2002 Volvo S80 Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 12about this part
- Share
- 29%of 42 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 141,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 12 complaints about the fuel system of the 2002 Volvo S80, 29% of the 42 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 141,000 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Over the last 1.5 ' 2 years the vehicle 2002 Volvo S80 has displayed a fuel odor in the interior of the vehicle and close proximity of the exterior in the summer months. June of 2008 received warranty notice from Volvo that there has been a voluntarily extended warranty to cover the fuel pump for vehicles that displayed a fuel odor. January 8, 2009 I took the vehicle to the local Volvo dealership for routine maintenance and displayed the letter sent by Volvo in regards to the failure of the fuel pump. …”
NHTSA complaint #10254386, filed 2009-01, 141,000 miles“We have a 2002 Volvo s 80 that had a fuel pump leak that looks like our model had an issue with. We had a strong gas smell inside the car. There's a campaign number to it... 09v483000. We're still having an issue with it.”
NHTSA complaint #11046476, filed 2017-11“The contact owns a 2002 Volvo S80. While driving 30 MPH, the accelerator pedal traveled to the floorboard and smoke appeared under the hood. The vehicle was taken to several unknown independent mechanics who determined that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 160,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10995331, filed 2017-06, 160,000 miles“The contact owns a 2002 Volvo S80. The contact stated that there was a strong fuel odor inside and outside of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 09v483000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 170,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10786103, filed 2015-10, 170,000 miles“The contact owns a 2002 Volvo S80. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled and failed to start when the key was turned in the ignition. The contact also stated the vehicle hesitated to start even with a full tank of fuel. The contact noticed a fuel leak and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 09v483000 (fuel system, gasoline), but the VIN was not included. The failure mileage was 248,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10980093, filed 2017-04, 248,000 milesRelated recalls
- 09V483000Dec 18, 2009Volvo 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…Covers: Volvo S80 2001–2005, V70 2001–2004, S60 2001–2004 +2 more
Related service bulletins
- 10167728Mar 22, 2017This is a Technical Journal: Washer system layout for identifying leakage points REF NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : United States and Canada TJ 25153 Technical Service…
- 10032599Jun 26, 2008Volvo service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. Fuel pump extended warranty. For eligible vehicles that are beyond the manufacturer warranty period, volvo…
- 10023657Apr 16, 2008New fuel pump for starting problems when parked downhill. *nj updated 6/5/08.
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 1 | 17% |
| 2010 | 3 | 11% |
| 2009 | 1 | 6% |
| 2008 | 7 | 27% |
| 2007 | 1 | 4% |
| 2006 | 1 | 8% |
| 2005 | 5 | 33% |
| 2004 | 14 | 28% |
| 2003 | 8 | 31% |
| 2002 | 12 | 29% |
| 2001 | 17 | 10% |
| 2000 | 41 | 13% |
| 1999 | 29 | 15% |
Other parts of the 2002 Volvo S80
11 complaintsBrakes
4 complaintsElectrical system
4 complaintsSuspension
4 complaintsVehicle speed control
4 complaintsAir bags
3 complaintsEngine
3 complaintsEngine cooling
3 complaintsOther or unknown
3 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaintsSeat belts
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2002 Volvo S80
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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