CarRecallWatchThe 2002 Volvo S80 has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 42 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 2 fires.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (11 reports).
2002 Volvo S80 recalls
Driver air bag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments at occupants
The driver's frontal air bag inflator in these Volvo S60 and S80 vehicles may rupture when the air bag deploys.
Driver Airbag May Rupture and Spray Metal Fragments
Certain 2001-2003 Volvo S60 and S80 vehicles registered in listed Southern and territorial states may have a driver-side frontal airbag inflator that can rupture when the airbag deploys.
Most common 2002 Volvo S80 problems
Problem areas named in the 42 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 11 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 7 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 |
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Suspension | 4 |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 3 |
| Air Bags | 3 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2002 Volvo S80. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V681000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was notified and informed the contact that the part was not yet available. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
The contact owns a 2002 Volvo S80. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the odometer would go black. The contact stated that the electrical system of the vehicle would fail causing all of the functions to start flashing, the brakes to stutter, and the transmission to fail. The contact stated no warning lights would be illuminated as the control panel would go black. The vehicle was not taken to a local dealer or independent mechanic to have it diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure and informed the contact that they could not assist. The failure mileage was approximately 220,000.
The contact owns a 2002 Volvo S80. The contact stated that the instrument panel malfunctioned and failed to illuminate while driving. The contact also stated that the vehicle failed to accelerate above 20 MPH while the accelerator pedal was depressed. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed of an electrical failure that affected the brakes and the transmission. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The contact also mentioned that she had received NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V681000 (Air Bags) however, the part was not yet available. The approximate fai
WHEN THE VEHICLE WARMS UP FROM START IT WILL NOT MOVE FORWARD OR REVERSE IT STARTED AT LIKE 30 MILES AND I PARKED THE CAR TILL I COULD GET IT FIXED NOW WHEN THE CAR JUST WARMS UP (NOT GETS HOT) IT WILL NOT ENGAGE TRANS I HAVE ON MORE SENSER TO CHECK BUT THE CAR WILL MOVE WHEN YOU FIRST START IT BOTH FORWARD AND BACK BUT WHEN IT WARMS UP IT STOPS
WE HAVE A 2002 VOLVO S 80 THAT HAD A FUEL PUMP LEAK THAT LOOKS LIKE OUR MODEL HAD AN ISSUE WITH. WE HAD A STRONG GAS SMELL INSIDE THE CAR. THERE'S A CAMPAIGN NUMBER TO IT... 09V483000. WE'RE STILL HAVING AN ISSUE WITH IT.
2002 Volvo S80 questions
Does the 2002 Volvo S80 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2002 Volvo S80: Driver air bag inflator may explode, sending metal fragments at occupants; Driver Airbag May Rupture and Spray Metal Fragments; Equipment:Electrical:Navigational System(Global Positioning System); Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Volvo S80?
Based on 42 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (11), Fuel/Propulsion System (7), Fuel System, Gasoline (5).
How do I check if a recall on my 2002 Volvo S80 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.