AI Damage2007 Volvo S80: common problems
Owners of the 2007 Volvo S80 filed 24 complaints with NHTSA, most often about structure and electrical system. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Owner complaints
- 24
What fails most often
- 1 Structure 25% of all complaints
- 2 Electrical system 17% of all complaints
- 3 Engine 17% of all complaints
- 4 Steering 17% of all complaints
- 5 Visibility 17% of all complaints
- 6 Exterior lighting 8% of all complaints
- 7 Fuel system 4% of all complaints
- 8 Seat belts 4% of all complaints
- Structure: 6 complaints (25% of all).
- Electrical system: 4 complaints (17% of all).
- Engine: 4 complaints (17% of all).
- Steering: 4 complaints (17% of all).
- Visibility: 4 complaints (17% of all).
Engines and transmissions
US-market versions per EPA. On the right: how many NHTSA complaints name this engine or transmission type.
- 3.2 L · petrol · 6 cyl
- 4.4 L · petrol · 8 cyl
- automatic, 6-speed
Drive: AWD, FWD
Symptoms owners describe
How many of the 24 NHTSA complaints mention each symptom (automatic count from complaint text; one complaint can mention several).
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Structure | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel system | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 3 | 0 | 0 |
What owners report
Short excerpts of NHTSA complaints in the original wording. These are owner statements not verified by NHTSA; personal data removed.
Mine is bad enough that pushing it lightly from the inside to create a significant gap in the window and the frame of the A pillar. There are many forums and reports of this exact problem and Volvo has yet to voluntarily recall these cars.
Warning light on dashboard indicated right front headlamp out. Repair shop removed and replaced original component with new component. Internal inspection of light assembly revealed missing insulation(photos attached) on wiring harness causing a short circuit which also ruined the headlight igniter and control module.
Excessive rust is forming on my front subframe and in some places has rusted completely through. Small perferations were noticed at repair facility and I was told that it will need to be replaced. It cannot be welded/repaired.
Severe subframe rust due to excessive heat from the exhaust on the v8 models of the volvo s80s only. Dealer said the excessive heat will melt the paint off, causing rust to attract to the subframe.
This car really has a bad transmission problem and it jerks soo bad it been doing that for a long time
Front sub-frame which holds engine/transmission/front suspension has significant external and internal corrosion. Advancing corrosion will effect steering and engine mount causing a loss of control. Car parked when noticed, 5/14/2019. Believed to be problem with all volvo s80 with v8 engine.
Corrosion had greatly deteriorated parts of the frame which supports the front suspension, steering and engine. I was told that replacement was the only option to avoid a potentially catastrophic failure while driving. Close examination revealed significant loss of structural integrity of the subframe.
Driver door lock and latch mechanism seems to glitch out, leaving door impossible toclose . It tends to reactivate after driving for a few minutes with the door open warning light on. Weather doesnt seem to effect it like frozen locks. This issue has happened on randomly even on 50 degree days.
When owners complained
NHTSA complaints by filing year. The peak shows at what age the problems show up most.
Comparison
By complaint count this model year ranks 7,585 of 36,656 model years in the NHTSA data (top 21% most complained about).
On average one model year of the S80 has 50 complaints (19 years in the data). This year has 24, below average.
What to check before buying
- Structure. Rails, pillars, panel gaps, signs of pulling or welding.
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Steering. Steering play, power assist, rack and tie rods after a wheel impact.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Volvo S80?
Owner complaints to NHTSA most often mention: structure, electrical system, engine. Total complaints: 24. The most frequent symptoms in complaint texts: rust, corrosion (21%), oil leak or consumption (13%), steering or power steering problems (13%).
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2007 Volvo S80?
NHTSA lists 0 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2007 Volvo S80 from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2007 models
Read also
Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-05.