, 2012
Incident date: Jun 1, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 VOLVO S80. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS BEGAN WORKING ON THEIR OWN. FOR THE DURATION OF THE DRIVE, THEY KEPT TURNING ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY. THE CONTACT HAD TO PULL THE FUSE TO STOP THE FAILURE AND COMPLETE HIS TRIP. THE DEALER WA... Read more
SUSPENSION May 2, 2012
Incident date: May 1, 2012
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 VOLVO S80. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICKE BEGAN TO SHAKE WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH. THE CONTACT MANEUVERED TO THE SHOULDER AND NOTICED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S TIRE DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR A DIAGNOSIS. THE DEALER HAD YET TO DIAGNO... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Feb 29, 2012
Incident date: Mar 4, 2008
MY 2000 S80 T6 STALLS IN TRAFFIC AND LOSES POWER WHILE DRIVING. WHENEVER I STOP AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, I'LL HAVE TO STEP HARDER ON THE ACCELERATOR IN ORDER TO AVOID THE VEHICLE BEHIND ME FROM HITTING MY CAR.SOMETIMES IT JERKS SO BAD I FEEL THAT ENGINE MAY FALL OFF.THERE'S NO ENGINE LIGHT ON OR ANYTHING... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Feb 29, 2012
Incident date: Mar 4, 2008
MY 2000 S80 T6 STALLS IN TRAFFIC AND LOSES POWER WHILE DRIVING. WHENEVER I STOP AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, I'LL HAVE TO STEP HARDER ON THE ACCELERATOR IN ORDER TO AVOID THE VEHICLE BEHIND ME FROM HITTING MY CAR.SOMETIMES IT JERKS SO BAD I FEEL THAT ENGINE MAY FALL OFF.THERE'S NO ENGINE LIGHT ON OR ANYTHING... Read more
POWER TRAIN Feb 29, 2012
Incident date: Mar 4, 2008
MY 2000 S80 T6 STALLS IN TRAFFIC AND LOSES POWER WHILE DRIVING. WHENEVER I STOP AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, I'LL HAVE TO STEP HARDER ON THE ACCELERATOR IN ORDER TO AVOID THE VEHICLE BEHIND ME FROM HITTING MY CAR.SOMETIMES IT JERKS SO BAD I FEEL THAT ENGINE MAY FALL OFF.THERE'S NO ENGINE LIGHT ON OR ANYTHING... Read more
POWER TRAIN Jan 25, 2012
Incident date: Dec 12, 2011
MY 2000 S80 VOLVO HAS A DEFECTIVE THROTTLE BODY AND CAUSES MY CAR TO COMPLETELY SHUT OFF. *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Dec 26, 2011
Incident date: Dec 20, 2010
SINCE I BOUGHT MY CAR FROM THE VOLVO DEALER LAST WINTER IT HAS STALLED ON ME AT LOW RPMS IT ALSO SURGES FORWARD ALMOST CAUSING ME TO HIT CARS IN FRONT OF ME I BROUGHT IT BACK TO THEM AND THE DEALERS TOLD ME ITS NORMAL BECAUSE ITS FUEL INJECTED AND THEY WONT DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT.. THIS IS VERY DANGER... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Dec 13, 2011
Incident date: Dec 12, 2011
DRIVING ON FREEWAY AT NIGHT, EXPERIENCED A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER. ENGINE CHECK LIGHT CAME ON. FORTUNATELY COASTED TO A STOP ON AN EXIT RAMP. UPON STOPPING OBSERVED SMOKE COMING THROUGH THE EDGES OF THE HOOD. TURNED OFF THE IGNITION AND EXITED THE CAR. NOTICED A FLAME UNDER THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT... Read more
Fire
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Dec 13, 2011
Incident date: Dec 12, 2011
DRIVING ON FREEWAY AT NIGHT, EXPERIENCED A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER. ENGINE CHECK LIGHT CAME ON. FORTUNATELY COASTED TO A STOP ON AN EXIT RAMP. UPON STOPPING OBSERVED SMOKE COMING THROUGH THE EDGES OF THE HOOD. TURNED OFF THE IGNITION AND EXITED THE CAR. NOTICED A FLAME UNDER THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT... Read more
Fire
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Oct 29, 2011
Incident date: Oct 8, 2011
DRIVING IN THE CITY AND WHEN TRYING TO STOP ON A TRAFFIC LIGHT THE BRAKES BECAME HARD AND ENGINE WAS NOT RUNNING WELL. WHEN I TRIED TO DRIVE OFF IN THE GREEN LIGHT THE SPEED CONTROL OF THE GAS PEDAL WAS VERY CHAOTIC. I GOT A MESSAGE OF ENGINE SYSTEM SERVICE REQUIRED. I TOOK THE CAR TO THE LOCAL VOLV... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC Oct 29, 2011
Incident date: Oct 8, 2011
DRIVING IN THE CITY AND WHEN TRYING TO STOP ON A TRAFFIC LIGHT THE BRAKES BECAME HARD AND ENGINE WAS NOT RUNNING WELL. WHEN I TRIED TO DRIVE OFF IN THE GREEN LIGHT THE SPEED CONTROL OF THE GAS PEDAL WAS VERY CHAOTIC. I GOT A MESSAGE OF ENGINE SYSTEM SERVICE REQUIRED. I TOOK THE CAR TO THE LOCAL VOLV... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Oct 29, 2011
