CarRecallWatchThe 2003 Volvo S80 has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 26 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 fire, 4 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Fuel System, Gasoline (5 reports).
2003 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 2003 Volvo S80 problems
Problem areas named in the 26 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 |
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 3 |
| Air Bags | 3 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Electronic Stability Control | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
What owners report
See attached document for complaint
In Tank Fuel Pump, problem was leaking at top of pump @ the inlet at the outlet & return valve, crack in the plastic mold. Was giving off fumes, totally unhealthy and waitin for someone to light up a cigarette for a total car explosion and death for all occupants. I have replaced the pump myself. Local Dealer wanted 1100 plus to replace out of my budget This in my view it should have been done by recall, local Jim Volvo of Portland, Oregon said no, out of warranty period. I disagree, If unrepaired, I would have been risking me and my family or occupants in the vehicle at the time. There are still many of these cars and other models & years that I found my research on the web that has had t
The lovely GM transmission suddenly decided to not shift while going uphill. Pushing the accelerator just made the RPMs go up and up while the car did nothing. Then a warning light. Transmission service Then limp mode. And all I could do literally was go 5 mph then. It occurred as I was turning at a light. I did call my local volvo dealer who kind of laughed about the price of a new transmission and told me that was all I could do.
The contact owns a 2003 Volvo S80. The contact received a notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V766000 (Air Bags). The dealer had been notified about the recall and an appointment was made for the recall repair. The contact then received a call that the appointment was cancelled due to parts not yet being available. The manufacturer was also notified of the recall and also stated that parts were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
The vehicle has a recall and Volvo told me I have to drive 8 hours to another state to get it fixed by the closest dealership. I cannot do that - I need to have it fixed locally
2003 Volvo S80 questions
Does the 2003 Volvo S80 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2003 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; Equipment:Other:Labels. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Volvo S80?
Based on 26 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel System, Gasoline (5), Electrical System (4), Exterior Lighting (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 2003 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.