1999-2006 Volvo S80: Reliability
Updated: 11/23/08
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Our reliability study for this generation Volvo S80 includes details on average repair costs, manufacturer recalls, and everything you need to know to gauge the long-term reliability of this generation Volvo S80 .
Trouble Spots
Consumer Guide's® Auto Editors have scoured repair bulletins and questioned mechanics to search
for commonly occurring problems for a particular vehicle. In some cases we also give possible manufacturer-suggested
solutions. In many instances these trouble spots are Technical Service Bulletins posted by the manufacturer,
however, we have our own expert looking at additional vehicle problems.
Ball joints:
Ball joints wear prematurely and should be replaced regardless of time or mileage. (1999-2000)
Battery:
A magnetic field is created because the battery is located in the trunk and the positive battery cable is routed through the vehicle. Swedish owners who complained were offered a repair kit. (1999-2000)
Battery:
Car may not start, and warning lights for CHECK IMMOBILIZER, LOW BEAM, BRAKES may glow due to excessive resistance between the positive battery cable and the main fuse panel. (2005)
Oil consumption:
The screen in the oil filler can get loose inside the filler neck and often would've been replaced when the vehicle was in for other services. (2000)
Poor transmission shift:
On less than 10,000 vehicles, the transmission was receiving an announced software upgrade (2000-01) and those with a GM (model 4T65) transmission needed a replacement shift solenoid to correct a shudder between 2nd and 3rd gear. (1999-2000)
Vehicle noise:
Whining noise below 60 mph requires a damper on the four-wheel-drive viscous coupling. (2000)
Consumer Guide® Estimated Repair Costs
This table lists costs of likely repairs for comparison with other vehicles. The
dollar amount includes the cost of the part(s) and labor (based on $50 per hour) for the
typical repair without extras or add-ons. Like the pricing information, replacement
costs can vary widely depending on region. Expect charges at a new-car dealership
to be slightly higher.
| Item Name | Repair Cost |
| A/C Compressor | $615 |
| Alternator | $310 |
| Automatic Transmission or Transaxle | $1,340 |
| Brakes | $750 |
| Clutch, Pressure Plate, Bearing | $850 |
| Constant Velocity Joints | $740 |
| Exhaust System | $380 |
| Radiator | $350 |
| Shocks and/or Struts | $450 |
| Timing Chain or Belt | $245 |
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