2002 Volvo S80 vs 2003 Volvo S80
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2002 Volvo S80 | 2003 Volvo S80 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 42 | 26 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 183 | 183 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported mileage | 104,445 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Volvo S80 | Volvo S80 |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 11 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 7 | 3 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 | 5 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 3 |
| Suspension | 4 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Hesitation / surging | 5 | 0 |
2002 Volvo S80
2003 Volvo S80
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.