Incident date: Oct 8, 2011
DRIVING IN THE CITY AND WHEN TRYING TO STOP ON A TRAFFIC LIGHT THE BRAKES BECAME HARD AND ENGINE WAS NOT RUNNING WELL. WHEN I TRIED TO DRIVE OFF IN THE GREEN LIGHT THE SPEED CONTROL OF THE GAS PEDAL WAS VERY CHAOTIC. I GOT A MESSAGE OF ENGINE SYSTEM SERVICE REQUIRED. I TOOK THE CAR TO THE LOCAL VOLV... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Sep 4, 2011
Incident date: Sep 3, 2011
I WAS DRIVING ALONG A BUSY STREET, WHEN I CAME TO A STOP SIGN THE BRAKES WHERE HARD TO PUSH, WHEN I FINALLY STOPPED THE CAR, YOU COULD STILL FILL THE CAR TRYING TO MOVE FORWARD I TOOK MY FOOT OF THE BRAKES AND THE CAR SPED UP ON IT'S ON REACHING CLOSE TO 40 MPH AGAIN I WAS BARELY ABLE TO STOP THE C... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC Sep 4, 2011
Incident date: Sep 3, 2011
I WAS DRIVING ALONG A BUSY STREET, WHEN I CAME TO A STOP SIGN THE BRAKES WHERE HARD TO PUSH, WHEN I FINALLY STOPPED THE CAR, YOU COULD STILL FILL THE CAR TRYING TO MOVE FORWARD I TOOK MY FOOT OF THE BRAKES AND THE CAR SPED UP ON IT'S ON REACHING CLOSE TO 40 MPH AGAIN I WAS BARELY ABLE TO STOP THE C... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Sep 4, 2011
Incident date: Sep 3, 2011
I WAS DRIVING ALONG A BUSY STREET, WHEN I CAME TO A STOP SIGN THE BRAKES WHERE HARD TO PUSH, WHEN I FINALLY STOPPED THE CAR, YOU COULD STILL FILL THE CAR TRYING TO MOVE FORWARD I TOOK MY FOOT OF THE BRAKES AND THE CAR SPED UP ON IT'S ON REACHING CLOSE TO 40 MPH AGAIN I WAS BARELY ABLE TO STOP THE C... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Jul 18, 2011
Incident date: Jun 12, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 VOLVO S80. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, SHE BEGAN TO SMELL AN ODOR OF FUEL INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS STOPPED AND THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT FUEL WAS LEAKING THROUGH CRACKS IN THE FUEL PUMP, TRAVELING UP TO THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT. THE VEHICLE WAS... Read more
STEERING Jul 16, 2011
Incident date: Jul 11, 2011
2000 S80 VOLVO ON HIGHWAY GOING STRAIGHT. 60 MILES AN HR. STEERING WHEEL TURNS RADICALLY TO LEFT. LOOSE CONTROL OF CAR. STEERING WHEEL IS LOCKED. MAC TRUCK DRIVER SAID THAT HE HEARD A LOUD SOUND OUT OF CAR. HE HEARD IT BEFORE HE SAW IT. AFTER BOUNCING OFF TRUCK AND HITTING RAILING. CAR FINA... Read more
Crash
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Jun 22, 2011
Incident date: Jun 20, 2011
ON WINDING DOWNHILL ROAD (1500 FT. DROP IN 2 MILES) CAR WENT FROM 45 TO NON-OPTIONAL 20 MPH DUE TO FAILURE THROTTLE BODY. PART KNOW TO SUDDENLY FAIL WAS SUBJECT OF LAWSUIT ABOUT 2005 WHICH SETTLED IN LIMITED TIME FREE REPLACEMENT NOW EXPIRED. SHOULD HAVE BEEN A RECALL AS NOW PERMITS SAFETY ISSUE TO ... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Jun 22, 2011
Incident date: Jun 20, 2011
ON WINDING DOWNHILL ROAD (1500 FT. DROP IN 2 MILES) CAR WENT FROM 45 TO NON-OPTIONAL 20 MPH DUE TO FAILURE THROTTLE BODY. PART KNOW TO SUDDENLY FAIL WAS SUBJECT OF LAWSUIT ABOUT 2005 WHICH SETTLED IN LIMITED TIME FREE REPLACEMENT NOW EXPIRED. SHOULD HAVE BEEN A RECALL AS NOW PERMITS SAFETY ISSUE TO ... Read more

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EPA Fuel Economy, 2000 VOLVO S80

Trim / Engine City MPG Highway MPG Combined MPG Fuel Type Annual Fuel Cost
2.8L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) 16.0 23.0 18.0 Premium $4,200
2.9L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) 16.0 24.0 19.0 Premium $4,000

CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Midsize Cars)

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2000 VOLVO S80

294 manufacturer communications from 162 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT49
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL46
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM31
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE24
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY19
200000 WHEELS13
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER8
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)7
26745.13.14 Jan 12, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a Technical Journal: 12V Battery Testing Method
C00009 Jul 21, 2023
252100 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
