2000 Volvo S80
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
5 recalls name the 2000 Volvo S80. Newest first.
Volvo IS recalling certain vehicles equipped with garmin 760 portable global positioning system (gps) units because the batteries on those units may overheat.
Risk and remedy
Risk
An overheated battery could lead to a fire.
Remedy
Volvo advises owners to please stop using the garmin portable gps device immediately, and visit the garmin website to determine if their unit IS affected. the unit's battery will be replaced with a new battery and a spacer will be inserted on top of the battery next to the pcb. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on november 18, 2010. owners may contact garmin at 866-957-1981 or visit garmin's website at www.garmin.com/nuvibatterypcbrecall.
Certain cardone master cylinders with part numbers 10-2925, 10-2987, 10-2987mza, 10-3083, 11-3015, 11-3042, 11-3044, 11-3045, 11-3047, 11-3064, and 11-3156, and with date codes lower than dca7078 sold as replacement equipment for use on the vehicles listed above. the seal on master cylinder can fail and leak brake fluid.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Loss of brake fluid can result in poor braking performance, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Cardone will notify owners and offer to repurchase any defective master cylinders. the recall began during april 2007. owners can contact cardone at 1-800-777-4780.
On certain passenger vehicles, a combination of throttle positioning sensor irregularities, a dirty throttle housing, and/or inefficient software calibration may cause a warning lamp to light and the subsequent onset of limp home modes.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This resulted in a high number of vehicles going into the limp home mode without need.
Remedy
Dealers will install the current software upgrade onto the involved vehicles. the recall began on december 29, 2006. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles, under certain operating conditions, some electric cooling fans may overheat potentially causing heat damage and, in rare instances, a fire in the engine compartment.
Risk and remedy
Risk
A fire in the engine compartment could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the cooling fan. the recall began on november 29, 2004. customers should contact volvo cars at 1-800-458-1552.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. over time, the ball joint between the front wheel king pin and the suspension link arm, can experience increased looseness.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This condition could affect the ball joint's durability and performance.
Remedy
Dealers will replace both front ball joints.
Owner complaints
318 complaints16 involved a crash8 involved a fire13 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Vehicle speed control
The contact owns a 2000 Volvo S80. The contact stated that while at a complete stop, the vehicle intermittently hesitated in responding while depressing the accelerator pedal. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated during the failure. The contact called the dealer…
The contact owns a 2000 Volvo S80. The contact stated that while at a complete stop, the vehicle intermittently hesitated in responding while depressing the accelerator pedal. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated during the failure. The contact called the dealer and the manufacturer and was informed that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 06V441000 (Vehicle Speed Control) which he linked to the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.
- Air bags · Electrical system · Unknown or other
Swapped battery at o'reilly's auto parts. All manufacturer safety protocols followed. After swapping out w/new battery: climate control module not working- srs airbag 'service urgent' errors. Volvo quoting $2500 to replace ccm, $800 for rebuild-process. Dim IS also fried. No heat or a/c- airbag…
Swapped battery at o'reilly's auto parts. All manufacturer safety protocols followed. After swapping out w/new battery: climate control module not working- srs airbag 'service urgent' errors. Volvo quoting $2500 to replace ccm, $800 for rebuild-process. Dim IS also fried. No heat or a/c- airbag accidental deployment risk. quick search online shows this IS a volvo issue specific to S60, S80 & XC70 models (all years) filed compliant w/vt state ag- cap 2020-07438 original repair order attached
- Service brakes
I want to make you aware of a very serious car accident that my mother had on 9-5-18. She was driving her 2000 volvo S80 when her car began to accelerate on its own. She was not able to control the car. My mom had her foot on the brake but that did not stop the vehicle. Unfortunately, at that point…
I want to make you aware of a very serious car accident that my mother had on 9-5-18. She was driving her 2000 volvo S80 when her car began to accelerate on its own. She was not able to control the car. My mom had her foot on the brake but that did not stop the vehicle. Unfortunately, at that point the car was out of control hitting and banging up all the cars around it. Then the car finally smashed into another car stopping the out of control car. My mom was seriously hurt and taken to the hospital. She had emergency surgery to repair her aorta that tore from the crash. She also broke her sternum. I am devastated by what happened to my mom. I feel that it IS extremely important that you and volvo are made aware of this tragic situation that occurred by this volvo S80.
