1999 Volvo S80 Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 24about this part
- Share
- 12%of 199 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 72,500miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 24 complaints about the suspension of the 1999 Volvo S80, 12% of the 199 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 72,500 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“During normal driving conditions at night, the low beam (dipped beam) headlights failed while out of town with my wife and two daughters. I was able to drive to a safe location using the high beams. A check of headlamp bulbs and fuses showed that everything was in good working order and I was left scratching my head. The headlights are still not working three weeks later, and I finally know why. …”
NHTSA complaint #10219993, filed 2008-03, 142,000 miles“I've replaced the struts and strut mounts twice; original owner replaced them once.... Sway bar replaced last year and whole front end has been re-built.... Now I have steering problems.. Replaced u-joint and rack....”
NHTSA complaint #10178947, filed 2007-01, 65,000 miles“Transmission problems causing dangerous driving conditions. The transmission slips when going between 2nd and 3rd. Also had issues with the engine going to 700 rpms when going 65 MPH. This is just one of the many problems. The solenoid went out in the transmission about 13000 miles ago. Currently I have three different error codes transmission service urgent , low oil pressure stop engine asap , and emission service required . I have read many other people have the same problems I have had. Nm”
NHTSA complaint #10158043, filed 2006-05, 75,000 miles“This car has several recurring problems that I have never seen on any car before. 1) electronic throttle has been replaced 2 times as well as oxygen sensors. 2) suspension parts replaced 3 times, ball joints, struts, strut mounts, frame bushings. The car still squeaks.”
NHTSA complaint #10177705, filed 2007-01, 70,000 miles“While turning in either direction the front tires rubbed the undercarriage of the vehicle . The cause has not been determined. Please provide additional information.”
NHTSA complaint #10108722, filed 2005-01, 62,000 milesRelated recalls
- 00V238000Aug 24, 2000Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Over time, the ball joint between the front wheel king pin and the suspension link arm, can experience increased…Covers: Volvo S80 1999–2000
Related service bulletins
- 10016668Jun 28, 2005Rear suspension popping/spring noise. To include volvo xc90 1999-2000.
- 10016427May 6, 2004Ball joint replacement new methods (replaces all previous methods.
- 10016416Apr 13, 2004Tightening, new ball joint nut.
Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 1 | 13% |
| 2012 | 1 | 13% |
| 2010 | 1 | 4% |
| 2008 | 1 | 4% |
| 2007 | 1 | 4% |
| 2006 | 2 | 17% |
| 2005 | 3 | 20% |
| 2004 | 5 | 10% |
| 2003 | 1 | 4% |
| 2002 | 4 | 10% |
| 2001 | 7 | 4% |
| 2000 | 29 | 9% |
| 1999 | 24 | 12% |
Other parts of the 1999 Volvo S80
53 complaintsElectrical system
35 complaintsEngine cooling
33 complaintsFuel system
29 complaintsBrakes
19 complaintsSteering
16 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
15 complaintsAir bags
10 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
8 complaintsBody and structure
6 complaintsEngine
5 complaintsExterior lighting
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1999 Volvo S80
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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