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2005 VOLVO S80

6 recalls Risk Grade: C+ Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #09V483000 Plain English
Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Manufacturer
VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
What Happened
The fuel pump in your Volvo is the part that sends gasoline from the tank to your engine. Over time, in hot climates and with varying fuel quality, this pump can develop hairline cracks in its metal flange.
Risk if Unfixed
If the cracks appear, you might smell fuel and see a leak. If there's an ignition source nearby, this could lead to a fire.
Free Fix
Your Volvo dealer will inspect the fuel pump and replace it with a redesigned, safer version – for free. Schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2001-2005 S80, MODEL YEAR 2001-2004 V70, S60, XC70 AND MODEL YEAR 2003-2005 XC90 VEHICLES SOLD IN OR REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF ALABAMA, ARIZONA, ARKANSAS, CALIFORNIA, FLORIDA, GEORGIA, HAWAII, KENTUCKY, LOUISIANA, MISSISSIPPI, NEVADA, NEW MEXICO, NORTH CAROLINA, OKLAHOMA, SOUTH CAROLINA, TENNESSEE, TEXAS, UTAH, VIRGINIA AND THE U.S. TERRITORIES. WHEN EXPOSED TO CERTAIN ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS (HOT CLIMATE AND TEMPERATURE CYCLING) OVER TIME AND IN COMBINATION WITH VARYING FUEL QUALITY, THE FUEL PUMP CAN DEVELOP CRACKS IN THE FUEL PUMP FLANGE.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IF THE CONDITION OCCURS VEHICLE OWNERS MAY NOTICE FUEL SMELL AND/OR FUEL LEAK WHICH, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FUEL PUMP INSTALLED IN THE VEHICLE, AND IF NECESSARY REPLACE THE FUEL PUMP WITH A PART OF A MODIFIED DESIGN. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 15, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
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Critical #07E023000 Plain English
Component

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER

Manufacturer
CARDONE INDUSTRIES, INC.
What Happened
The master cylinder is a critical part of your vehicle's brake system. It's responsible for building pressure to apply the brakes. In some cases, the seal on this master cylinder can fail, causing brake fluid to leak out.
Risk if Unfixed
If the brake fluid leaks, your brakes won't work properly, making it harder to stop your vehicle. This could lead to a serious accident, especially on steep hills or when driving at high speeds.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the faulty master cylinder with a new one, but in this case, you'll need to contact Cardone directly, as they're offering a repurchase of the defective part. You can reach them at 1-800-777-4780.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID CAN RESULT IN POOR BRAKING PERFORMANCE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Original — 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.
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High Priority #21V766000 Plain English
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AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Manufacturer
Volvo Car USA, LLC
What Happened
The air bag in your S80 or S60 is designed to protect you in a severe front crash. However, the propellant inside the air bag can degrade over time, especially in hot and humid conditions.
Risk if Unfixed
If the air bag inflates and the propellant explodes, sharp metal pieces could fly towards you or other passengers inside the car, potentially causing serious injury or even death.
Free Fix
Your Volvo dealer will replace the faulty air bag with a new, safer one at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2001-2006 S80 and 2001-2009 S60 vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the driver's air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 29, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Car customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R10125.
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Moderate #10V566000 Plain English
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EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

Manufacturer
VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
What Happened
The Garmin GPS device in your vehicle is a portable unit that relies on a small battery. In certain cases, this battery can overheat.
Risk if Unfixed
If the battery overheats, it could catch fire, which could cause damage to your vehicle or surrounding areas.
Free Fix
Visit the Garmin website to check if your GPS unit is affected, and then take it to a Volvo dealer for a free replacement battery and a spacer to be installed next to the PCB.
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Original — What Happened
VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH GARMIN 760 PORTABLE GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (GPS) UNITS BECAUSE THE BATTERIES ON THOSE UNITS MAY OVERHEAT.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
AN OVERHEATED BATTERY COULD LEAD TO A FIRE.
Original — 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.
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Moderate #05V529000 Plain English
Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:SOLENOID

Manufacturer
VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
What Happened
There's a potential problem with the electrical system in your vehicle, specifically with the starter solenoid. A small mistake in the manufacturing process could cause a short circuit, leading to a safety issue.
Risk if Unfixed
If not fixed, you could experience smoke coming from under the hood, difficulty starting the car, and even a potential fire if you're driving when the short circuit happens.
Free Fix
Don't worry, this is a free fix! The dealership will inspect your vehicle and make an adjustment to the starter solenoid to prevent the short circuit from occurring. They'll do it for you at no cost, and you can contact Volvo at 1-800-458-1552 for more information.
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Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, DUE TO AN ERROR IN THE FACTORY ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION, THE B+TERMINAL MAY BE IN CONFLICT WITH THE STARTER MOTOR SOLENOID. IF THIS OCCURS, THE CONFLICT BETWEEN THE B+TERMINAL AND THE STARTER MOTOR SOLENOID MAY DEVELOP INTO A SHORT CIRCUIT OF THE BATTERY CABLE TO GROUND.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
SMOKE MAY APPEAR FROM UNDER THE HOOD AND IT MAY BE IMPOSSIBLE TO START THE CAR. IF THE SHORT CIRCUIT HAPPENS DURING DRIVING, ELECTRICAL POWER COULD BE LOST RESULTING IN THE WARNING LAMPS BEING DEACTIVATED. AN ELECTRICAL SHORT COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND INCREASE DISTANCE BETWEEN THE B+TERMINAL AND THE STARTER MOTOR SOLENOID BY ADJUSTING THE TERMINAL. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 31, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
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Low Priority #06V375000 Plain English
Component

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Manufacturer
VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
What Happened
The label on your vehicle shows the recommended tire inflation and loading information. In some cases, this label was printed incorrectly, which could lead to using the wrong tire pressure or load.
Risk if Unfixed
If you're not using the right tire pressure or loading, a tire could blow out while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will send you a corrected label to attach to your vehicle, which is free, and you should return it to the dealer as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
CERTAIN VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THE LABEL DENOTING THE TIRE AND LOADING PRESSURE INFORMATION IS INCORRECT.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A MISPRINTED LABEL WOULD LEAD TO IMPROPER VEHICLE LOADING SPECIFICATIONS OR TIRE INFLATION WHICH COULD RESULT IN A TIRE FAILURE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL MAIL THE CORRECT LABELS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
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Browse by Component

EQUIPMENT
2 recalls
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
1 recall
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
1 recall
AIR BAGS
1 recall
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 recall

Other VOLVO S80 Years

2016
2 recalls
2015
2 recalls
2014
1 recall
2013
3 recalls
2012
3 recalls
2011
4 recalls
2010
5 recalls
2009
5 recalls
2008
7 recalls
2007
5 recalls
2006
4 recalls
2004
5 recalls
2003
6 recalls
2002
5 recalls
2001
8 recalls
2000
5 recalls

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