The 2008 Volvo S80 has 5 recalls, the most serious affecting V8-equipped models where the engine mount bracket can break and allow the engine to shift position unexpectedly. Front seatbelts on certain vehicles have a pretensioner defect where the belt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash. On the cooling side, a software error in the fan control module can cause the engine cooling fan to stop working, leading to rapid coolant temperature rise and potential engine failure if left unaddressed. There is also a fuel system concern where the central electronics module may fail to activate the fuel pump; a driver might start the car briefly on residual fuel pressure, but the engine will stall once that pressure drops. A compliance recall rounds out the list: the tire pressure monitoring system uses an incorrect trigger level, and the tire information label and owner's manual both list wrong maximum inflation pressures.
At a glance
What can fail
The flexible steel cable connecting the seat belt to front seats can weaken over time, potentially preventing the seat belt from properly securing an occupant during a crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the seat belt anchor cable in both front seats.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The tire and loading information label and owner's manual list incorrect maximum tire inflation pressure. The tire pressure monitoring system software has an incorrect warning trigger level.
What the fix does
Dealers will install a corrected tire and loading information label, update the owner's manual label, and reprogram the tire pressure monitoring system software.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The Central Electronic Module software may fail to signal the fuel pump to start. The engine may start using residual fuel pressure but will stall after a short distance, causing loss of power.
What the fix does
Dealers will upgrade the Central Electronic Module software.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
A software error in the fan control module may cause the engine cooling fan to stop working, reducing air conditioning performance and allowing engine temperature to rise rapidly.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the fan control module at no charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Some 2008 XC90 and S80 models with V8 engines may have incorrect bolts securing the engine mount.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the engine mount bolts for correct markings and replace the bracket and bolts if needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
