One problem related to engine belts and pulleys has been reported for the 2000 Volvo S80. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2000 Volvo S80 based on all problems reported for the 2000 S80.
The contact owns a 2000 Volvo S80. While driving 35 mph, all of the dashboard warning lights illuminated and the engine completely failed. The contact was able to pull to the side of the road. The vehicle would not restart and was towed to the dealer. The dealer stated that the engine needed to be replaced and that the cause of failure was a failed timing belt tensioner. The current and failure mileages were 97,000.