MYRModel Year Report

2016 Volvo S80

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2016 Volvo S80
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:47:18.295Z

Only 6 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 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
6

Too few to rank

Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 2016

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 2016: 6 complaints 2016 6
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 2016: 6 complaints 2016 6
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 2016: 6 complaints 2016 6

2016: 6 complaints

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

Known problem areas

Only 6 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Engine

3 of 6 total reports mention: engine.

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I have a 2016Volvo S80. this is my 7th Volvo I have owned. 4 Months ago my car stalled in the middle of ther road. I had no power with the gas petal. Truck behind me trird not to hit me and our sides touched scapping my car and passenger mirrow.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-07-23

Wheels

1 of 6 total reports mentions: wheels.

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I have now had to replace 4 cracked rims on my S80. (First 1/9/1991, Second 2/18/21, Third 4/28/21 and Fourth 8/19/21). Prat number 30758060-5 Aluminium Rim S 71. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk?

NHTSA ODI report, 2021-08-20

Fuel system, gasoline

1 of 6 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

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The contact owns a 2016 Volvo S80. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle jerked and stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 2022-06-29

Electrical system

1 of 6 total reports mentions: electrical system.

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2015-10-26Electrical system15V555000 Volvo Cars of North America, LLC. (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016 Volvo S60, V60, V60CC, XC60, XC70, and S80 vehicles manufactured April 8, 2015 to August 19, 2015.

    Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the existing starter motor fuse with a higher amperage fuse, free of charge. The recall began on October 26, 2015.

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  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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2016 Volvo S80 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Wheels: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Fuel system, gasoline: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 15V555000 · Electrical system
  • Recall 20V378000 · Seat belts
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2016 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 2016 Volvo S80?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2016 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.