Volvo S80 owners have reported 53 steering related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 16 most common steering problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering (7 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's hydraulic power assist steering system (6 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
A batch of metal used for the steering wheel trim prematurely wears down at the base of the steering wheel in 2 locations out of sight with normal use and becomes razor sharp. When turning the wheel, the spinning razor edge can cause the driver to lose control due to sudden pain due to slicing into Read details...
The contact owns a 2004 Volvo S80. While making a sharp turn at an unknown speed, the power steering activated and made the vehicle difficult to turn. The dealer replaced the power steering rack. There had been no further occurrences since the repair. Read details...
My wife was driving home from work and noticed that the car was making a squealing noise as she made right and left hand turns. When she got home I checked the power steering reservoir and found that it was empty. There was no warning of this happening, there was no fluid on the floor of the garage. Read details...
The contact owns a 1999 Volvo S80. While driving 40 mph, the vehicle began to slow down and the abs and engine indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated that the trollis system needed to be replaced. Read details...
The last time I had the car serviced the representative at the dealership said that there were issues with the power steering reservior. He said that they had apparently made it of the wrong plastic and when it heats it expands and will leak fluid, possiblly failing. Read details...