COMPLIMENTARY UPGRADE C00009 DESCRIPTION.
C00009 Jul 21, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
COMPLIMENTARY UPGRADE C00009 DESCRIPTION.
TJ3656330 Jun 12, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Rubber cushion
Special Tools Bu May 12, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The Deutronic DBL-1200 is an advanced battery maintainer/charger with the flexibility to be updated as products and repair methods evolve.
Service Manager May 6, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ICUP/Google Built-In Diagnostic Operations
Service Manager May 6, 2022
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
ICUP/Google Built-In Diagnostic Operations
356EN01 Feb 9, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
VIDA QR Scanner Mobile App
Service Manager Feb 3, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Shipping and Handling of Volvo Lithium-ion 48V Mild Hybrid Battery to Global Battery Solutions (GBS)
Service Manager Feb 3, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Shipping and Handling of Volvo Lithium-ion 48V Mild Hybrid Battery to Global Battery Solutions (GBS)
SMB00-288-2021-0 Feb 19, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Volvo?s Warranty Department tracks Retailer warranty spending by utilizing the Warranty Retailer Counseling Process (WRCP). The WRCP is used to gauge individual retailer performance on objective measures over time. By setting clear performa
ST-001-2020-09-1 Sep 18, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
ST-001-2020-09-1 Sep 18, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
SMB00-006-2020-0 Aug 5, 2020
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Service 2.0 Software & Total Upgrade Reminder
SMB31-001-2020-0 Jul 14, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Volvo Lithium-ion Hybrid Battery Packs shipping and handling to Volvo Reman
SMB31-001-2020-0 Jul 3, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Volvo Lithium-ion Hybrid Battery Packs shipping and handling to Volvo Reman
ST-001-2020-06-2 Jul 2, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
TJ26745.13.5-202 Jun 24, 2020
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Effective immediately, all 12V batteries may be tested using the hand held battery tester 9513030 (BT3300). The VIDA test is still available but no longer required. For battery replacements under warranty, the code generated by the BT3300 m
Service Manager Jun 23, 2020
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Battery Charger/maintainer requirement
Service Manager Jun 23, 2020
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Battery Charger/maintainer requirement
SMB00-013-2020-0 Jun 17, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Service Manager Bulletin: Vehicle Type and Platform Information
SMB00-006-2020-0 Mar 31, 2020
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Service 2.0 Software & Total Upgrade Reminder
ST-001-2020-01-2 Jan 30, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
SMB00-325-2019-1 Dec 1, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Service Manager Bulletin TITLE : Service Action Notification Re - Mails GROUP : NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : Product Safety & Compliance United States and Canada 00 325 REFERENCE BULLETINS : DATE : SMB00 - 323 and SMB00 - 323A YEA
SMB00-325-2019-1 Dec 1, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service Manager Bulletin TITLE : Service Action Notification Re - Mails GROUP : NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : Product Safety & Compliance United States and Canada 00 325 REFERENCE BULLETINS : DATE : SMB00 - 323 and SMB00 - 323A YEA
TJ31946.1.2-2019 Nov 19, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a Technical Journal: Swapping control modules from vehicle to vehicle for diagnostics should be avoided. Swapping control modules may result in consequential damage to the swapped control module and in certain cases several other co
TJ31946.1.1-2019 Nov 14, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a Technical Journal: Swapping control modules from vehicle to vehicle for diagnostics should be avoided. Swapping control modules may result in consequential damage to the swapped control module and in certain cases several other co
SMB00-006-2019-1 Nov 9, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Software Installation Policy changes.
