This page covers 3 recalls and EPA fuel economy for the 2013 Volvo S80.
21–22 mpg combined
10.7–11.2 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 2013 Volvo S80 has 3 recalls, the most serious involving the front seatbelts, which may not properly secure an occupant and raise the risk of injury in a crash.
A software error in the tire pressure monitoring system causes a "TPMS Service Required" warning to appear after about 15 minutes of highway driving, effectively disabling the system and leaving the driver without any alert if a tire loses pressure. An underinflated tire can overheat and blow out. On the drivetrain side, a separate software error in the transmission control module can prevent the automatic transmission from downshifting when coasting, which may cause engine RPMs to drop too low and the engine to stall unexpectedly.
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 bug in the Central Electronic Module causes a false "TPMS Service Required" message after 15 minutes of driving above 25 mph, blocking the tire pressure warning system from alerting you when a tire is low.
What the fix does
Dealers will reprogram the vehicle's tire pressure monitoring system software at no cost to restore proper tire pressure warnings.
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.
