1999 VOLVO S80 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

288

Owner Complaints

7 Crashes 8 Fires

5

Recalls

ACTIVE RECALL

51

Service Bulletins

0

Investigations

Overview of the 1999 VOLVO S80

The 1999 VOLVO S80 has received a total of 288 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 5 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN. 51 technical service bulletins have been issued by Volvo Car USA, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Vehicle Speed Control (49 complaints), Electrical System (25 complaints), and Engine And Engine Cooling (17 complaints).

Recalls for the 1999 VOLVO S80

NHTSA has recorded 5 recalls for the 1999 VOLVO S80, potentially affecting up to 408,390 vehicles.

Recall 07E023000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER

| 13,128 vehicles affected

Defect: 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 SOLD AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE SEAL ON MASTER CYLINDER CAN FAIL AND LEAK BRAKE FLUID.

Consequence: LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID CAN RESULT IN POOR BRAKING PERFORMANCE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

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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Recall 06V441000 — VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

| 170,099 vehicles affected

Defect: 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 THE SUBSEQUENT ONSET OF LIMP HOME MODES.

Consequence: THIS RESULTED IN A HIGH NUMBER OF VEHICLES GOING INTO THE LIMP HOME MODE WITHOUT NEED.

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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Recall 04V451000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN

| 149,799 vehicles affected

Defect: 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 ENGINE COMPARTMENT.

Consequence: A FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT COULD OCCUR.

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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Recall 02V096000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN

| 25,876 vehicles affected

Defect: ON SOME PASSENGER VEHICLES, CERTAIN ELECTRIC COOLING FANS COULD BE INADEQUATE IN A HOT CLIMATE. UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES, EXCESSIVE HEAT COULD BE GENERATED.

Consequence: SHOULD THIS OCCUR, THE ENGINE COOLING FAN COMPONENTS COULD OVERHEAT AND CAUSE THE MELTING OF ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS AND ADJACENT COMPONENTS, INCREASING THE LIKELIHOOD OF A FIRE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ENGINE COOLING FAN. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 1, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD...

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Recall 00V238000 — SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT

| 49,488 vehicles affected

Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. OVER TIME, THE BALL JOINT BETWEEN THE FRONT WHEEL KING PIN AND THE SUSPENSION LINK ARM, CAN EXPERIENCE INCREASED LOOSENESS.

Consequence: THIS CONDITION COULD AFFECT THE BALL JOINT'S DURABILITY AND PERFORMANCE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE BOTH FRONT BALL JOINTS.

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Owner Complaints for the 1999 VOLVO S80

