2010 VOLVO S80 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

36

Owner Complaints

1 Crash

5

Recalls

ACTIVE RECALL

10

Service Bulletins

0

Investigations

Overview of the 2010 VOLVO S80

The 2010 VOLVO S80 has received a total of 36 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 5 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SEAT BELTS:FRONT, EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM), AIR BAGS:FRONTAL. 10 technical service bulletins have been issued by Volvo Car USA, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Visibilitywiper (5 complaints), Air Bags (3 complaints), and Electrical System (3 complaints).

Recalls for the 2010 VOLVO S80

NHTSA has recorded 5 recalls for the 2010 VOLVO S80, potentially affecting up to 334,050 vehicles.

Recall 20V378000 — SEAT BELTS:FRONT

| 308,260 vehicles affected

Defect: 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. The flexible steel cable that connects the seat belt to the front outboard seating positions may fatigue over time, causing the seat belt to not...

Consequence: An unsecured occupant has an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

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.

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Recall 10V566000 — EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

| 416 vehicles affected

Defect: VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH GARMIN 760 PORTABLE GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (GPS) UNITS BECAUSE THE BATTERIES ON THOSE UNITS MAY OVERHEAT.

Consequence: AN OVERHEATED BATTERY COULD LEAD TO A FIRE.

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 NEW BATTERY AND A SPACER WILL BE...

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Recall 10V489000 — AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

| 9,746 vehicles affected

Defect: VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 S80, XC70, MODEL YEAR 2011 XC60 AND MODEL YEAR 2010 V70 VEHICLES. THERE MAY BE AN INTERMITTENT FAULT IN THE DRIVER'S AIRBAG CLOCKSPRING WIRING CONNECTOR FOR THE SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM.

Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE DRIVER'S FRONTAL AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY AS INTENDED OR AT ALL, AND THEREFORE WILL NOT BE ABLE TO PROPERLY PROTECT THE DRIVER, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURIES.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A METAL SHIM IN THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG CLOCKSPRING WIRING CONNECTOR. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 20, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.

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Recall 10V335000 — TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS

| 3,635 vehicles affected

Defect: 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 LOADING INFORMATION LABEL AND A PAGE IN THE OWNER'S MANUAL CONTAIN INCORRECT MAXIMUM PERMISSIBLE INFLATION PRESSURE AND THE TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) SOFTWARE HAS AN INCORRECT TRIGGER LEVEL.

Consequence: THESE VEHICLES DO NOT MEET THE REQUIRED SAFETY STANDARDS.

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 TO BEGIN ON OR ABOUT AUGUST 27, 2010....

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Recall 09V343000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

| 11,993 vehicles affected

Defect: VOLVO IS RECALLING MY 2008-2010 S80, MODEL YEAR 2009-2010 XC70 AND MODEL YEAR 2010 XC60 VEHICLES. UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS THE SOFTWARE WITHIN THE CENTRAL ELECTRONIC MODULE (CEM) MAY NOT SEND A SIGNAL TO THE FUEL PUMP ELECTRONIC MODULE (PEM). THIS MISSING SIGNAL TO THE PEM INHIBITS THE START OF THE FUEL PUMP. THE DRIVER MAY BE ABLE TO START THE...

Consequence: IF THE VEHICLE STALLS IN CERTAIN CONDITIONS, A CRASH COULD OCCUR.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL DOWNLOAD SOFTWARE TO THE VEHICLES' CEM FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 30, 2009. VEHICLES IN DEALER'S INVENTORY WILL BE REPAIRED PRIOR TO DELIVERY. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.

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Owner Complaints for the 2010 VOLVO S80

36 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2010 VOLVO S80. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Most Recent Complaints

#11711169 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | | N/A miles
On [XXX] I was driving from Opelika, AL to Birmingham, AL. About 20 miles from home while driving on [XXX] in the left lane, my car would not accelerate. I pushe9 it down to the floor and there was no gas, so I had to get over to the right lane while rolling to get out of danger of the traffic and large trucks. MY car has been towed three time in about 3 month in 2025. I had it towed from my work parking lot twice because it would not crank. We bought new batteries, changed out the key batteries and this last incident. We had just got the car out of the shop for a fuel pump & fuel pump control module. (see receipt). I learned there was a Safety Recall from the NHTSA. However, when I called only to learn that my car had not been recalled. Therefore, I am quite confused because the safety issue recall no 09V343000 for 2010,S80 appears to be having the same issue. the software within the Central Electronic module (CEM) is not sending the signal to the fuel pump that was just replaced to the electronic module (PEM). The missing signal to the PEM inhibits the start of the fuel pump. This was a very frightening experience having a car stop on the highway while in the fast lane. Now the fear of it happening again is quite frightening, that's why I confused as to the seriousness of this electrical system software issue is not being taken for granted on my vehicle. If it was a problem for some, why would it not be a problem for all. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
#11711155 | ENGINE | | N/A miles
Car would not crank, got fuel system replaced. Week later after being parked, while driving car cut off on highway. Mechanic has vehicle and has determined the issue is Central Electronic Module. Car is 2010 Volvo S80 with active recall but vin number is not apart of recall while experiencing same problem that almost caused a major accident. Vin [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
#11665865 | STRUCTURE | | 89,500 miles
The contact owns a 2010 Volvo S80. The contact stated that there was condensation inside the vehicle. Additionally, the contact's daughter informed the contact that there was mold on the front passenger's side seat belt. The contact stated that there was mold on the lower seal near the front passenger's side door jam. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was inspected. The dealer informed the contact that the upper part of the windshield was detaching on the passenger's and driver's sides. The contact stated that after the dealer removed the carpet on the passenger's side, the contact noticed water inside the vehicle and the wiring was wet. The dealer determined that the windshield needed to be replaced. The dealer advised the contact to file an insurance claim for the windshield replacement and another claim for the water damages. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 89,500.
#11641253 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | | N/A miles
Driving down [XXX] headed west to Charlottesville and debris flew off of another truck with a trailer attached . Came off the back of their truck and smashed into the top of my car into my sunroof glass. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
#11540556 | AIR BAGS | | N/A miles
The air bag warning randomly popped up on my screen. They will not deploy if I get into a wreck. Non working air bag. I also have issues that come and go with the electrical component. Sometimes my door won't open, sometimes my seats won't move, and my license plate light is out due to something electrical. My gas tank spits gas back at me and makes weird noises sometimes.

