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ProblemsByVinFile / 2010-VOLVO-S80NHTSA data synced 1 hour ago
2010 · Volvo
Volvo S80 problems
Light NHTSA footprint — 27 owner complaints and 3 active recall campaigns. Either a clean record or thin data; we'll show what's there.
Reliability score
8.0 / 10
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
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Critical
2
Severe
1
Moderate
Should you avoid this 2010 S80?
Acceptable — with caveats
Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy.
Reliability score 8.0/10 — above the segment average
3 recall campaigns on file
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 2010 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
body — 4 owner reports
· tends to show around 89,500 mi · ~$1,500 to fix
visibility — 4 owner reports
· tends to show around 130,500 mi · ~$350 to fix
airbags — 3 owner reports
· tends to show around 30,800 mi · ~$1,100 to fix
electrical — 3 owner reports
· ~$850 to fix
⚠ The one to take seriously: airbags is flagged
severe on this model
, showing up around 30,800 mi.
Inspect it closely on a test drive.
Recalls to confirm are done
Run the VIN from the listing — 3 active recalls on this model. Recall repairs are always free.
Verdict for buyers: 8.0/10 model. The priciest documented failure is
body (~$1,500) — 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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What owners are saying
recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
2010 S80· wheels
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Volvo s80. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH, both front and rear passenger side tires exploded. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact was advised that the front and rear passenger side rims were bent and causing the tires…
Tl*the contact owns a 2010 Volvo s80. The contact stated that while stopping at an intersection and trying to accelerate, the vehicle suddenly stalled and would not move. Once the vehicle was started, it suddenly stalled again halfway through the intersection; the engine revved…
Driving on city street at about 30-35 MPH. As I approached intersection I took foot off accelerator pedal and stepped on brake pedal to slow down and stop at intersection. As I stepped on brake pedal, I could hear engine start accelerating and car wouldn't stop. I noticed…
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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.
Volvo is recalling my 2008-2010 s80, model year 2009-2010 xc70 and model year 2010 xc60 vehicles
If the vehicle stalls in certain conditions, a crash could occur.
Fix: Dealers will download software to the vehicles' cem free of charge. The recall began on september 30, 2009. Vehicles in dealer's inventory will be repaired prior to delivery. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
Volvo is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 s80 vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no
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 .
Common questions
Is the 2010 Volvo S80 reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.0 out of 10 based on 27 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2010 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 2010 Volvo S80?
The 2010 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 8.0/10 — above the segment average; 3 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 2010 Volvo S80?
Inspect the body first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 4 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 89,500 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 2010 Volvo S80 a good used car to buy?
It scores 8.0 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 27 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is body. Typical failure occurs around 89,500 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 2010 Volvo S80?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is body, with 4 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 89,500 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 89,500 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 2010 Volvo S80?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 27 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.
Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database, last synced 1 hour ago. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2010/Volvo/S80.
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