The 2002 Volvo S80 has two recalls, both concerning the driver's side airbag inflator, which can explode during deployment and send metal fragments into the cabin, raising the risk of serious injury or death.
The inflator degrades over time when exposed to high humidity and heat cycling, making this a particular concern for vehicles registered in warm, humid climates such as the Gulf Coast states, Hawaii, and U.S. territories. Because both recalls address the same underlying defect, confirming the repair has been completed is especially important for owners in those regions.
At a glance
What can fail
The driver's air bag inflator may explode when deployed due to propellant degradation from long-term exposure to high humidity, high temperatures, and temperature cycling.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the driver's air bag at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The driver side frontal air bag inflator can rupture during deployment, releasing metal fragments into the passenger compartment.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the driver side air bag module at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