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Safety Rating for the 2010 VOLVO S80

NHTSA has not yet tested the 2010 VOLVO S80 in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 2010 VOLVO S80

Volvo Car USA, LLC has issued 10 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2010 VOLVO S80. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

TJ2873930 — WHEELS

Center wheel caps, removal instruction

TJ33524 1 2-2018 — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

This is a Technical Journal: Unusual noise while driving from sealing ring. check first if the sealing ring is displaced, if so, proceed with replacement of the sealing ring

TJ25788 1 3-2017 — VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Title BLIS fault tracing . Status Released Status 2012 - Ref No US25788.1.1 en - US Date 04 - 16 Issue 2012 - Issuer - Date 01 - 19 Vida Partner 3 US 7510 Volvo Cars North America Reference Func Group 8462 Func Desc electrical outside mirrors , compl Attachment...

TJ20532 1 8-2017 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

VOLVO CARS SERVICE AND PARTS BUSINESS Technical Journal TITLE : Fuel gauge / tank fault tracing guide and Prior Approval REF NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : United States and Canada TJ 20532 Technical Service PARTNER : ISSUE DATE : 3 US 7510 Volvo Cars North America YEAR...

TJ3097120160419 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

THIS IS A TECHNICAL JOURNAL : WHEN ANY REPAIR IS MADE ON ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM, MAKE SURE THAT THE VOLVO SPECIAL TOOL P/N 9512957 COOLANT FILLING EQUIPMENT IS USED, IN ORDER TO PREVENT FUTURE OVER TEMPERATURE DAMAGE ON ENGINE.

TJ-27500 — SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC

VOLVO: REQUIRED RETRACTION OF REAR CALIPER BRAKE PISTONS, DURING MAINTENANCE SERVICE/REPLACING, ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, TO REAR BRAKE PADS. MODELS 2008-9999 124 (S80), 135 (V70), 136 (XC70) AND 2010-9999 156 (XC60) AND 2011-9999 134 (S60).

PB-64-252 — STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP

VOLVO: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. PARTS BULLETINS. REFERENCE SMB64-252 AND TJ26218. VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICAN, LLC, HAS DECIDED TO LAUNCH A SERVICE CAMPAIGN ON CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2012 S80, 2010 V70 AND 2011-2012 S60, XC60 AND XC70 VEHICLES. *JS UPDATED ON 5/10/12. *JS UPDATED 5/30/12. *PE

TB-20532 — FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM

VOLVO: THE FUEL GAUGE IS INACCURATE. AFTER FILLING TANK, FUEL GAUGE RISES TO INDICATE APPROX. 1/2-3/4 TANK BUT NOT READ FULL; AFTER FUEL IS CONSUMED, FUEL GAUGE DROPS NORMALLY TIL APPROX. 1/4, AFTER WHICH THE FUEL LEVEL DOES NOT CHANGE. *PE UPDATED 7/8/11. *PE UPDATED 4/13/2012. *KB

TL-22231 — VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR

VOLVO: WINDSCREEN WIPER MOTOR, INTERMITTENT FUNCTION. WINDSCREEN WIPER MOTOR MAY INTERMITTENTLY NOT FUNCTION. THIS MAY OCCUR DURING THE START UP OF THE VEHICLE WHILE THE WIPER STALK IS ACTIVATED. IN THIS TYPICAL CONDITION, THE LIN (LOCAL INTERCONNECT NETWORK) COMMUNICATION BETWEEN THE WMM AND CEM (CENTRAL ELECTRONIC MODULE) MAY BE DISTURBED...

TJ-6419 — AIR BAGS

VOLVO: AIRBAG SYSTEM SERVICE REQUIRED MESSAGE IN DIM, DTC SRS B00021A. THE REASON FOR THIS IS THAT THE CONNECTOR FOR THE CLOCKSPRING DOES NOT DEPRESS AND DISENGAGE THE SHORT CIRCUIT BAR ENOUGH. *PE

NHTSA Investigations for the 2010 VOLVO S80

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