- Fuel system, gasoline
Vehicle has the smell of fuel. The 2001-2005 models have a recall for this same issue because of the plastic on the fuel pump flange cracking. Many owners of the 2000 models are reporting this issue. The fuel pump IS the same used on the 2000 year model as the 2001-2005 so the 2000 should be part…
Vehicle has the smell of fuel. The 2001-2005 models have a recall for this same issue because of the plastic on the fuel pump flange cracking. Many owners of the 2000 models are reporting this issue. The fuel pump IS the same used on the 2000 year model as the 2001-2005 so the 2000 should be part of the recall also. The smell of fuel IS not just unpleasant but dangerous. I have a 11 month old son who rides in my car and it would be tragic if something happened to my family or someone else. You can search google and see many other owners reporting issues in the 2000 model volvo S80. Please do something about this. Thank you! *tr
- Electrical system · Fuel/propulsion system · Unknown or other
I was driving and my car lights and all the electronic stop working and turn off
- Fuel system, gasoline
TL* the contact owns a 2000 volvo S80. The contact noticed a fuel odor near the rear seat of the vehicle and the fuel gauge indicator drastically decreased. The contact discovered an excessive amount of fuel leaking on the ground near the rear side of the vehicle under the fuel tank. The vehicle…
TL* the contact owns a 2000 volvo S80. The contact noticed a fuel odor near the rear seat of the vehicle and the fuel gauge indicator drastically decreased. The contact discovered an excessive amount of fuel leaking on the ground near the rear side of the vehicle under the fuel tank. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump flange was cracked. The manufacturer stated that the vin was excluded from nhtsa campaign number: 09v483000 (fuel system, gasoline). The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 65,000. update 01/15/16 ma updated 02/04/16. *Jb updated 03/04/16*lj updated 03/14/16.*jb
- Engine and engine cooling · Seat belts · Visibility
My driver seat belt just locked up and I am unable to get it to release. All of the housing inside car appears to be cracking. I have had the two front windows repaired over and over again. And now I can't even let my front windows down. I have also paid to have the throttle body repaired. Not to mention how many times I have had to replace the O2 sensors. *tr
- Fuel system, gasoline
Within the past few days, I've gotten many complaints about the foul smell of gasoline lingering on my vehicle. Sure enough, I take it to a mechanic and the fuel pump IS visibly moist on the exterior from an obvious fuel leakage. I researched "volvo S80 fuel pump" and found a recall IS in place.…
Within the past few days, I've gotten many complaints about the foul smell of gasoline lingering on my vehicle. Sure enough, I take it to a mechanic and the fuel pump IS visibly moist on the exterior from an obvious fuel leakage. I researched "volvo S80 fuel pump" and found a recall IS in place. The recall starts from 2001 models and ranges up to 2005 models and IS due to the material used in the fuel pump (recall campaign 09v-483). Since my vehicle IS a 2000 model, my local volvo dealership said "i do not meet the qualifications". My concern IS if the material used in the assembly of the fuel pump changed from S80 2000 to 2001 models. I would like to be notified what material was used for S80 2000 models versus the material used for S80 2001 models and make sure that the material for S80 2000 models "may not develop cracks due to exposure to certain environmental conditions and varying fuel quality" as does the S80 2001 material. Thank you very much. *tr
- Fuel system, gasoline · Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
Component: fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump there IS a strong smell of raw gasoline both inside and outside the vehicle. gasoline IS dripping from the fuel system directly below the position of the fuel pump. the vehicle IS registered in sarasota, florida, a warm weather climate. all…
Component: fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump there IS a strong smell of raw gasoline both inside and outside the vehicle. gasoline IS dripping from the fuel system directly below the position of the fuel pump. the vehicle IS registered in sarasota, florida, a warm weather climate. all indications point to recall number R220. this recall begins with the 2001 volvo S-80 and therefore does not include my 2000 model year. I contend that the recall should be expanded to include 2000 model year volvos. v483000 vehicles in warm weather climates may develop a fuel leak car recalls volvo S80 recall 09v483000 vehicles in warm weather climates may develop a fuel leak engine, january 15, 2010 repairpal expert overview our quick take: vehicles operated in certain warm weather climates may develop a fuel smell and/or leak. original recall from the nhtsa model year(s): 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 mfr's report date: january 15, 2010 nhtsa campaign ID number: 09v483000 nhtsa action number: pe09039. *tr
- Fuel/propulsion system
TL* the contact owns a 2000 volvo S80. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 mph, the vehicle began to smell of fuel. The failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis. The mechanic stated that the fuel pump need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 126,000.
