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2007 Volvo S80 Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

Caution

Complaint Index

55/100

#6 most-complained of 12 S80 years

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

The 2007 Volvo S80 has 24 owner complaints and 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 55 out of 100 — #6 highest of 12 S80 model years (verdict: Caution). The most reported problem area is structure & body (6 complaints, 25% of the total).

Complaints
24
Recalls
5
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
19
16 city / 24 hwy

Top 2007 Volvo S80 problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Structure & Body6 (25%)
  2. Electrical System4 (17%)
  3. Engine4 (17%)
  4. Steering4 (17%)
  5. Visibility & Wipers4 (17%)
  6. Other3 (13%)
  7. Suspension, Wheels & Tires2 (8%)
  8. Brakes1 (4%)
  9. Fuel System1 (4%)
  10. Seat Belts1 (4%)
2007 Volvo S80 complaints: complaints filed per month3Jan 2008Aug 2011Dec 2015Nov 2016Dec 2017Apr 2019Oct 2020Feb 2022
30 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jan 2008 to Oct 2023; peak Nov 2016 (3).

2007 Volvo S80 recalls

5 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 20V378000Jun 30, 2020Seat Belts308,260 vehicles

    Seat belts:front

    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 secure the occupant in the event of a crash.

    Risk: 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.

  2. NHTSA 11V378000Jul 26, 2011Steering8,406 vehicles

    Steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections

    Volvo is recalling certain model year 2007 s80 passenger cars manufactured from march 8, 2006, through may 16, 2007. The power steering reservoir return hose may have been incorrectly routed, which can result in increased pressure in the power steering system. The power steering return hose may burst at the steering gear due to the increased pressure, resulting in a loss of power steering fluid.

    Risk: The driver may experience a sudden loss of power steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Volvo dealers will inspect the routing of the power steering reservoir return hose and make repairs as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during august 2011. Owners may contact volvo at 1-201-768-7300.

  3. NHTSA 10V566000Nov 8, 2010Other416 vehicles

    Equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)

    Volvo is recalling certain vehicles equipped with garmin 760 portable global positioning system (gps) units because the batteries on those units may overheat.

    Risk: 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 inserted on top of the battery next to the pcb. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on november 18, 2010. Owners may contact garmin at 866-957-1981 or visit garmin's website at www.garmin.com/nuvibatterypcbrecall.

See all 5 recalls for the 2007 Volvo S80 →

2007 Volvo S80 fuel economy and fuel cost

City
16 MPG
Highway
24 MPG
Combined
19 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$4,200
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel
Premium
Current regular gas
$4.32/gal
national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2007 compared with other S80 years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100200520062007200820092010201120122013201420152016
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2005Good3615520
2006Best1812321
2007Caution5524519
2008Avoid10026718.5
2009Caution6416518

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2007 Volvo S80 a reliable year?
Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2007 Volvo S80 ranks #6 of 12 among S80 model years (Complaint Index 55/100, verdict: Caution). It has 24 complaints and 5 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Volvo S80?
The most reported problem areas are structure & body (6 complaints), electrical system (4 complaints), and engine (4 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 90,000 miles.
Does the 2007 Volvo S80 have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2007 Volvo S80, most recently reported 2020, covering seat belts, steering, other, and suspension, wheels & tires.
What is the fuel economy of the 2007 Volvo S80?
EPA rates the 2007 Volvo S80 at 19 MPG combined (16 city / 24 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,200. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.