KnownCarProblems2008 Volvo S80 Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 26 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Volvo S80, most often about the fuel system (27% of complaints, typically around 58,500 miles). It is 7th of 17 S80 model years by number of complaints and has 7 recalls.
Most common 2008 Volvo S80 problems
Fuel system
7 complaints · 27%Half of these problems showed up before 58,500 miles.
While turning into a parking space from the lane of a parking lot, with my foot on the brake, my Volvo S80 accelerated so powerfully it could be heard yards away. I applied the brake harder but the car wouldn't stop and surged over a wheel stop, it was still surging so I started pumping the brake, the car finally…
While pulling into a parking space from the driving lane of a parking lot, my Volvo had a surge of power that could not be controlled/stopped by applying the brakes. I was barely in motion with my foot on the brake when we (my mother, sister, and I) heard the engine roar and the car surged forward. I applied more…
Electrical
5 complaints · 19%Half of these problems showed up before 65,000 miles. Parts named most often: ignition.
The contact owns a 2008 Volvo S80. The contact noticed that the engine cooling system warning indicator illuminated and the air conditioning performance reduced while at a traffic light. The failure occurred multiple times. The contact also stated that the vehicle would not start when the key was inserted into the…
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 failure was not corrected. The manufacturer…
Visibility and wipers
4 complaints · 15%Parts named most often: sun/moon roof assembly, rearview mirrors/devices.
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 failure was not corrected. The manufacturer…
The contact owns a 2008 Volvo S80. The contact stated that there was water leaking into the vehicle from the sunroof. As a result, there was water damage to the front and rear floorboards and mold was present. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage…
Other or unspecified
4 complaints · 15%I was driving on the highway at approx 3pm. My 11 year old son was also a passenger in the vehicle. I was on wide open highway - no storms - no vehicles on the highway near me. All of a sudden, there was a loud noise, sounded like a bomb exploded. I felt sharp pieces of glass and saw glass in the compartment of the…
Sunroof blew up, or spontaneously combusted. Was not hit by an object, loud sound was heard prior to the incident. Car was in motion at the time, going about 60mph. Conditions clear, cool temperatures not very hot or cold outside.
Seat belts
4 complaints · 15%While turning into a parking space from the lane of a parking lot, with my foot on the brake, my Volvo S80 accelerated so powerfully it could be heard yards away. I applied the brake harder but the car wouldn't stop and surged over a wheel stop, it was still surging so I started pumping the brake, the car finally…
While pulling into a parking space from the driving lane of a parking lot, my Volvo had a surge of power that could not be controlled/stopped by applying the brakes. I was barely in motion with my foot on the brake when we (my mother, sister, and I) heard the engine roar and the car surged forward. I applied more…
Engine
3 complaints · 12%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 same exact thing that was recalled (due…
The contact owns a 2008 Volvo S80. The contact noticed that the engine cooling system warning indicator illuminated and the air conditioning performance reduced while at a traffic light. The failure occurred multiple times. The contact also stated that the vehicle would not start when the key was inserted into the…
Body and structure
3 complaints · 12%Parts named most often: body.
The contact owns a 2008 Volvo S80. The contact stated that there was water leaking into the vehicle from the sunroof. As a result, there was water damage to the front and rear floorboards and mold was present. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2008 Volvo S80 recalls
Seat belts: front
Risk: 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.
Full defect summary
Volvo cars of n.a., llc (volvo) is recalling certain 2008-2016 v70 and xc70, 2007-2016 s80, 2011-2018 s60 and v60, 2016-2018 s60 cross country, 2014-2020 s60l, 2009-2015 s80l, 2009-2016 xc60 and 2015-2018 v60 cross country vehicles. The flexible steel cable that connects the seat belt to the front outboard seating positions may fatigue over time, causing the seat belt to not secure the occupant in the event of a crash.
Equipment: navigational system(global positioning system)
Risk: 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.
Full defect summary
Volvo is recalling certain vehicles equipped with garmin 760 portable global positioning system (GPS) units because the batteries on those units may overheat.
Wheels and tires: pressure monitoring and regulating systems
Risk: 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 [email protected] .
Full defect summary
Volvo is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 s80 vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims." the tire and loading information label and a page in the owner's manual contain incorrect maximum permissible inflation pressure and the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) software has an incorrect trigger level.
Electrical: software
Risk: 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.
Full defect summary
Volvo is recalling my 2008-2010 s80, model year 2009-2010 xc70 and model year 2010 xc60 vehicles. Under certain conditions the software within the central electronic module (cem) may not send a signal to the fuel pump electronic module (pem). This missing signal to the pem inhibits the start of the fuel pump. The driver may be able to start the engine in spite of the fuel pump not being activated due to residual pressure in the fuel system. In some cases, the driver may be able to drive the vehicle a short distance at idle but then the engine may stall.
Engine: fan
Risk: This situation may result in loss of cooling system function and engine failure. The driver may not have sufficient time to react to the warning light(s) or the text message in the instrument panel, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fan control module free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during july 2009. Owners may contact volvo customer care center at 1-800-458-1552.
Full defect summary
Volvo is recalling 17,614 my 2008-2009 s80, v70, and xc70 vehicles. The engine cooling fan may stop working due to a software programming error in the fan control module (fcm). Depending on driving conditions, the customer may experience reduced air conditioning performance, and/or rapid increase in engine coolant temperature.
Electrical: software
Risk: 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 [email protected].
Full defect summary
Volvo is recalling 12,303 my 2007-2008 s80 and v70 vehicles. The diagnostic software in the central electronic module (cem) may cause a malfunction of the windshield wiper functionality. If this condition occurs, the windshield wipers may not operate when activated; or in certain cases the windshield wipers may activate when not switched on.
Engine
Risk: 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.
Full defect summary
Volvo is recalling 102 my 2008 xc90 and s80 vehicles equipped with v8 engines. These vehicles may have been built with incorrect bolts to the engine mount.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2008 Volvo S80
- What are the most common problems with the 2008 Volvo S80?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: fuel system (7 complaints, typically around 58,500 miles); electrical (5 complaints, typically around 65,000 miles); visibility and wipers (4 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2008 Volvo S80 have?
- 7 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from June 30, 2020 (seat belts). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2008 a bad year for the Volvo S80?
- It is 7th of 17 S80 model years by number of complaints, with 26 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.