- Engine · Fuel system, gasoline · Service brakes
While stopping or turning at low speeds the cars idle speed will fluctuate from a complete stop up to 1100 rpms. Most of the time between 500 & 1100 rpms ! When the car stops running while I am trying to turn a corner , the power steering of coarse does not work and its hard to steer it. I did take…
While stopping or turning at low speeds the cars idle speed will fluctuate from a complete stop up to 1100 rpms. Most of the time between 500 & 1100 rpms ! When the car stops running while I am trying to turn a corner , the power steering of coarse does not work and its hard to steer it. I did take it to a volvo dealer, & they said it needed a new throttle sensor & computer software change, & it would cost me $2400. I can't find out if any of the recalls have ever been done #R155, R146, nhtsa I.D. #626114 & I.D. #10018801. the previous owner had the car for three years & did not receive and recalls notices. Most of the time the car runs fine, I have driven it over 40,000 miles now with the check eng. Light on & off. The check engine light will stay on for a day or too & go off for three or four days at a time. I would really like to know if any of the recalls have ever been done to this car. *tr
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
TL* the contact owns a 2000 volvo S80. The contact noticed a fuel odor inside the vehicle and the fuel gauge indicator had drastically decreased. The contact discovered an excessive amount of fuel leaking on the ground near the passenger side rear tire directly under the fuel tank. The vehicle was…
TL* the contact owns a 2000 volvo S80. The contact noticed a fuel odor inside the vehicle and the fuel gauge indicator had drastically decreased. The contact discovered an excessive amount of fuel leaking on the ground near the passenger side rear tire directly under the fuel tank. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the fuel pump flange was cracked. The manufacturer stated that the vin was excluded from nhtsa campaign number: 09v483000 (fuel system, gasoline). The vehicle was not repaired. The vin was unavailable. The approximate failure mileage was 126,000.
- Engine
TL* the contact owns a 2000 volvo S80. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 mph, the vehicle suddenly stalled. The contact indicated that the defect had occurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who was unable to diagnose the problem. The manufacturer was notified of the defect. The vin was not available. The failure mileage was 85,000.
- Engine · Structure › Body
As I was driving I heard a bang and saw smoke coming from underneath and behind the passenger seat and quickly fire spreading throughout the back of the vehicle. The rear window blew out. the car would not stop as I drove the vehicle off the street. I had to throw myself out of the vehicle. the entire vehicle was inflamed and exploded. *tr
- Fuel/propulsion system
This car been parked since mid may 2012 with 2 problems, cvvt & inlet hoses. I had the battery charged & the inlet hose fix, so it could go into the shop for inspection. aug.13 I put the plates on it & drove it for the 1ST time at night to drop it off at the shop for inspection. Which I had…
This car been parked since mid may 2012 with 2 problems, cvvt & inlet hoses. I had the battery charged & the inlet hose fix, so it could go into the shop for inspection. aug.13 I put the plates on it & drove it for the 1ST time at night to drop it off at the shop for inspection. Which I had spoken with 2 days earlier.. The morning of aug 14, I call the shop and was informed my car had a fuel pump leak. I than call the volvo corp. Cause it had issue a recall for the fuel pump. Just to be told it wasn't on my car & I'm responsible for the repair.. This car gave no warning or smell of gas about a defected fuel pump. This wasn't around the corner drive for me. it a blessing cause this could've been bad...as a woman I like to know, how it went bad just sitting there?.. *tr
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 2000 volvo S80. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle and exiting, the driver's side, passenger's side and the curtain air bags deployed inadvertently. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnosis but the technicians could not determine a cause for the failure.…
TL* the contact owns a 2000 volvo S80. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle and exiting, the driver's side, passenger's side and the curtain air bags deployed inadvertently. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnosis but the technicians could not determine a cause for the failure. The manufacturer was notified and agreed to cover the cost of the repairs. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 120,000 and the current mileage was 135,000.
