Three problems related to gasoline engine have 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.
Consumer states while driving 60 mph the engine shut causing lost of power steering. Mr.
Car has has many returns to dealer in first 20,000 miles for mechanical problems. No safety defect listed.
Engine and car completely shut down on 2 occasions (4/13/01 and 7/27/01). Mass air flow sensor replaced initial instance and software updaed. Ignition nd fuel injection fault tracing. Unable to isolate cause second instance. Intermittent communication fault at electronic throttle module. Unable to duplicate problem. Refuse pick-up of the car at royal Volvo since very concerned about safety issues. Have notified Volvo customer services twice, Volvo dealership, NHTSA, office of attorney general. Thorough letter being sent to NHTSA, center for auto safety, and office of attorney general on 8/6/01. Please thoroughly review the content. Major concerns----have found at least 6 other instances of the same problem. Will send all documentation in the express letter being sent. Call if any questions and leave an 800 number for responses. Urge you to please take note. . . . This issue is broader than my own.