2015 Volvo S80

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2015 Volvo S80
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:48:18.309Z

Only 7 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 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
7

Too few to rank

Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 2015

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1999: 199 complaints 1999 2000: 318 complaints 2001: 164 complaints 2002: 42 complaints 2002 2003: 26 complaints 2004: 50 complaints 2005: 15 complaints 2005 2006: 12 complaints 2007: 24 complaints 2008: 25 complaints 2008 2009: 16 complaints 2010: 27 complaints 2011: 5 complaints 2011 2012: 8 complaints 2013: 8 complaints 2014: 1 complaint 2015: 7 complaints 2015 7 2016: 6 complaints
1999: 199 complaints 1999 2000: 318 complaints 2001: 164 complaints 2001 2002: 42 complaints 2003: 26 complaints 2003 2004: 50 complaints 2005: 15 complaints 2005 2006: 12 complaints 2007: 24 complaints 2007 2008: 25 complaints 2009: 16 complaints 2009 2010: 27 complaints 2011: 5 complaints 2011 2012: 8 complaints 2013: 8 complaints 2013 2014: 1 complaint 2015: 7 complaints 2015 7 2016: 6 complaints
1999: 199 complaints 1999 2000: 318 complaints 2000 2001: 164 complaints 2001 2002: 42 complaints 2002 2003: 26 complaints 2003 2004: 50 complaints 2004 2005: 15 complaints 2005 2006: 12 complaints 2006 2007: 24 complaints 2007 2008: 25 complaints 2008 2009: 16 complaints 2009 2010: 27 complaints 2010 2011: 5 complaints 2011 2012: 8 complaints 2012 2013: 8 complaints 2013 2014: 1 complaint 2014 2015: 7 complaints 2015 7 2016: 6 complaints 2016

2015: 7 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
1999199
2000318
2001164
200242
200326
200450
200515
200612
200724
200825
200916
201027
20115
20128
20138
20141
20157
20166

Known problem areas

Only 7 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Engine

3 of 7 total reports mention: engine.

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My car has the start/stop function. It has a button to manually deactivate the start/stop system but it has to be pushed every time the car is restarted.

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-10-07

While stopped in drive at a stop sign with foot on brake,on corner of city street engine revved very high and car tried to surge forward. Applied brake even harder, put car in neutral and stopped engine. Tried to start up and same thing happened.

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-02-23

Also filed under Vehicle speed control

Power train

2 of 7 total reports mention: power train.

INJURY
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Tl* the contact owns a 2015 Volvo S80. While stationary the vehicle rolled forward after the contact exited the vehicle. The vehicle almost ran over the contact the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired.

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-11-01

Wheels

1 of 7 total reports mentions: wheels.

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2015 Volvo S80. Consumer writes in regard to front end malfunctions, recurring issues with rim,tire and alignment. *as the consumer stated the manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but did not offer any assistance.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-10-16

Vehicle speed control

1 of 7 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

Latches/locks/linkages

1 of 7 total reports mentions: latches/locks/linkages, most commonly citing latch.

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Most concerning: Front driver door latch quit working while driving leaving door to swing open during traffic. This is a known issue that led to recalls of other Volvo models (2011 - 2017), but the S80 was excluded.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-02-12

Also filed under Lane departure

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2013-10-03Electrical system13V377000 Volvo is recalling certain model year 2014 S60, S80, XC60 and XC70 vehicles equipped with keyless ignition. In the affected vehicles, the Central Electronic Module (CEM) will not perform as intended.

    Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will upgrade the CEM software, free of charge. The recall began on October 3, 2013. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-800-458-1552.

  2. R
    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

2015 Volvo S80 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Wheels: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 13V377000 · Electrical system
  • Recall 20V378000 · Seat belts

FAQ

Is the 2015 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 2015 Volvo S80?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 43% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2015 Volvo S80 have?
2 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.