- Air bags
I changed the battery and the airbag warning light went on. Went to volvo dealer and was told that control module IS dead and it cost me $900 to replace air bag control module. *Tr
- Air bags · Electrical system · Exterior lighting
While driving my 2000 volvo S80 about 20-25mph all the sudden lost power to all my gauges, dashboard lights, power windows, & power locks. The radio was the only device that was working. The following message was displayed srs-airbag service urgent. I have noticed a difference on my brake pedal…
While driving my 2000 volvo S80 about 20-25mph all the sudden lost power to all my gauges, dashboard lights, power windows, & power locks. The radio was the only device that was working. The following message was displayed srs-airbag service urgent. I have noticed a difference on my brake pedal that it does not respond as well as it use too there IS a short delay when stepped on. Before this incident I had noticed a clicking noise on the driver side when a came to a stop like a relay chattering & also the ac would come on when the car IS turned off. At times the following message would appear frequently alarm needs servicing. I don't know what IS causing this malfunctions but if its a manufacturing problem volvo should be liable on correcting the problem & provide us with a safe vehicle. *tr
- Fuel/propulsion system
TL* the contact owns a 2000 volvo S80. The contact stated that fuel fumes were emitted into the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the fuel pump and the fuel assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted who did not offer…
TL* the contact owns a 2000 volvo S80. The contact stated that fuel fumes were emitted into the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the fuel pump and the fuel assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included on any recalls. The failure mileage was 100,000 and the current mileage was 128,000.
- Visibility/wiper
TL* the contact owns a 2000 volvo S80. The contact stated that while driving 60 mph, the windshield wipers began working on their own. For the duration of the drive, they kept turning on and off intermittently. The contact had to pull the fuse to stop the failure and complete his trip. The dealer…
TL* the contact owns a 2000 volvo S80. The contact stated that while driving 60 mph, the windshield wipers began working on their own. For the duration of the drive, they kept turning on and off intermittently. The contact had to pull the fuse to stop the failure and complete his trip. The dealer was contacted but offered little assistance. The manufacturer was notified but offered no assistance. The failure and current mileages were 146,000... Updated 08-07-12 *bf updated 08/09/12
- Suspension
TL* the contact owns a 2000 volvo S80. The contact stated that the vehicke began to shake while driving 25 mph. The contact maneuvered to the shoulder and noticed that the front driver's tire detached from the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for a diagnosis. The dealer had yet to…
TL* the contact owns a 2000 volvo S80. The contact stated that the vehicke began to shake while driving 25 mph. The contact maneuvered to the shoulder and noticed that the front driver's tire detached from the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for a diagnosis. The dealer had yet to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was notified and they stated that the vehicle was not under the recall. The vehcile was repaired. The failure and current mileages were 175,000.
