2000 Volvo S80
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
- Complaints
- 318
- Recalls
- 5
- Investigations
- 2
- Top problem
- Vehicle speed control
Campaigns on file for 2000
Opened by NHTSA
29% of complaints
Complaints per year
2000: 318 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 199 |
| 2000 | 318 |
| 2001 | 164 |
| 2002 | 42 |
| 2003 | 26 |
| 2004 | 50 |
| 2005 | 15 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 24 |
| 2008 | 25 |
| 2009 | 16 |
| 2010 | 27 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 1 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 6 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Vehicle speed control
29% · 93 reportsMost commonly citing accelerator pedal and linkages.
Engine and engine cooling
23% · 72 reportsMost commonly citing engine and gasoline.
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While the vehicle was parked and without any indication, the vehicle caught on fire from the engine. Manufacturer was contacted, but nothing was done, they claim the cause of the fire couldn't be determined. The engine was severely melted.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-06-09
Electrical system
17% · 54 reportsMost commonly citing ignition and front underhood.
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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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-08-27
Also filed under Air bags
Fuel system, gasoline
11% · 36 reportsMost commonly citing delivery and filler pipe and cap.
Suspension
10% · 33 reportsMost commonly citing front and upper ball joint.
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While driving at 50 MPH, road was clear, consumer didn't have any warning signs, and vehicle swerved to the right and came through guardrail. On December 10TH, took vehicle to dealer for a clunking noise.
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-12-14
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 Volvo S80. The contact stated that the vehicke began to shake while driving 25 MPH. The contact maneuvered to the shoulder and noticed that the front driver's tire detached from the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-05-02
Safety timeline
5 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first
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2000-09-18Suspension00V238000 Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Over time, the ball joint between the front wheel king pin and the suspension link arm, can experience increased looseness.
Remedy: Dealers will replace both front ball joints.
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2004-11-29Engine and engine cooling04V451000 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…
Remedy: Dealers will replace the cooling fan. The recall began on November 29, 2004. Customers should contact Volvo cars at 1-800-458-1552.
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2005-07-26Preliminary evaluationClosed 2005-12-07 Throttle control malfunction
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2005-12-06Engineering analysisClosed 2006-12-12 Throttle control malfunction
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2006-12-29Vehicle speed control06V441000 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…
Remedy: 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.
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2007-04-02Service brakes, hydraulic07E023000 Certain cardone master cylinders with part numbers 10-2925, 10-2987, 10-2987MZA, 10-3083, 11-3015, 11-3042, 11-3044, 11-3045, 11-3047, 11-3064, and 11-3156, and with date codes lower than DCA7078…
Remedy: Cardone will notify owners and offer to repurchase any defective master cylinders. The recall began during April 2007. Owners can contact cardone at 1-800-777-4780.
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2010-11-18Equipment10V566000 Volvo is recalling certain vehicles equipped with garmin 760 portable global positioning system (Gps) units because the batteries on those units may overheat.
Remedy: 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…
Buy-smart checklist
2000 Volvo S80 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Vehicle speed control: 93 reports on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 72 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 54 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 00V238000 · Suspension
- Recall 04V451000 · Engine and engine cooling
- Recall 06V441000 · Vehicle speed control
- Recall 07E023000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 10V566000 · Equipment
FAQ
- Is the 2000 Volvo S80 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2000 Volvo S80?
- The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2000 Volvo S80 have?
- 5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.