2007 Volvo S80
Only 24 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 24 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 24
- Recalls
- 5
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2007
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2007: 24 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
Only 24 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Structure
6 of 24 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body.
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The contact owns a 2007 Volvo S80. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle during a rainstorm; rainwater leaked into the vehicle from the top section of the driver's side of the windshield, creating a visibility hazard for the driver.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-17
Also filed under Visibility
Steering
4 of 24 total reports mention: steering.
Engine
4 of 24 total reports mention: engine.
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Oil leaking from hole or cracked engine alot of oil dripping in the exaust pipes very danger situation
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-12-26
2007 Volvo S80. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle stalls while driving. *smd the consumer stated when he moved into the fast lane, the engine stalled.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-05-19
Electrical system
4 of 24 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing software.
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Driver door lock and latch mechanism seems to glitch out, leaving door impossible toclose . It tends to reactivate after driving for a few minutes with the door open warning light on. Weather doesnt seem to effect it like frozen locks.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-01-25
The car was purchased on March 1, 2012. Shortly after the purchase of the car the wiper blades malfunctioned. They did not work properly and we had to pull off to side of the road on the highway with our children in the car.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-04-14
Also filed under Visibility
Visibility/wiper
2 of 24 total reports mention: visibility/wiper.
Safety timeline
5 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2009-05-15Electrical system09V139000 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…
Remedy: 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 customercare@volvoforlife.
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2010-08-11Tires10V335000 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…
Remedy: 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…
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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…
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2011-08-23Steering11V378000 Volvo is recalling certain model year 2007 S80 passenger cars manufactured from March 8, 2006, through May 16, 2007. The power steering reservoir return hose may have been incorrectly routed, which…
Remedy: Volvo dealers will inspect the routing of the power steering reservoir return hose and make repairs as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during August 2011. Owners…
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2020-12-10Seat belts20V378000 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.
Remedy: 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.
Buy-smart checklist
2007 Volvo S80 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Structure: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Steering: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 4 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 09V139000 · Electrical system
- Recall 10V335000 · Tires
- Recall 10V566000 · Equipment
- Recall 11V378000 · Steering
- Recall 20V378000 · Seat belts
FAQ
- Is the 2007 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 2007 Volvo S80?
- The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2007 Volvo S80 have?
- 5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.