- Electrical system · Power train · Vehicle speed control
My 2000 S80 T6 stalls in traffic and loses power while driving. Whenever I stop at a traffic light, I'll have to step harder on the accelerator in order to avoid the vehicle behind me from hitting my car.sometimes it jerks so bad I feel that engine may fall off.there's no engine light on or…
My 2000 S80 T6 stalls in traffic and loses power while driving. Whenever I stop at a traffic light, I'll have to step harder on the accelerator in order to avoid the vehicle behind me from hitting my car.sometimes it jerks so bad I feel that engine may fall off.there's no engine light on or anything. I have called volvo and was told the problem IS etm but has been replaced on my car according to their records. I have taken the car to the dealership and had different components tested out and fixed but that did not solve the problem. *tr
- Power train
My 2000 S80 volvo has a defective throttle body and causes my car to completely shut off. *tr
- Engine and engine cooling
Since I bought my car from the volvo dealer last winter it has stalled on me at low rpms it also surges forward almost causing me to hit cars in front of me I brought it back to them and the dealers told me its normal because its fuel injected and they wont do anything about it.. This IS very dangerous. *tr
- Engine and engine cooling · Fuel system, gasoline
Driving on freeway at night, experienced a sudden loss of power. engine check light came on. fortunately coasted to a stop on an exit ramp. upon stopping observed smoke coming through the edges of the hood. turned off the ignition and exited the car. noticed a flame under the engine…
Driving on freeway at night, experienced a sudden loss of power. engine check light came on. fortunately coasted to a stop on an exit ramp. upon stopping observed smoke coming through the edges of the hood. turned off the ignition and exited the car. noticed a flame under the engine compartment. within one minute the front end of the car burst into flames and burned in a bright yellow fireball estimated to be 20 feet high. it burned until the fire trucks arrived 20 minutes later. the heat was extremely intense. The hood vaporized, metal parts of the engine melted, tires exploded. car had a full tank of gas and strongly suspect malfunction of fuel system. had we been trapped in the car on the freeway, there could have been four fatalities. *tr
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Throttle control malfunction
On november 14, 2006 volvo submitted a defect information report to nhtsa concerning etm failures in model year (my) 1999 through 2001 volvo models (not including the S40 and V40), my 2002 S60 and V70 with naturally aspirated engines and my 2002 v70s.according to volvo, ?a combination of throttle positioning sensor…
On november 14, 2006 volvo submitted a defect information report to nhtsa concerning etm failures in model year (my) 1999 through 2001 volvo models (not including the S40 and V40), my 2002 S60 and V70 with naturally aspirated engines and my 2002 v70s.according to volvo, ?a combination of throttle positioning sensor irregularities, a dirty throttle housing and/or inefficient software calibration may cause a warning lamp to light and the subsequent onset of limp home modes.volvo further stated that,this resulted in a high number of these vehicles going into limp home mode without need.?volvo indicated that this was the most severe consequence of an etm fault in the subject vehicles.the recall remedy IS a software upgrade introduced by volvo on march 16, 2006 in a customer satisfaction program.at the time of the notification 161,202 vehicles of the population of 331,301 had already had the software uploaded and were therefore not included in the population count of the recall. Odi?s analysis of complaints to odi and volvo, volvo field reports and warranty data found that etm failure could result in (1) engine stall; (2) mechanical limp mode; (3) lunging forward during low-speed driving maneuvers; and (4) faltering during high speed merges or when crossing traffic.odi identified 12 crashes related to etm failure, with 6 caused by lunging incidents, 3 caused by stalling incidents, 2 caused by mechanical limp mode and 1 from the faltering condition.odi's analysis of complaint data and information obtained from consumer interviews identified 1,289 incidents with safety related consequences (389.1 per 100,000 vehicles), including 479 involving engine stall (144.6 per 100,000 vehicles) and 729 involving mechanical limp mode (220.0 per 100,000 vehicles).odi's analysis of warranty claim narrative text shows at least 14,965 warranty claims with codes indicating an etm fault resulting in vehicle operation in mechanical limp mode (4.5% of the subject vehicles). Volvo?s recall addresses odi?s safety concerns with etm failures.odi will continue to monitor the subject vehicles to determine if additional action IS required.this engineering analysis IS closed.
