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Volvo S80 repairs by problem area
Engine (37%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)
Brakes and Traction Control (5%)
Suspension and Steering (18%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (23%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)
Other (6%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 613 repairs.
Volvo S80 transmission repair cost distribution
$2500+ (19%)
$1000 - $2499 (9%)
$500 - $999 (14%)
$100 - $499 (28%)
< $100 (30%)
Chart based on 43 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2014 Volvo S80 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 13000 mi | New transmission that was delivered with car failed software test. Volvo authorized replacement of transmission with new transmission under warranty. |
2010 Volvo S80 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 281hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 12000 mi | There was a grinding sound coming from the rear differential. It was diagnosed as needing repair by an independent shop. We put off the repair because the warranty had expired and stopped driving the car. |
| 71000 mi US $5700 |
Replaced rear differential. $5800 |
2010 Volvo S80 4dr Sedan
311-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 76000 mi US $700 |
Transmission fluid change |
2009 Volvo S80 4dr Sedan
235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 227000 mi US $700 |
Replaced Drive Axle |
| 104609 mi US $188 |
Also replaced all CV boots, |
| 32000 mi | Transmission has shudder when vehicle is cold. Left car with dealer overnight and told there was no problem. Second time in for this issue. |
2008 Volvo S80 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 281hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 80500 mi | Transmission valve body replaced |
2008 Volvo S80 4dr Sedan
235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 88660 mi | Shuddering and Jerking was being experienced when driving between 40-80km and during gear shifts (automatic transmission) Shuddering and Jerking was being experienced when driving between 40-80km and during gear shifts (automatic transmission). Transmission system changed |
| 88040 mi A $7000 |
Transmission failed driving down the highway. This is a "non service" item according to the service schedule. Even though are serviced at 142k km it was too late. The AT burnt up including the torque converter spigot melting. |
2007 Volvo S80 4dr Sedan
311-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 73000 mi US $40 |
Transmission very infrequently shifts hard 1st to 2nd |
| 79000 mi | Transmission always seemed to shift odd. I finally checked the fluid level as dealer said they could not due to transmission temperature. Dealer had changed fluid 12/2012. Found level 28 ounces low. No leaks. Shifts properly with correct fluid level. |
| 35340 mi | new rear diff. dem pump since a code that the Tech found was showing an intermittent short to ground. reimbursed by selling dealer. |
| 90000 mi US $725 |
Had the drivers side axle boots repacked and replaced. alignment. |
2005 Volvo S80 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed automatic AWD
| 106245 mi US $125 |
Updated comp. sys., determined transmission failing. |
2004 Volvo S80 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed automatic FWD
| 107000 mi US $255 |
Gearshift lever would not move out of park. Towed to shop, part of shift lever and parts related to shift lever mechanism replaced. |
| 143880 mi A $800 |
Linear solenoid replacement |
2004 Volvo S80 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed automatic AWD
| 89500 mi US $2000 |
Leaking front differential seal. They took it apart, cleaned components, and re-sealed it. |
2004 Volvo S80 4dr Sedan
194-horsepower 2.9L I6 4-speed automatic FWD
| 93500 mi US $110 |
Shifter lock out switch broke, car could not be shifted out of "P" and thus could not be driven. Unit replaced at dealer. |
2004 Volvo S80 4-door
turbocharged 5-cylinder diesel automatic 2WD
| 211000 mi | Had a transmission failure service urgent message appear on screen while I was driving. An Andy advised that tranny needed overhaul or change I sold the car without repair. |
2003 Volvo S80 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 268hp 2.8L I6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 130 mi US $4500 |
TRANSMISSION REPLACEMENT BY THE DEALER |
2003 Volvo S80 4dr Sedan
194-horsepower 2.9L I6 4-speed automatic FWD
| 119000 mi US $3900 |
rebuild transmission |
| 120000 mi US $250 |
REPLACED LEFT FRONT AXLE |
2001 Volvo S80
Engine not specified
| 82000 mi US $3000 |
Transmission slipping between gears. |
2001 Volvo S80 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 268hp 2.8L I6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 125930 mi US $40 |
Transmission began slipping--lasted about 1 month--then completely went out. Replaced transmission--7 days in shop---never shifted right and slipped--currently back at shop. 2nd rebuilt transmission replacement went bad after about 30 miles...towed back to original repair shop...tranny replaced again (transmission #4). Paid $40.00 to flush coling system. |
| 126000 mi | I purchased this car in Nov 2010. It is again in the same shop for the 5th time...to replace the transmission. Yes, this will be the 5th time the transmission has been replaced. They can't seem to get it right...towed 5 times. I purchased this car in Nov 2010. It is again in the same shop for the 5th time...to replace the transmission. Yes, this will be the 5th time the transmission has been replaced. They can't seem to get it right...towed 5 times. |
| 130000 mi | The 5th transmission is now slipping, just like all the others...only a matter of time...yet another tow expense...I will soon be trding this vehicle in...days with Volvo are about over...(and with my local auto repairman as well). |
| 119300 mi US $700 |
Car had transmission slip, replaced with used transmission. |
| 121800 mi US $1000 |
Transmission pressure control solenoid. Replaced solenoid. |
| 113500 mi US $4000 |
I change trami 3 time and still was not working good. had to sell and lose money on it. |
2001 Volvo S80 4dr Sedan
194-horsepower 2.9L I6 4-speed automatic FWD
| 230000 mi US $200 |
Replaced the seals on the transmission. Transmission had a slow leak. Could have gone another six months with this problem but decided to replace now as preventative. |
2000 Volvo S80
Engine not specified
| 140000 mi US $400 |
Transmission Service Urgent code. S1 code suggests Shift Solenoid problem. Replaced and problem still exists, mechanic says transmission needs replacement. Couldn't have told me $400 earlier, now I have new solenoid and no tranny. DO NOT BUY A VOLVO! |
2000 Volvo S80 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 268hp 2.8L I6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 158000 mi | Transmission going. cost more that the book value of the car. Not going to repair car just replace car. |
| 131000 mi US $500 |
transmission seal replaced. |
2000 Volvo S80 4dr Sedan
197-horsepower 2.9L I6 4-speed automatic FWD
| 202000 mi US $200 |
CV shaft boot leaking on drivers side outer. Replaced entire axle shaft. |
| 119300 mi US $12000 |
tranny clutches burnt up |
| 209000 mi US $1100 |
Transmission started slipping severely. Car was towed to transmission shop for complete rebuild. CV axles were replaced. |
1999 Volvo S80
Engine not specified
| 166000 mi US $450 |
The car would not shift. Cable had broken inside. Replaced with used shifter |
| 142600 mi | transmission light turning on |
| 75000 mi US $266 |
Shift indicator cable broke. Cable and labor $266 |
| 97380 mi A $1200 |
Front right inner CV boot replaced. |
1999 Volvo S80 4-door
turbocharged 6-cylinder hybrid automatic 2WD
| 185380 mi €300 |
Leaking seal of drive axle in gearbox |
1999 Volvo S80 4-door
turbocharged 6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 144000 mi US $70 |
Replaced broken trans torque bushing $65 for part plus shipping ~$70 total because I wasn't looking where I was jacking. The 2x4 in the top of my jack to 'pad' the cars frame obstructed my view and RUSHING I ended up lifting by the end of the bushing |
| 119000 mi US $300 |
and CV axle coupling were leaking. Took 4 days to repair because parts had to be ordered. $15 parts the rest was labor |
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