Is the 2014 Volvo S80 reliable?

Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2014 S80 has a complaint index of 0, the lowest among all 12 model years of the S80, with only 1 complaint filed.

What problems does the 2014 Volvo S80 have?

NHTSA lists only 1 complaint for the 2014 S80, involving the Transmission & Powertrain area, reported at 1,000 miles.

Does the 2014 Volvo S80 have any recalls?

Yes, one recall (campaign 20V378000) covers seat belt anchor cables on the front seats; it is not a do-not-drive recall.

What year Volvo S80 should I avoid?

Among S80 years, 2008 and 2010 have complaint indexes of 100 and 91 with Avoid verdicts, while 2014 has the lowest complaint index of any year at 0.

How does the 2014 S80 compare to other S80 years?

The 2014 model ranks 12th of 12 years by complaint index, making it one of the lowest-risk years, alongside 2016 which is rated Best.

2014 Volvo S80 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

No verdict The 2014 Volvo S80 has a complaint index of 0, the lowest of any year in this model's 12-year span, with just 1 complaint and 1 recall on record. It ranks 12th out of 12 years, meaning it is one of the lowest-risk model years for this model.

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

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index: 0/100; #12 of 12 S80 years
Verdict: No verdict; vs. other years of this model
Complaints: 1; unique NHTSA reports
Recalls: 1; distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes: 0; reported in complaints
Fires: 0
Injuries: 0
Top issue: Transmission & Powertrain
Best nearby year: 2016; rated Best

NHTSA overall rating: Not rated
EPA combined MPG: 22; 19 city / 26.5 hwy
Injuries / deaths: 0 / 0

2014 Volvo S80 recalls

1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.

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.

2014 Volvo S80 fuel economy and fuel cost

City: 19 MPG
Highway: 26.5 MPG
Combined: 22 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA): $2,950; 15,000 mi/yr
Fuel: Regular
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.

2014 compared with other S80 years

Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best

Year	Verdict	Index	Complaints	Recalls	MPG
2012	Good	45	8	3	22
2013	Avoid	82	8	3	21.5
2014	No verdict	0	1	1	22
2015	Good	27	7	2	25.5
2016	Best	9	6	2	29

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2014 Volvo S80 reliable?: Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2014 S80 has a complaint index of 0, the lowest among all 12 model years of the S80, with only 1 complaint filed.
What problems does the 2014 Volvo S80 have?: NHTSA lists only 1 complaint for the 2014 S80, involving the Transmission & Powertrain area, reported at 1,000 miles.
Does the 2014 Volvo S80 have any recalls?: Yes, one recall (campaign 20V378000) covers seat belt anchor cables on the front seats; it is not a do-not-drive recall.
What year Volvo S80 should I avoid?: Among S80 years, 2008 and 2010 have complaint indexes of 100 and 91 with Avoid verdicts, while 2014 has the lowest complaint index of any year at 0.
How does the 2014 S80 compare to other S80 years?: The 2014 model ranks 12th of 12 years by complaint index, making it one of the lowest-risk years, alongside 2016 which is rated Best.