288 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1999 VOLVO S80. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Vehicle Speed Control
Complaints: 49 2 Crashes
Electrical System
Complaints: 25 1 Fire
Engine And Engine Cooling
Complaints: 17
Suspensionfront
Complaints: 10
Power Trainautomatic Transmission
Complaints: 8
Steering
Complaints: 7
Engine And Engine Coolingengine
Complaints: 6
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryfuel Pump
Complaints: 6
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip
Complaints: 6
Suspensionfrontcontrol Arm
Complaints: 6 1 Crash
Engine
Complaints: 5 1 Fire
Fuel System Gasoline
Complaints: 5
Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection System
Complaints: 5 1 Fire
Air Bags
Complaints: 4 1 Crash 1 Injury
Electrical Systemignitionmodule
Complaints: 4 1 Crash
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline
Complaints: 4 1 Fire
Exterior Lightingheadlights
Complaints: 4
Power Train
Complaints: 4
Steeringlinkagestie Rod Assembly
Complaints: 4
Suspension
Complaints: 4
Visibilitypower Window Devices And Controls
Complaints: 4
Visibilitysunmoon Roof Assembly
Complaints: 4
Air Bagsfrontal
Complaints: 3 1 Injury
Air Bagssidewindow
Complaints: 3 2 Injuries
Electrical Systemwiringfront Underhood
Complaints: 3 1 Fire
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assembly
Complaints: 3
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slipcontrol Unitmodule
Complaints: 3
Steeringhydraulic Power Assist System
Complaints: 3
Structureframe And Members
Complaints: 3
Suspensionfrontcontrol Armupper Ball Joint
Complaints: 3
Unknown Or Other
Complaints: 3
Vehicle Speed Controlcruise Control
Complaints: 3
Wheels
Complaints: 3 1 Crash
Electrical Systemwiring
Complaints: 2
Equipment
Complaints: 2
Fuel System Gasolinedelivery
Complaints: 2
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assemblyfiller Pipe And Cap
Complaints: 2
Fuel System Other
Complaints: 2
Power Trainaxle Assembly
Complaints: 2 1 Crash
Seat Belts
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Components
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Hydraulicpower Assistvacuum
Complaints: 2
Steeringrack And Pinion
Complaints: 2
Structure
Complaints: 2
Air Bagsfrontalsensorcontrol Module
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemalternatorgeneratorregulator
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemignition
Complaints: 1
Electronic Stability Control Esc
Complaints: 1
Electronic Stability Controlautomatic Asc
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemfan
Complaints: 1 1 Fire
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemradiator Assembly
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust System
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Control
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlcrankcase Pcv
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlgas Recirculation Valve Egr Valve
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systemmanifoldheadermufflertail Pipe
Complaints: 1
Equipmentapplianceair Conditioner
Complaints: 1
Equipmentelectrical
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lighting
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingbrake Lights
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinecarburetor System
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryhoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection Systemfuel Rail
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assemblymounting
Complaints: 1
Fuelpropulsion System
Complaints: 1 1 Fire
Power Trainautomatic Transmissioncontrol Module Tcmpcmtecm
Complaints: 1
Power Traindrivelinedriveshaft
Complaints: 1
Seat Beltsfrontanchorage
Complaints: 1
Seat Beltsfrontretractor
Complaints: 1
Seatsfront Assemblypower Adjust
Complaints: 1
Seatsfront Assemblyrecliner
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulic
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisccaliper
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscrotor
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicpedals And Linkages
Complaints: 1
Steering Steering Wheelhandle Bar
Complaints: 1
Steeringrack And Pinionrack
Complaints: 1 1 Fire
Structurebodydoor
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontcontrol Armlower Ball Joint
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontwheel Bearing
Complaints: 1
Tires
Complaints: 1
Tiressidewall
Complaints: 1
Vehicle Speed Controlaccelerator Pedal
Complaints: 1
Visibilitywindshield
Complaints: 1

