2015–2016 · 2 model years · 4 recalls

Volvo S80 problems by year

We don't rate the Volvo S80 yet, because we don't have its sales figures. The 2015 has the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (12). Owners complain most about engine & cooling. Popular years get more complaints, so treat these counts as a guide to what goes wrong, not a ranking.

Most common problems

Engine & cooling6
Wheels & tires2
Driver-assist & stability2
Transmission & drivetrain2
Fuel system1
Electrical system1

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, all years 2015–2016.

Every Volvo S80 year at a glance

Model yearReliabilityComplaintsRecallsBest mpg
2016 S80Not rated yet7229
2015 S80Not rated yet12229

Reliability compares each year with similar cars from 2015 to 2024, using owner complaints filed with NHTSA per car sold. Complaint counts on their own aren't a score: popular cars get more of them.

Questions people ask

What are the most common Volvo S80 problems?

Owners complain most about engine & cooling, wheels & tires, driver-assist & stability.

Which Volvo S80 year has the most recalls?

The 2016, with 2 recalls on record with NHTSA.