2000 Volvo S80 recalls and problems

The 2000 Volvo S80 has 4 safety recalls and 318 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Volvo dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

318

Crashes / fires

16 / 8

Injuries / deaths

13 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2000 Volvo S80 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2000 Volvo S80 recalls

Recall 10V-566: Equipment

Reported Nov 8, 2010 · 416 vehicles affected · VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.

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

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.

Recall 06V-441: Vehicle Speed Control

Reported Nov 15, 2006 · 170,099 vehicles affected · VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.

Problem: On certain passenger vehicles, a combination of throttle positioning sensor irregularities, a dirty throttle housing, and/or inefficient software calibration may cause a warning lamp to light and the subsequent onset of limp home modes.

Risk: This resulted in a high number of vehicles going into the limp home mode without need.

Fix: Dealers will install the current software upgrade onto the involved vehicles. The recall began on december 29, 2006. Owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.

Recall 04V-451: Engine and Engine Cooling

Reported Sep 13, 2004 · 149,799 vehicles affected · VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.

Problem: On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles, under certain operating conditions, some electric cooling fans may overheat potentially causing heat damage and, in rare instances, a fire in the engine compartment.

Risk: A fire in the engine compartment could occur.

Fix: Dealers will replace the cooling fan. The recall began on november 29, 2004. Customers should contact volvo cars at 1-800-458-1552.

Recall 00V-238: Suspension

Reported Aug 24, 2000 · 49,488 vehicles affected · VOLVO CARS OF NA, INC.

Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Over time, the ball joint between the front wheel king pin and the suspension link arm, can experience increased looseness.

Risk: This condition could affect the ball joint's durability and performance.

Fix: Dealers will replace both front ball joints.

2000 Volvo S80 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Vehicle Speed Control	94
Engine and Engine Cooling	72
Electrical System	54
Fuel System, Gasoline	36
Suspension	34
Power Train	24
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	20
Air Bags	19
Steering	17
Visibility	15
Exterior Lighting	9
Unknown or Other	8

Most reported parts

Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 19
Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 15
Suspension › Front — 11
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline — 9
Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Upper Ball Joint — 7
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery — 7
Air Bags › Frontal — 6
Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly — 6

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 78,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2000 Volvo S80 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Vehicle Speed Control · at 120,000 miles · reported Nov 18, 2022

The contact owns a 2000 Volvo S80. The contact stated that while at a complete stop, the vehicle intermittently hesitated in responding while depressing the accelerator pedal. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated during the failure. The contact called the dealer and the manufacturer and was informed that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 06V441000 (Vehicle Speed Control) which he linked to the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.

Air Bags · at 119,375 miles · reported Aug 27, 2020

Swapped battery at o'reilly's auto parts. All manufacturer safety protocols followed. After swapping out w/new battery: climate control module not working- SRS airbag 'service urgent' errors. Volvo quoting $2500 to replace ccm, $800 for rebuild-process. Dim is also fried. No heat or A/C- airbag accidental deployment risk. Quick search online shows this is a volvo issue specific to s60, s80 & xc70 models (All years) filed compliant w/vt state ag- cap 2020-07438 original repair order attached

Service Brakes · reported Sep 11, 2018

I want to make you aware of a very serious car accident that my mother had on 9-5-18. She was driving her 2000 volvo s80 when her car began to accelerate on its own. She was not able to control the car. My mom had her foot on the brake but that did not stop the vehicle. Unfortunately, at that point the car was out of control hitting and banging up all the cars around it. Then the car finally smashed into another car stopping the out of control car. My mom was seriously hurt and taken to the hospital. She had emergency surgery to repair her aorta that tore from the crash. She also broke her…

Fuel System, Gasoline · at 181,000 miles · reported Dec 22, 2015

Vehicle has the smell of fuel. The 2001-2005 models have a recall for this same issue because of the plastic on the fuel pump flange cracking. Many owners of the 2000 models are reporting this issue. The fuel pump is the same used on the 2000 year model as the 2001-2005 so the 2000 should be part of the recall also. The smell of fuel is not just unpleasant but dangerous. I have a 11 month old son who rides in my car and it would be tragic if something happened to my family or someone else. You can search google and see many other owners reporting issues in the 2000 model volvo s80. Please do…

Fuel System, Gasoline · at 65,000 miles · reported Oct 14, 2015

The contact owns a 2000 volvo s80. The contact noticed a fuel odor near the rear seat of the vehicle and the fuel gauge indicator drastically decreased. The contact discovered an excessive amount of fuel leaking on the ground near the rear side of the vehicle under the fuel tank. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump flange was cracked. The manufacturer stated that the VIN was excluded from NHTSA campaign number: 09v483000 (Fuel system, gasoline). The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 65,000. Update 01/15/16 ma updated 02/04/16.…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2000 Volvo S80 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2000 Volvo S80: 10V-566 (equipment), 06V-441 (vehicle speed control), 04V-451 (engine and engine cooling), 00V-238 (suspension). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2000 Volvo S80?

Owners report vehicle speed control problems most often (94 reports), followed by engine and engine cooling (72). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 78,000 miles.

Are Volvo recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Volvo dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.