TJ26745.13.1-201 Nov 9, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Effective immediately, all 12V batteries may be tested using the hand held battery tester 9513030 (BT3300). The VIDA test is still available but no longer required. For battery replacements under warranty, the code generated by the BT3300 m
SMB00-438-2019-1 Nov 9, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Technician Skillset Requirments
TJ31543.9.0-2019 Nov 6, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a Technical Journal: This Journal is a guide for performing Software Downloads. Service: *See guide updated Oct. 12, 2016 for relevant P5/SPA Software Download information: P5_SPA_SW_Guide.pdf See VIDA Software tab for all other veh
ST-001-2019-10-1 Oct 17, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
TJ21965.7.0-2019 Oct 16, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This is a Technical Journal: Oil in cooling system. New cleaning method developed.
SMB00 438 2019-0 Aug 23, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Technician Skillset Requirments
SMB00 108 2019-0 Aug 15, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Retailers should only use a Volvo part number on claims for items purchased directly from Volvo. Failure to follow this policy will result in claim adjustments. Warranty reimbursement rates and quantity limits for the parts listed, with the
SMB00 108C 2019- Aug 15, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Retailers should only use a Volvo part number on claims for items purchased directly from Volvo. Failure to follow this policy will result in claim adjustments. Warranty reimbursement rates and quantity limits for the parts listed, with the
SMB00 006 2019-0 Aug 12, 2019
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Software Installation Policy changes.
SMB84 001 2019-0 Aug 3, 2019
131000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Windshield replacement products.
SPJ34864 2 0-201 Jun 5, 2019
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This is a Service Product Journal: Information Notice. We process the personal data that you provide in connection with the creation of your VIDA account. The purpose of our processing is to administer your VIDA account (from registration t
TJ26745.13.3-201 Mar 8, 2019
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Effective immediately, all 12V batteries may be tested using the hand held battery tester 9513030 (BT3300). The VIDA test is still available but no longer required. For battery replacements under warranty, the code generated by the BT3300 m
TJ26745.13.1-201 Feb 23, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Effective immediately, all 12V batteries may be tested using the hand held battery tester 9513030 (BT3300). The VIDA test is still available but no longer required. For battery replacements under warranty, the code generated by the BT3300 m
ST-231-2019-02-1 Feb 16, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This is a Special Tool Bulletin: Newsletter 81 Mandatory Tools
ST-231-2019-02-1 Feb 16, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Special Tool Bulletin: Newsletter 81 Mandatory Tools
ST-231-2019-02-1 Feb 16, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This is a Special Tool Bulletin: Newsletter 81 Mandatory Tools
ST-231-2019-02-1 Feb 16, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Special Tool Bulletin: Newsletter 81 Mandatory Tools
ST-231-2019-02-1 Feb 16, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Special Tool Bulletin: Newsletter 81 Mandatory Tools
PB00-013-2019-02 Feb 14, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Parts Bulletin: Hazmat Return Transportation Documentation and requirements
TJ28941-4-0-2019 Feb 14, 2019
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
This is a Technical Journal: When sensitive information, like vehicle speed, brake usage, etc. (customer behavoiur information) of a car is required from Volvo Car Corporation from external sources, either of these two documents should be f
TJ28941-4-0-2019 Feb 14, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Technical Journal: When sensitive information, like vehicle speed, brake usage, etc. (customer behavoiur information) of a car is required from Volvo Car Corporation from external sources, either of these two documents should be f
TJ28941-4-0-2019 Feb 14, 2019
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
This is a Technical Journal: When sensitive information, like vehicle speed, brake usage, etc. (customer behavoiur information) of a car is required from Volvo Car Corporation from external sources, either of these two documents should be f
PB00-013-2019-02 Feb 14, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Parts Bulletin: Hazmat Return Transportation Documentation and requirements
