This page covers 3 recalls and EPA fuel economy for the 2012 Volvo S80.
21–23 mpg combined
10.2–11.2 L/100km
Midsize Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 2 tested variants for this model year.
The 2012 Volvo S80 has 3 recalls, the most serious involving the front seatbelts and airbags — a wire harness under the front seats can pull loose when the seat is adjusted, causing airbags to deploy incorrectly or not at all in a crash, and preventing the seatbelt pretensioner from tightening.
A separate seatbelt recall covers the front restraint system more broadly: the seatbelt assembly may not secure the occupant properly, raising the risk of injury in a crash. On the drivetrain side, a software error in the transmission control module can prevent the automatic transmission from downshifting when the car decelerates — for example, failing to drop from fifth to fourth gear while coasting — which can cause engine RPMs to fall unexpectedly and the engine to stall, leaving the driver with reduced control at highway speeds.
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.
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Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
A software error in the transmission control module may prevent the transmission from downshifting properly, such as when coasting downhill.
What the fix does
Dealers will upgrade the transmission control module software at no cost to restore proper downshifting function.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The wire harness under the front seats may not be properly attached to the seat frame. When you adjust the seat position, the loose harness can get pulled and disconnect.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the wire harness under your front seats and secure it properly if needed. This repair is free.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
