2015 Volvo S80 Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
GoodComplaint Index
27/100
#9 most-complained of 12 S80 years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2015 Volvo S80 has 7 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 27 out of 100 — #9 highest of 12 S80 model years (verdict: Good). The most reported problem area is engine (3 complaints, 43% of the total). Complaints report 1 crash and 1 injury.
- Complaints
- 7
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes / fires
- 1 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 1 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 25.5
- 22 city / 32 hwy
Top 2015 Volvo S80 problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Engine3 (43%)
- Other2 (29%)
- Transmission & Powertrain2 (29%)
- Airbags1 (14%)
- Lane Departure1 (14%)
- Structure & Body1 (14%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires1 (14%)
2015 Volvo S80 recalls
2 NHTSA recall campaigns 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.
- NHTSA 13V377000Aug 21, 2013Electrical System7,767 vehicles
Electrical system
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.
Risk: 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.
2015 Volvo S80 fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 22 MPG
- Highway
- 32 MPG
- Combined
- 25.5 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $2,600
- 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.
2015 compared with other S80 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2015 Volvo S80 a reliable year?
- Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2015 Volvo S80 ranks #9 of 12 among S80 model years (Complaint Index 27/100, verdict: Good). It has 7 complaints and 2 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
- What are the most common problems with the 2015 Volvo S80?
- The most reported problem areas are engine (3 complaints), transmission & powertrain (2 complaints), and airbags (1 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 36,000 miles.
- Does the 2015 Volvo S80 have any recalls?
- Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2015 Volvo S80, most recently reported 2020, covering seat belts and electrical system.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2015 Volvo S80?
- EPA rates the 2015 Volvo S80 at 25.5 MPG combined (22 city / 32 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,600. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.