TJ28941-4-0-2019 Feb 14, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This is a Technical Journal: When sensitive information, like vehicle speed, brake usage, etc. (customer behavoiur information) of a car is required from Volvo Car Corporation from external sources, either of these two documents should be f
TJ28941-4-0-2019 Feb 14, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Technical Journal: When sensitive information, like vehicle speed, brake usage, etc. (customer behavoiur information) of a car is required from Volvo Car Corporation from external sources, either of these two documents should be f
SMB00-437-2019-0 Feb 13, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Volvo Special Tool Warranty Coverage and Claims Process
SMB00-437-2019-0 Feb 13, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Volvo Special Tool Warranty Coverage and Claims Process
SMB00-437-2019-0 Feb 13, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Volvo Special Tool Warranty Coverage and Claims Process
SMB00-437-2019-0 Feb 13, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Volvo Special Tool Warranty Coverage and Claims Process
TJ21965-5-0-2019 Feb 9, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This is a Technical Journal: Oil in cooling system. New cleaning method developed.
TJ21965-5-0-2019 Feb 9, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Technical Journal: Oil in cooling system. New cleaning method developed.
TJ21965-5-0-2019 Feb 9, 2019
062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
This is a Technical Journal: Oil in cooling system. New cleaning method developed.
TJ21965-5-0-2019 Feb 9, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This is a Technical Journal: Oil in cooling system. New cleaning method developed.
SMB00-231-2018-1 Jan 8, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
The Volvo Certified Pre-Owned (VCPO) warranty on all vehicles certified and retailed on or after 1/1/05 - 10/31/18 will be administered and paid through the Volvo warranty system.
SMB88-001A-2018- Dec 14, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat Belt Extender.
SMB88-001A-2018- Dec 14, 2018
150000 SEAT BELTS
This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat Belt Extender.
SMB88-001A-2018- Dec 14, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat Belt Extender.
SMB88-001A-2018- Dec 14, 2018
150000 SEAT BELTS
This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat Belt Extender.
SMB88-001A-2018- Dec 14, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat Belt Extender.
SMB88-001A-2018- Dec 14, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat Belt Extender.
SMB88-001A-2018- Dec 14, 2018
150000 SEAT BELTS
This bulletin is a service manager bulletin. Seat Belt Extender.
ST-001-2018-11-2 Dec 4, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
ST-001-2018-11-2 Dec 4, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
ST-001-2018-11-2 Dec 4, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
ST-001-2018-11-2 Dec 4, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
ST-002-2018-08-1 Aug 22, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Service Manager Bulletin. This bulletin is a list of equipment recommended by Volvo to it's dealer or any shop maintaining or repairing Volvo's. The equipment can be provided by Volvo's equipment supplier
ST-002-2018-08-1 Aug 22, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This is a Service Manager Bulletin. This bulletin is a list of equipment recommended by Volvo to it's dealer or any shop maintaining or repairing Volvo's. The equipment can be provided by Volvo's equipment supplier
ST-002-2018-08-1 Aug 22, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Service Manager Bulletin. This bulletin is a list of equipment recommended by Volvo to it's dealer or any shop maintaining or repairing Volvo's. The equipment can be provided by Volvo's equipment supplier
ST-227-2018-08-1 Aug 18, 2018
190000 TIRES
Road Force wheel balancing is the proper tool for diagnosing and repairing such issues and all of our retailers need to be prepared for these issues.
ST-227-2018-08-1 Aug 18, 2018
200000 WHEELS
Road Force wheel balancing is the proper tool for diagnosing and repairing such issues and all of our retailers need to be prepared for these issues.
ST-227-2018-08-1 Aug 18, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Road Force wheel balancing is the proper tool for diagnosing and repairing such issues and all of our retailers need to be prepared for these issues.
ST-227-2018-08-1 Aug 18, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Road Force wheel balancing is the proper tool for diagnosing and repairing such issues and all of our retailers need to be prepared for these issues.
