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Volvo S80

2004–2008 only

148 classified complaints 5 recalls

2004–2008 Volvo S80 models have 148 classified complaints on record for these years specifically, plus 5 recalls. The most common issue in this range is Body control and other modules, typically surfacing around 60,500 miles.

Computed directly from stored federal records for 2004–2008 model years only — not blended with the rest of this vehicle's production run. See the full Volvo S80 report for every year combined.

Where this range fits

1999–2003

2004–2008

2009–2013

Complaints filed per 5-year model-year window — highlighted bars link to their own dedicated page.

What breaks, and when — 2004–2008 only

Body control and other modules · Electrical 23 complaints

Median onset: 60,500 miles.

Tends to show up earlier than this model's other issues.

Fuel pump and sending unit · Fuel system 15 complaints

Median onset: 120,500 miles.

More common in older model years. · Typical repair: $630–$1,700 nationally.

Airbags, seatbelts and restraints · Body and interior 14 complaints

Median onset: 58,421 miles.

Tends to show up earlier than this model's other issues. · More common in newer model years.

Cooling system: radiator, water pump, thermostat, fan · Engine 10 complaints

Median onset: 101,000 miles.

More common in newer model years. · Typical repair: $260–$1,910 nationally.

Wiring harness, grounds and connectors · Electrical 10 complaints

Median onset: 104,200 miles.

Tank, lines and filler · Fuel system 9 complaints

Median onset: 113,500 miles.

More common in older model years.

Subframe, cradle and frame corrosion · Suspension 8 complaints

Median onset: 142,000 miles.

Tends to show up later than this model's other issues. · More common in older model years.

Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting · Transmission 7 complaints

Median onset: 90,218 miles.

More common in older model years.

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From owner-filed complaints to NHTSA, not independently verified. Federal mileage reporting on recent complaints is sparse — see how it works. Cost ranges are national estimates from book labor hours and parts pricing, not this vehicle's actual repair history — they don't account for your location or shop type.

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Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation — complaints and recalls, scoped to 2004–2008 model years. See the full Volvo S80 report for every year and full specs/safety data.