2007 Volvo S80: problems, recalls and reliability

“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. The subframe is a critical component to the car, unfortunately although volvo has said this is a common problem on the v8 models, they will not do anything to fix the problem. This is the only place my vehicle has rust, and the car is undercoated yearly.”Owner report · Structure · Oct 2020

“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.”Owner report · Suspension · May 2019

“The front subframe of my vehicle was found to be unsafe by the volvo dealer in my area. 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. Volvo service staff told me this was a common problem for this model s80 v8.”Owner report · Structure · Mar 2019

“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. It seems to be a common issue on the volvo forums.”Owner report · Electrical System · Jan 2019

“Windshield leak. After a recent rain storm (april 2017), the passenger side carpeting was soaked. Took the car to my local volvo dealership and they verified the windshield seal was leaking (unsound) at the top. They referred me to a local auto glass company who told me they have seen this on several volvo's where the seal was not properly bonded at the factory. I have searched for recalls, bulletins,etc. But have not found any information regarding this defect. If in fact it is a factory deficiency I believe I should be reimbursed for the repair or replacement of the windshield.”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · Apr 2018

“The passenger side head light while I was driving home from work bulb went out had message stating bulb failure replaced bulbs and within 2 days. Lights were out again and the wiring connected to head lights were frayed as if they had shorted out or had melted and the back side signal on passenger side stopped working the car was being driven at that time”Owner report · Exterior Lighting · May 2017

“Tl* the contact owns a 2007 volvo s80. While the contact's husband was driving 30 mph and making a turn, an abnormal "pop" sound was heard and the steering wheel became difficult to turn without warning. The vehicle was driven to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the power steering hose failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the steering failed again. The vehicle was taken back to the independent mechanic who diagnosed that the power steering pump/reservoir failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.”Owner report · Steering · Jan 2017