ST-227-2018-08-1 Aug 18, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Road Force wheel balancing is the proper tool for diagnosing and repairing such issues and all of our retailers need to be prepared for these issues.
ST-227-2018-08-1 Aug 18, 2018
200000 WHEELS
Road Force wheel balancing is the proper tool for diagnosing and repairing such issues and all of our retailers need to be prepared for these issues.
TJ34013-1-2-2018 Aug 4, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Technical Journal: Vehicle Key Not Found
TJ34013-1-2-2018 Aug 4, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This is a Technical Journal: Vehicle Key Not Found
TJ34013-1-2-2018 Aug 4, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This is a Technical Journal: Vehicle Key Not Found
TJ34013-1-2-2018 Aug 4, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Technical Journal: Vehicle Key Not Found
ST002 Jul 18, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Service Manager Bulletin. This bulletin is a list of equipment recommended by Volvo to it's dealer or any shop maintaining or repairing Volvo's. The equipment can be provided by Volvo's equipment supplier
TJ31543 4 6-2018 May 19, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This is a Technical Journal: This Journal is a guide for performing Software Downloads. Service: *See guide updated Oct. 12, 2016 for relevant P5/SPA Software Download information: P5_SPA_SW_Guide.pdf See VIDA Software tab for all other veh
TJ31543 4 6-2018 May 19, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Technical Journal: This Journal is a guide for performing Software Downloads. Service: *See guide updated Oct. 12, 2016 for relevant P5/SPA Software Download information: P5_SPA_SW_Guide.pdf See VIDA Software tab for all other veh
TJ31543-4-6 May 16, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This is a Technical Journal: This Journal is a guide for performing Software Downloads. Service: *See guide updated Oct. 12, 2016 for relevant P5/SPA Software Download information: P5_SPA_SW_Guide.pdf See VIDA Software tab for all other veh
TJ31543-4-6 May 16, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Technical Journal: This Journal is a guide for performing Software Downloads. Service: *See guide updated Oct. 12, 2016 for relevant P5/SPA Software Download information: P5_SPA_SW_Guide.pdf See VIDA Software tab for all other veh
SMB00-071-2018-0 May 11, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Description of Goodwill Policy and Guidelines.
SMB00-071 May 4, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Description of Goodwill Policy and Guidelines.
TJ19245114 May 1, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
VOLVO CARS SERVICE AND PARTS BUSINESS Technical Journal TITLE : Vehicle type and platform identification REF NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : United States and Canada TJ 19245 Technical Service PARTNER : ISSUE DATE : 3 US 7510 Volvo C
TJ19245114 May 1, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
VOLVO CARS SERVICE AND PARTS BUSINESS Technical Journal TITLE : Vehicle type and platform identification REF NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : United States and Canada TJ 19245 Technical Service PARTNER : ISSUE DATE : 3 US 7510 Volvo C
TJ19245114 May 1, 2018
160000 STRUCTURE
VOLVO CARS SERVICE AND PARTS BUSINESS Technical Journal TITLE : Vehicle type and platform identification REF NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : United States and Canada TJ 19245 Technical Service PARTNER : ISSUE DATE : 3 US 7510 Volvo C
PB77-017-2018-03 Mar 29, 2018
200000 WHEELS
This is a Parts Bulletin: Wheel Cross Reference, used to assist in identifying the correct spare replacement wheel, by stamping, name and size.
SMB00-006C-2018- Mar 29, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Software Installation Policy changes - Canada
PB77-017-2018-03 Mar 29, 2018
200000 WHEELS
This is a Parts Bulletin: Wheel Cross Reference, used to assist in identifying the correct spare replacement wheel, by stamping, name and size.
SMB00-006C-2018- Mar 29, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Software Installation Policy changes - Canada

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VOLVO S80 - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the VOLVO S80 across all model years (1999, 2016).

81 Total Recalls
1,321 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
63 Reported Crashes
30 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

VOLVO S80 - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2016 2 7 View
2015 2 12 View
2014 1 1 View
2013 3 8 View
2012 3 11 View
2011 4 8 View
2010 5 36 View
2009 5 20 View
2008 7 37 View
2007 5 32 View
2006 4 22 View
2005 6 26 View
2004 5 63 View
2003 6 30 View
2002 5 59 View
2001 8 218 View
2000 (current) 5 442
1999 5 288 View

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VN 125 150 View
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