- Throttle control malfunction
Pe05-041 was opened on july, 26, 2005, based on 136 consumer complaints to odi alleging throttle control malfunctions in the subject vehicles.odi has now received 591 complaints of etm failures which allege symptoms with potential safety related consequences.these include allegations of engine stall, vehicle surging…
Pe05-041 was opened on july, 26, 2005, based on 136 consumer complaints to odi alleging throttle control malfunctions in the subject vehicles.odi has now received 591 complaints of etm failures which allege symptoms with potential safety related consequences.these include allegations of engine stall, vehicle surging forward without accelerator input, vehicle hesitation upon acceleration and sudden and unexpected transition into reduced performance operation (limp mode).volvo submitted over 2,900 complaints concerning the etm in the subject vehicles during pe05-041.odi's preliminary analysis of a sample the volvo complaints identified approximately 55 percent with one or more of the symptoms described above.odi IS continuing its assessment of the information contained in the volvo complaints. In november 2005, to resolve an investigation by the california air resources board, volvo announced that it would extend the warranty coverage to 10 years / 200,000 miles for the etm in approximately 356,000 model year 1999 through 2002 passenger cars sold in the united states and canada.under volvo's policy, vehicles that experience etm failures will receive a variety of repairs including etm cleaning, reprogramming the engine control module and/or replacement of the etm. This investigation has been upgraded to an engineering analysis (ea05-021) to continue to assess the safety consequences of etm failures in the subject vehicles.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 11007925Information about valid Software partnumbers to order and download Software for "PDS" Pre-Delivery Service
- 10249191This is a Technical Journal: 12V Battery Testing Method
- 10241661Complimentary upgrade c00009 description.
- 10241651Rubber cushion
- 10213885The Deutronic DBL-1200 is an advanced battery maintainer/charger with the flexibility to be updated as products and repair methods evolve.
- 10213883ICUP/Google Built-In Diagnostic Operations
- 10213882Battery Charger/maintainer requirement
- 10212892Shipping and Handling of Volvo Lithium-ion 48V Mild Hybrid Battery to Global Battery Solutions (GBS)
- 10212891VIDA QR Scanner Mobile App
- 10188881Volvo?s Warranty Department tracks Retailer warranty spending by utilizing the Warranty Retailer Counseling Process (WRCP). The WRCP is used to gauge individual retailer performance on objective measures over time. By setting clear performance expectations and parameters and assisting retailers in focusing on individual processes and procedures, all retailers are provided with adequate tools to help achieve the ultimate goal of qualifying for self-authorization status.
- 10181041Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality repairs in a timely manner. Tools are classified as mandatory because associated repairs and/or diagnostics cannot be completed properly without them.
- 10179681This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Service 2.0 Software & Total Upgrade Reminder
- 10178520This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Volvo Lithium-ion Hybrid Battery Packs shipping and handling to Volvo Reman
- 10178516This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Volvo Lithium-ion Hybrid Battery Packs shipping and handling to Volvo Reman
- 10178503Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality repairs in a timely manner. Tools are classified as mandatory because associated repairs and/or diagnostics cannot be completed properly without them.
- 10177392Effective immediately, all 12V batteries may be tested using the hand held battery tester 9513030 (BT3300). The VIDA test is still available but no longer required. For battery replacements under warranty, the code generated by the BT3300 must be manually copied into the repair order text. It must also be printed and attached to the hard copy of the repair order.
- 10177386Service Manager Bulletin: Vehicle Type and Platform Information
- 10173760This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Service 2.0 Software & Total Upgrade Reminder
- 10171676Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality repairs in a timely manner. Tools are classified as mandatory because associated repairs and/or diagnostics cannot be completed properly without them.
