Volvo S80: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 5,462 Volvo S80 cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 1998 and 2016.
In a sample of 394 cars, 60.4% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, more often than average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is tyre pressure incorrect (10.7% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 14 recalls for this model; 9% of registered cars still have an open recall.
3% have an odometer reading the RDW marks as illogical, a sign of a rolled-back odometer.
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Most common APK defects
| Defect | Cars |
|---|---|
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 10.7% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 9.1% |
| Number plate light not working (properly) / missing | 8.4% |
| Position light not working (properly) | 7.6% |
| Tyre damaged | 6.9% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 6.3% |
| Drive shaft boot damaged and not sealing | 5.6% |
| Indicator colour deviates or not permitted | 5.3% |
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 4.8% |
| Steering dust boot damaged, not sealing | 4.8% |
Share of 394 sampled cars (first registered 2012–2021) with this defect at an APK inspection since 2024. RDW Open Data: Geconstateerde Gebreken.
Common advisories
| Tyre(s) with tread depth of 1.6 to 2.5 mm | 12.9% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 6.3% |
| Steering or kingpin ball joint wear up to 1.0 mm | 4.1% |
| Shock absorber leaking | 0.3% |
| Rust damage, thickness reduced by more than 15% | 0.3% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 5,462 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 9% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 3% |
| Used as a taxi | 0.5% |
| First registered | 1998 to 2016 |
All Volvo S80 passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020-11-27 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | – | 0 |
| 2020-10-22 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 9,906 |
| 2020-07-08 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 21,376 |
| 2020-07-06 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 12,186 |
| 2020-06-29 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 102,166 |
| 2019-12-17 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 7,683 |
| 2019-12-17 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 9,810 |
| 2019-07-03 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 36,793 |
| 2019-01-24 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 17,022 |
| 2016-11-10 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 14,106 |
| 2016-02-08 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 55 |
| 2015-09-23 | electrical system | – | 472 |
| 2015-02-23 | transmission and drivetrain | – | 688 |
| 2014-01-13 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 265 |
Recalls registered with the RDW for this model; not every recall applies to every car. Check a plate to see if one is open.
Questions
How often does the Volvo S80 fail the APK?
In a sample of 394 cars first registered 2012–2021, 60.4% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Volvo S80?
The most common APK defects are: tyre pressure incorrect (10.7%), tyre tread depth insufficient (9.1%), number plate light not working (properly) / missing (8.4%).
Does the Volvo S80 have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 14 recalls. 9% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
Other Volvo models
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Source: RDW Open Data (Gekentekende voertuigen, Geconstateerde Gebreken, Terugroepacties), CC0. Model grouping by Factline from RDW trade names. AI agents: factline.dev/llms.txt.