Most Recent Complaints

#11427306 | ENGINE | | N/A miles
The ETM is acting up for no reason available
#11373728 | AIR BAGS | | 128,855 miles
THERES A RECENT RECALL ON THE AIRBAGS OF THE 1999 S80 VOLVO THAT WE NEED OUR AIRBAGS REPLACED BECAUSE ITS A HAZARD THAT CAN LEAD UP TO DEATH. ALSO THE ELECTRICITY KEEPS ZAPPING DOWN FROM THE CAR CREATING NO STARTS OR VERY POOR DRIVING, I ALMOST WAS STRANDED BECAUSE THE CAR SEEMS LIKE IT WANTED TO SHUT DOWN ONE NIGHT I WAS GETTING OFF WORK, I HIT FULL GAS AND IT ONLY GAVE ME 3 MPH AND ALSO WHEN I MADE A RIGHT TURN ONE NIGHT FROM WORK I FEEL THE WHEEL FEEL LIKE ITS COMING APART FROM THE INSIDE OR LOOSENING I DONT KNOW WHAT IT IS BUT IT FEELS AND SOUNDS ROUGH
#11373728 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | | 128,855 miles
THERES A RECENT RECALL ON THE AIRBAGS OF THE 1999 S80 VOLVO THAT WE NEED OUR AIRBAGS REPLACED BECAUSE ITS A HAZARD THAT CAN LEAD UP TO DEATH. ALSO THE ELECTRICITY KEEPS ZAPPING DOWN FROM THE CAR CREATING NO STARTS OR VERY POOR DRIVING, I ALMOST WAS STRANDED BECAUSE THE CAR SEEMS LIKE IT WANTED TO SHUT DOWN ONE NIGHT I WAS GETTING OFF WORK, I HIT FULL GAS AND IT ONLY GAVE ME 3 MPH AND ALSO WHEN I MADE A RIGHT TURN ONE NIGHT FROM WORK I FEEL THE WHEEL FEEL LIKE ITS COMING APART FROM THE INSIDE OR LOOSENING I DONT KNOW WHAT IT IS BUT IT FEELS AND SOUNDS ROUGH
#11373727 | SERVICE BRAKES | | 128,855 miles
WHEN IM DRIVING AND HAVE TO COME TO A SLOW STOP IM HEARING THE MASTER CYLINDER SOUND LIKE ITS RUBBING AGAINST SOMETHING LOUDLY EVEN WITH THE APPROPRIATE BRAKE FLUID AND MEASURE IS FILLED WITHIN IT, ALSO THE AIR CONDITIONER BLOWS HOT AIR DURING THE SUMMER CAUSING THE CAR TO FAIL DURING HOT WEATHER
#11373728 | STEERING | | 128,855 miles
THERES A RECENT RECALL ON THE AIRBAGS OF THE 1999 S80 VOLVO THAT WE NEED OUR AIRBAGS REPLACED BECAUSE ITS A HAZARD THAT CAN LEAD UP TO DEATH. ALSO THE ELECTRICITY KEEPS ZAPPING DOWN FROM THE CAR CREATING NO STARTS OR VERY POOR DRIVING, I ALMOST WAS STRANDED BECAUSE THE CAR SEEMS LIKE IT WANTED TO SHUT DOWN ONE NIGHT I WAS GETTING OFF WORK, I HIT FULL GAS AND IT ONLY GAVE ME 3 MPH AND ALSO WHEN I MADE A RIGHT TURN ONE NIGHT FROM WORK I FEEL THE WHEEL FEEL LIKE ITS COMING APART FROM THE INSIDE OR LOOSENING I DONT KNOW WHAT IT IS BUT IT FEELS AND SOUNDS ROUGH

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Safety Rating for the 1999 VOLVO S80

NHTSA has not yet tested the 1999 VOLVO S80 in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 1999 VOLVO S80

Volvo Car USA, LLC has issued 51 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 1999 VOLVO S80. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

ST-231-2019-02-1 — EQUIPMENT

This is a Special Tool Bulletin: Newsletter 81 Mandatory Tools

PB77-006 — WHEELS:RIM

Winter Wheel Applications including rim sizes, steel wheel parts numbers and wheel cover part numbers

8526 — SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST

SMALL FORE AND AFT OR ROCKING MOVEMENT OF THE SEAT DURING ACCELERATIONS ND DECELERATION MIGHT BE EXPERIENCED IN CERTAIN CASES. *TT

850033 — SEATS

NOISE OR ROCKING MOTION FROM THE SEAT RAILS ON MANUAL FRONT SEATS. *TT

7708 — POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY

FRONT AXLE PING NOISE. *TT

2824 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

ROUGH COLD START. *TT

1722 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER

CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED UPGRADE MY1999 AND 2000 S80 PEACE OF MIND ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM. *TT

3724 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

CEM FAULT TRACING. *TT

2314 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

INFORMATION ON DIAGNOSING A STUCK PURGE VALVE.*TT

8870023 — VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

THIS ERVICE BULLETIN DESCRIBES HOW TO REDUCE AIR LEAKAGE FROM THE RECIRCULATION DOOR. *TT

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NHTSA Investigations for the 1999 VOLVO S80

There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.

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