- 10170147Service Manager Bulletin TITLE : Service Action Notification Re - Mails GROUP : NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : Product Safety & Compliance United States and Canada 00 325 REFERENCE BULLETINS : DATE : SMB00 - 323 and SMB00 - 323A YEAR MONTH DAY SERVICE SERVICE WARRANTY 2013 02 15 MANAGER WRITER ADMINISTRATOR Service Personnel : Read and initial Page 1 of 1 Volvo monitors completion rates for all service actions and will complete notification re - mails to vehicle owners when necessary . Listed below are the latest notification re - mails . Please refer to SMB 00 - 323 and SMB 00 - 323A for information on how and where to find the related Service Action documents in VRC2 and TIE . FEBRUARY RE - MAILS Action Description # of Re - Mails Service Campaign 236 Washer Reservoir Sensor Canada ? 295 Recall 129 Brake Vacuum Pump U.S . ? 3,430 Recall 245 Replace Fuel Lines U.S . ? 48 MARCH RE - MAILS Action Description # of Re - Mails Recall 246 Inspect P / S Return Hose U.S . ? 1,367 Recall 246 Inspect P / S Return Hose Canada ? 95 Recall 251 Inspect Underbody Coating Canada ? 54 Recall 255 TCM Software Upgrade U.S . ? 499 Recall 256 TPMS Warning Message U.S . ? 123 Please be prepared to accommodate vehicle owners that may contact you regarding these actions . ? Fixed Right ? First Time ? Produced in the USA and available as an electronic document . Hard copy documents are printed in USA on recycled paper containing a minimum of 50 % wastepaper and 10 % post - consumer waste . 2013 VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA , LLC
- 10169394This is a Technical Journal: Swapping control modules from vehicle to vehicle for diagnostics should be avoided. Swapping control modules may result in consequential damage to the swapped control module and in certain cases several other control modules in the vehicle. Swapping the Driver Information Module (DIM) is strictly forbidden as the DIM it is the main carrier of the odometer function, and will, in case of swapping, result in manipulated odometer value. Service: Please do NOT swap any control modules from vehicle to vehicle for testing, unless instructed to do so in a Vehicle Report by the Technical Helpdesk
- 10169393This is a Technical Journal: Swapping control modules from vehicle to vehicle for diagnostics should be avoided. Swapping control modules may result in consequential damage to the swapped control module and in certain cases several other control modules in the vehicle. Swapping the Driver Information Module (DIM) is strictly forbidden as the DIM it is the main carrier of the odometer function, and will, in case of swapping, result in manipulated odometer value. Service: Please do NOT swap any control modules from vehicle to vehicle for testing, unless instructed to do so in a Vehicle Report by the Technical Helpdesk
- 10169391Software Installation Policy changes.
- 10169390Effective immediately, all 12V batteries may be tested using the hand held battery tester 9513030 (BT3300). The VIDA test is still available but no longer required. For battery replacements under warranty, the code generated by the BT3300 must be manually copied into the repair order text. It must also be printed and attached to the hard copy of the repair order.
- 10169389This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Technician Skillset Requirments
- 10169388This is a Technical Journal: This Journal is a guide for performing Software Downloads. Service: *See guide updated Oct. 12, 2016 for relevant P5/SPA Software Download information: P5_SPA_SW_Guide.pdf See VIDA Software tab for all other vehicles.The attached checklists can be used for restoring customer settings, where applicable.
- 10169036Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality repairs in a timely manner. Tools are classified as mandatory because associated repairs and/or diagnostics cannot be completed properly without them.
- 10169030This is a Technical Journal: Oil in cooling system. New cleaning method developed.
