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ProblemsByVin File / 2008-VOLVO-S80
2008 · Volvo

Volvo S80 problems

2 safety recalls. 25 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
8.0 / 10

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

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Top trouble spots 3 categories with 3+ complaints

electrical
3 reports · avg $850
moderate
seatbelts
3 reports · avg $500
severe
visibility
3 reports · avg $350
moderate
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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2008 S80 · visibility
THIS IS MY SECOND DEFECTIVE REAR-VIEW MIRROR WITHIN ONE YEAR. THIS COMPUTER AUTO-DARKENING MIRROR AGAIN HAS PERMANENT BLACK LINES AFFECTING VIEWING AND THE DEALER AND VOLVO COMPANY CLAIM THE WARRANTY IS 3 MONTHS. EVENING USE IS UNSAFE DUE TO THE INABILITY OF THE MIRROR TO…
12/28/2012 · NHTSA ODI #10490382.0
2008 S80 · suspension
The subframe is rotting prematurely and this issue is only present on the v8 equipped models. Cars in very good shape but the subframe is almost rotted totally through above the exhaust. Due to the poor layout of the exhaust which causes the paint on the welds to flake off and…
10/14/2021 · NHTSA ODI #11436848.0
2008 S80 · electrical
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 VOLVO S80. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WINDSHIELD WIPER ACTIVATED INDEPENDENTLY BEFORE FAILING COMPLETELY. THE DEALER INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND RECOMMENDED REPLACING AND REPROGRAMMING THE BATTERY. THE BATTERY WAS REPLACED BUT WAS NOT REPROGRAMMED. THE…
09/07/2012 · NHTSA ODI #10474236.0
2008 S80 · engine
THIS 2008 VOLVO S80 HAS ALREADY HAD THE COOLING FAN CONTROL MODULE REPLACED THROUGH A RECALL.THE COOLING FAN STOPPED WORKING AGAIN CAUSING MY CAR TO OVERHEAT AND AIR CONDITIONER TO STOP WORKING. I CALLED CORPORATE AND THEY SAID THAT THEY ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE EVEN THOUGH IT IS THE…
08/29/2013 · NHTSA ODI #10537976.0

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Active recalls showing 2 of 2

severe NHTSA 09V139000 29/04/2009

VOLVO IS RECALLING 12,303 MY 2007-2008 S80 AND V70 VEHICLES

OPERATING A MOTOR VEHICLE DURING INCLEMENT WEATHER CONDITIONS WITHOUT FUNCTIONING WINDSHIELD WIPERS CAN INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE CEM AND UPGRADE THE SOFTWARE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 15, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO CUSTOMER CARE CENTER AT 1-800-458-1552, OR CUSTOMERCARE@VOLVOFORLIFE.COM.
severe NHTSA 08V206000 06/05/2008

VOLVO IS RECALLING 102 MY 2008 XC90 AND S80 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH V8 ENGINES

THE ALUMINUM BRACKET FOR THE ENGINE MOUNT COULD BREAK DUE TO LACK OF ADEQUATE CLAMPING FORCE. THIS COULD CAUSE THE ENGINE TO COME IN CONTACT WITH THE SUB-FRAME, ULTIMATELY RESULTING IN A REDUCED ENGINE TORQUE OR STALLING OF THE ENGINE WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE ENGINE MOUNT BOLTS FOR SPECIFIC MARKINGS. IF ANY OF THE BOLTS CONTAIN THE INCORRECT MARKINGS, THE BRACKET AND BOLTS WILL BE REPLACED. ALL OWNERS HAVE BEEN CONTACTED AND ARRANGEMENTS HAVE BEEN MADE TO REPAIR THESE VEHICLES.

Common questions

Is the 2008 Volvo S80 reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.0 out of 10 based on 25 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2008 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.

What's the most common problem on the 2008 Volvo S80?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is electrical, with 3 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The electrical is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. 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 2008 Volvo S80?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 25 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $850, 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 aren't always better value.

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