2008 Volvo S80 Volvo S80 2008

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2008 Volvo S80 repairs by problem area

Engine (23%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (15%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (37%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (8%)

Other (4%)

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2008 Volvo S80 suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (11%)

$1000 - $2499 (11%)

$500 - $999 (11%)

$100 - $499 (22%)

< $100 (44%)

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Chart based on 9 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 Volvo S80 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 281hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

82000 mi control arm 
92000 mi Front Struts replaced under warranty due to clunking when going over bumps 
141000 mi

US $900
Lower control arms leaking from the bushings 

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2008 Volvo S80 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 182hp 2.4L I5 Diesel 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

91140 mi Noisy steering. Changed the fluid 

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2008 Volvo S80 4dr Sedan

235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

94000 mi

US $2500
Front shocks replaced 
120000 mi

US $80
alignment $80 
8866 mi

A $1400
Replaced 4x electronic shock absorbers. Normally struts are considered are wear and tear item when they leak, a dealer quote of $8000 just for parts gets you thinking! Eventually ordered from the Czech republic for a fraction of the cost. 
111600 mi

A $200
Steering pump leaking fluid. Part purchased but not fitted. 
53200 mi Vibration with a high-pitch squeal caused concern. Temple, TX Volvo Service found both front bearings required replacing. Repair was done with under 50,000 miles, 6-months after purchasing certified pre-owned certified from Austin Dealer 
119000 mi

US $295
Trailing arm bushing, caused loud(embarrassing) metal to metal squeaking. From rear of vehicle any time a bump was hit and eventually anytime the weight shifted in the vehicle Strut mounts very badly rusted and replaced with new struts also 

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2008 Volvo S80 Suspension Problems

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