Volvo S80 Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability Report
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported injuries, and worst problem areas. Data sourced from federal safety databases and updated daily.
Own a Volvo S80? Check your specific VIN for a full history report.
Volvo S80 — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Worst Component | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 2 | 6 | 0 | ENGINE | Full report → |
| 2015 | 2 | 7 | 1 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER,LANE DEPARTURE,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | Full report → |
| 2014Best | 1 | 1 | 0 | POWER TRAIN | Full report → |
| 2013Worst | 3 | 8 | 4 | STRUCTURE | Full report → |
| 2012 | 3 | 8 | 1 | AIR BAGS,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SEATS | Full report → |
| 2011 | 4 | 5 | 2 | POWER TRAIN,ENGINE | Full report → |
Most Common S80 Problems
Based on 35 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across recent model years.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Volvo S80 Reliability
What year S80 has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2013 Volvo S80 had the highest combined complaint and recall count among recent model years — 8 complaints and 3 safety recalls. See the full 2013 report for details on specific defects.
Is the Volvo S80 reliable?
The Volvo S80 has accumulated 35 owner-filed complaints and 15 safety recalls across recent model years in NHTSA's national database. The 2014 model year stands out as having the fewest reported issues in recent data. Reliability varies significantly by year and individual vehicle history — always run a VIN check before purchasing any used S80.
What are the most common S80 problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas for the Volvo S80 across recent model years are: ENGINE (5 reports), UNKNOWN OR OTHER (4 reports), WHEELS (3 reports), STRUCTURE (3 reports). These are based on NHTSA complaints submitted directly by vehicle owners.
How do I check if my S80 has an open recall?
You can check for open recalls on any Volvo S80 using the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with accident history, odometer records, and other key information. Recalls on this page are model-level — a VIN check will confirm whether your specific vehicle's recall was remedied.
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