2015 VOLVO S80 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
12
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
12
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2015 VOLVO S80
The 2015 VOLVO S80 has received a total of 12 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SEAT BELTS:FRONT, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. 12 technical service bulletins have been issued by Volvo Car USA, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Engine (3 complaints), Power Train (2 complaints), and Unknown Or Other (2 complaints).
Recalls for the 2015 VOLVO S80
NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2015 VOLVO S80, potentially affecting up to 316,027 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.
View full details →Recall 13V377000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
| 7,767 vehicles affected
Defect: 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. As a result, the front windshield wipers might run continuously when the ignition is on. Also, the turn signals, high beams, and headlight switch might not work.
Consequence: Malfunctioning head lamps and/or turn signals increase the risk of a crash.
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.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2015 VOLVO S80
12 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2015 VOLVO S80. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Lane Departure Blind Spot Detection | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatch | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
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. It was a terrifying ordeal that has now happened twice (during freezing conditions here in Colorado). Less concerning to me but a problem: The blindspot monitoring system malfunctions and keeps on blinking even when there's nothing in the blindspot - which betrays the reason it exists.
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. It was a terrifying ordeal that has now happened twice (during freezing conditions here in Colorado). Less concerning to me but a problem: The blindspot monitoring system malfunctions and keeps on blinking even when there's nothing in the blindspot - which betrays the reason it exists.
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. It was a terrifying ordeal that has now happened twice (during freezing conditions here in Colorado). Less concerning to me but a problem: The blindspot monitoring system malfunctions and keeps on blinking even when there's nothing in the blindspot - which betrays the reason it exists.
Car has 110000 miles on it and is using a quart of oil every 1000 miles, car has been maintained to Volvo specifications it's entire life. This is excessive oil consumption. Oil level low warning cones in every 1000 miles and a quart is needed to satisfy it
The contact owned a 2015 Volvo S80. The contact stated while driving at 55 mph, the contact noticed three deer crossing the highway. The contact could not brake the vehicle in time and as a result, the vehicle crashed into the deer. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed. There were no injures sustained. The vehicle was drivable and the contact drove the vehicle back to their home address. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure and informed the contact that the air bags may or may not engage in accidents. The failure mileage was 77,000.
Safety Rating for the 2015 VOLVO S80
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2015 VOLVO S80 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2015 VOLVO S80
Volvo Car USA, LLC has issued 12 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2015 VOLVO S80. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
TJ31462 — EQUIPMENT
Volvo On Call Service Required Message and DTC
TJ29012.6.0-2020 — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
VOLVO CARS SERVICE AND PARTS BUSINESS Technical Journal TITLE : Leather dashboard , leather comes loose REF NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : United States and Canada TJ 29012 Technical Service PARTNER : ISSUE DATE : 3 US 7510 Volvo Cars North America YEAR MONTH DAY 2015 06...
TJ35480.1.1-2020 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a Technical Journal: Sensus Connect Infotainment: Reboots/Inopertive/No Sound/No Response
TJ33912 5 1 2019 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This is a Technical Journal: Incorrect "Car In Use" or "Car Unlocked" notifications in VOC mobile application
ST-232-2019-02-2 — EQUIPMENT
This is a Special Tool Bulletin: Newsletter 83 Mandatory Tools
TJ33250-4-0-2018 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Technical Journal: *If early or uneven wear occur on the right side front brake pads (mainly inner pad), then follow advice under Service. Concerned vehicles are equipped with 16" and 16.5" FNR front brake system, and can be identified with VDN code RE03. *If symptom is confirmed...
TJ30393 6 0-2017 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
VOLVO CARS SERVICE AND PARTS BUSINESS Technical Journal TITLE : Front brake caliper - Noise REF NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : United States and Canada TJ 30393 Technical Service PARTNER : ISSUE DATE : STATUS DATE : 3 US 7510 Volvo Cars North America 2015 - 07...
TJ32163.1.0-2017 — WHEELS
This is a Technical Journal:Climate system, protective wheel caps falling off. Replace with new caps on wheel screws
TJ29131.6.0-2017 — ENGINE
This is a Technical Journal: Customer may experience a low oil level warning in DIM and /or oil leakage from the engine. The oil may leak due to a crack in the plug from the VVT pulley Replace both plugs in both VVT-pulleys according to the attached instruction. Plug PN:31375877...
SMB17-2017A — EQUIPMENT
VOLVO CARS SERVICE AND PARTS BUSINESS SERVICE MANAGER BULLETIN TITLE : RETAIL CAR DELIVERY PROCESS ALL MY 2016 S60 , V60 , XC60 , XC70 AND S80 GROUP : NO:ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : UNITED STATES AND CANADA 17 2016A SERVICE OPERATIONS REFERENCE BULLETINS :DATE: SMB 17 - 017,TJ...
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2015 VOLVO S80
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the VOLVO S80
- 2010 VOLVO S80 — 36 complaints
- 2011 VOLVO S80 — 8 complaints
- 2012 VOLVO S80 — 11 complaints
- 2013 VOLVO S80 — 8 complaints
- 2014 VOLVO S80 — 1 complaint
- 2015 VOLVO S80 (current)
- 2016 VOLVO S80 — 7 complaints
Other VOLVO Models
- VOLVO XC90 — 2,131 total complaints
- VOLVO S60 — 1,655 total complaints
- VOLVO V70 — 1,177 total complaints
- VOLVO XC60 — 846 total complaints
- VOLVO S70 — 780 total complaints
- VOLVO 850 — 732 total complaints
- VOLVO S40 — 677 total complaints
- VOLVO V70XC — 521 total complaints