- 10169021Service Manager Bulletin TITLE : Service Action Notification Re - Mails GROUP : NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : Product Safety & Compliance United States and Canada 00 325 REFERENCE BULLETINS : DATE : SMB00 - 323 and SMB00 - 323A YEAR MONTH DAY SERVICE SERVICE WARRANTY 2013 02 15 MANAGER WRITER ADMINISTRATOR Service Personnel : Read and initial Page 1 of 1 Volvo monitors completion rates for all service actions and will complete notification re - mails to vehicle owners when necessary . Listed below are the latest notification re - mails . Please refer to SMB 00 - 323 and SMB 00 - 323A for information on how and where to find the related Service Action documents in VRC2 and TIE . FEBRUARY RE - MAILS Action Description # of Re - Mails Service Campaign 236 Washer Reservoir Sensor Canada ? 295 Recall 129 Brake Vacuum Pump U.S . ? 3,430 Recall 245 Replace Fuel Lines U.S . ? 48 MARCH RE - MAILS Action Description # of Re - Mails Recall 246 Inspect P / S Return Hose U.S . ? 1,367 Recall 246 Inspect P / S Return Hose Canada ? 95 Recall 251 Inspect Underbody Coating Canada ? 54 Recall 255 TCM Software Upgrade U.S . ? 499 Recall 256 TPMS Warning Message U.S . ? 123 Please be prepared to accommodate vehicle owners that may contact you regarding these actions . ? Fixed Right ? First Time ? Produced in the USA and available as an electronic document . Hard copy documents are printed in USA on recycled paper containing a minimum of 50 % wastepaper and 10 % post - consumer waste . 2013 VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA , LLC
- 10168247VOLVO CARS SERVICE AND PARTS BUSINESS Service Manager Bulletin TITLE : Workshop Systems Requirements and Guidelines VIDA in 2015 , Peer - to - Peer Infrastructure GROUP : NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : United States and Canada 00 337 REFERENCE BULLETINS : DATE : YEAR MONTH DAY SERVICE SERVICE WARRANTY 2015 01 19 MANAGER WRITER ADMINISTRATOR Service Personnel : Read and initial Page 1 of 17 ? Right first time in Time ? Produced in the USA and available as an electronic document . Hard copy documents are printed in USA on recycled paper containing a minimum of 50 % wastepaper and 10 % post - consumer waste . 2015 VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA , LLC Service Manager Bulletin 00 - 337 Page 2 of 17 2015 - 01 - 19 Service Manager Bulletin 00 - 337 2015 - 01 - 19 Page 3 of 17 Service Manager Bulletin 00 - 337 Page 4 of 17 2015 - 01 - 19 Service Manager Bulletin 00 - 337 2015 - 01 - 19 Page 5 of 17 Service Manager Bulletin 00 - 337 Page 6 of 17 2015 - 01 - 19 Service Manager Bulletin 00 - 337 2015 - 01 - 19 Page 7 of 17 Service Manager Bulletin 00 - 337 Page 8 of 17 2015 - 01 - 19 Service Manager Bulletin 00 - 337 2015 - 01 - 19 Page 9 of 17 Service Manager Bulletin 00 - 337 Page 10 of 17 2015 - 01 - 19 Service Manager Bulletin 00 - 337 2015 - 01 - 19 Page 11 of 17 Service Manager Bulletin 00 - 337 Page 12 of 17 2015 - 01 - 19 Service Manager Bulletin 00 - 337 2015 - 01 - 19 Page 13 of 17 Service Manager Bulletin 00 - 337 Page 14 of 17 2015 - 01 - 19 Service Manager Bulletin 00 - 337 2015 - 01 - 19 Page 15 of 17 Service Manager Bulletin 00 - 337 Page 16 of 17 2015 - 01 - 19 Service Manager Bulletin 00 - 337 2015 - 01 - 19 Page 17 of 17
- 10167953Software Installation Policy changes.
- 10167952Descripition of Goodwill Policy and Guidelines.
- 10167915Dice Tool bulletin explaining the offer.
- 10167907This is a Service Product Journal: VIDA will not support Windows 8.1 after June 30th 2017
- 10167901This is a Technical Journal: Replacing CEM or Recommunicating with a 'sleeping' vehicle
- 10167895This is a Technical Journal: This Journal is a guide for performing Software Downloads. Service: *See guide updated Oct. 12, 2016 for relevant P5/SPA Software Download information: P5_SPA_SW_Guide.pdf See VIDA Software tab for all other vehicles.The attached checklists can be used for restoring customer settings, where applicable.
- 10167887Technical Journal TITLE : The Error Frame Finder (EFF) can be an aid in fault tracing intermittent CAN network problems by providing a visible indication of error frames that are being transmitted on the network when the fault becomes active. The advantage of using the EFF function is that error frames are usually transmitted on the network before a vehicle symptom can occur. Hence, if the fault is very intermittent in nature, it may be possible, for example, to induce the wiring fault for a short duration by manipulating the vehicle harnesses and connectors. The electrical fault will occur and be detected by the EFF without ever having a vehicle symptom appear. The instructions for setting up the tool have been simplified.
- 10167872This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Service Scheduling system enhancements. Improving Service Action/Recall scheduling.
- 10167861This is a Service Manager Bulletin: The online bookstore, www.volvotechinfo.com, serves Volvo Retailers, employees, Independent Repairers and customers throughout the United States and Canada by providing easy order-access to service, parts and owners? literature over the Internet.
- 10167854Mandatory Special Tool List
Every Volvo S80 model year
Bars are owner complaints, dots mark years with recalls. Select a year to open its report.