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2007 Volvo S80 problems

Light NHTSA footprint — 24 owner complaints and 5 active recall campaigns. Either a clean record or thin data; we'll show what's there.

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The 2007 Volvo S80 has 24 NHTSA owner complaints and 5 recalls on file (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). The most-reported system is body at 5 complaints, typically surfacing around 201,000 miles (~$1,500 to repair). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.

Volvo S80 owner complaints by model year
Model yearOwner complaintsRecalls
2005 S80 15 6
2006 S80 12 4
2007 S80 (this page) 24 5
2008 S80 25 7
2009 S80 16 5
2010 S80 27 5
2007 Volvo S80
Photo: OWS Photography / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 4.0 · representative photo of the Volvo S80
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Reliability score
7.6 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Should you avoid this 2007 S80?
Acceptable — with caveats

Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy.

Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.

Buying a used 2007 Volvo S80? Check these first

Here's what this model is known to do — so you can inspect for it, price it in, or make the seller fix it before you sign.

What to inspect on this specific car

Recalls to confirm are done

Run the VIN from the listing — 5 active recalls on this model. Recall repairs are always free.

Verdict for buyers: 7.6/10 model. The priciest documented failure is engine (~$3,100) — get the seller's service records for it or inspect closely. Otherwise an average-risk used buy at a fair price.

We tell you what this model is known for and what to inspect — a vehicle-history report tells you what this exact car has been through. Smart buyers get both.

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Top trouble spots 5 categories with 3+ complaints

body
5 reports · fails ~201,000 mi · avg $1,500
moderate
steering
4 reports · fails ~104,333 mi · avg $700
moderate
electrical
3 reports · fails ~90,000 mi · avg $850
moderate
engine
3 reports · avg $3,100
moderate
visibility
3 reports · fails ~95,000 mi · avg $350
moderate
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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2007 S80 · engine
This car really has a bad transmission problem and it jerks soo bad it been doing that for a long time
2007 S80 · engine
Oil leaking from hole or cracked engine alot of oil dripping in the exaust pipes very danger situation
2007 S80 · steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Volvo s80. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, she heard a loud abnormal noise coming from the front of the vehicle and the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver. The vehicle was taken to a dealer but was unable to be diagnosed.…
12/23/2015 · at 90,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #10811879.0 · see steering pattern →
2007 S80 · steering
This car leak oil every where the valve cover gasket break down because of the por cooling system design and the power steering pump spray oil every where the oil gets burn in the exaust
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Active recalls showing 3 of 5

severe NHTSA 20V378000 June 30, 2020

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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.
severe NHTSA 11V378000 July 26, 2011

Volvo is recalling certain model year 2007 s80 passenger cars manufactured from march 8, 2006, through may 16, 2007

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.
severe NHTSA 10V566000 November 8, 2010

Volvo is recalling certain vehicles equipped with garmin 760 portable global positioning system (GPS) units because the batteries on those units may overheat

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.
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Common questions

Is the 2007 Volvo S80 reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.6 out of 10 based on 24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 Volvo S80 is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

Should you avoid the 2007 Volvo S80?

The 2007 Volvo S80 is acceptable, with specific caveats. Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy. The record behind that call: Reliability score 7.6/10 — above the segment average; 5 recall campaigns on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.

What should I check before buying a used 2007 Volvo S80?

Inspect the body first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 5 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 201,000 miles. Average repair cost runs about $1,500 at an independent shop. Also confirm any open recalls have been completed by running the VIN, and ask for service records covering the problem areas listed above.

Is the 2007 Volvo S80 a good used car to buy?

It scores 7.6 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 24 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is body. Typical failure occurs around 201,000 miles. Priced fairly and clean on inspection, it's a reasonable used buy. Our data covers what this model is known for — pair it with a vehicle-history report on the VIN to see what that specific car has been through.

What's the most common problem on the 2007 Volvo S80?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is body, with 5 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 201,000 miles. Average repair cost runs about $1,500 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The body is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,500 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 201,000 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Volvo S80 has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2007 Volvo S80?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 24 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,500, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 5 days ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2007/Volvo/S80. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Volvo. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you purchase through them.
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