Model year guide

2012 Volvo S80

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2012 Volvo S80 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 12 on record.

2012 Volvo S80 — representative photo
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2012 Volvo S80 at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints8
Typical price$17,046

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2012 Volvo S80 recalls 3

Electrical System:wiring NHTSA Campaign #12V075000 · 28/02/2012

VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 S60, XC60, S80 AND XC70 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 16, 2011, THROUGH OCTOBER 6, 2011. IN THESE VEHICLES, THE WIRE HARNESS UNDER THE FRONT SEATS MAY HAVE NOT BEEN ATTACHED PROPERLY TO THE SEAT FRAME. AS A RESULT, WHEN THE SEATS ARE MOVED TO ADJUST THE SEATING POSITION, THE WIRE HARNESS MAY GET PULLED, CAUSING IT TO DISCONNECT.

Fix: VOLVO WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, SECURE THE SEAT WIRE HARNESS. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 12, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO CARS AT 1-800-458-1552.

Power Train:automatic Transmission:control Module (tcm/pcm/tecm) NHTSA Campaign #12V317000 · 06/07/2012

VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2013 S80 VEHICLES. A SOFTWARE ERROR MAY PREVENT THE TRANSMISSION FROM DOWNSHIFTING SUCH AS SHIFTING FROM FIFTH TO FOURTH GEAR WHEN COASTING.

Fix: VOLVO WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL UPGRADE THE SOFTWARE TO THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 10, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO CARS AT 1-800-458-1552.

Seat Belts:front NHTSA Campaign #20V378000 · 30/06/2020

Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2008-2016 V70 and XC70, 2007-2016 S80, 2011-2018 S60 and V60, 2016-2018 S60 Cross Country, 2014-2020 S60L, 2009-2015 S80L, 2009-2016 XC60 and 2015-2018 V60 Cross Country vehicles. The flexible steel cable that connects the seat belt to the front outboard seating positions may fatigue over time, causing the seat belt to not secure the occupant in the event of a cr…

Fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat belt anchor cable for both front seats. The recall began December 10, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo's number for this recall is R10029.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2012 Volvo S80 common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Seats
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Wheels
Inspect wheels for bends, cracks and curb rash, and feel for vibration at highway speed.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

What's a 2012 Volvo S80 worth?

Low
$14,400
Typical price
$17,046
High
$20,300

From 12 comparable 2012 Volvo S80 listings.

2012 Volvo S80 trims & engines on record

Trims
3.2 · T6
Engines
3.2L 6-cyl 230 hp · 3.0L 6-cyl 300 hp · 3.2L 6-cyl 240 hp

2012 Volvo S80 vehicles on record

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Other Volvo S80 model years

2015 2014 2013 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999

2012 Volvo S80 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2012 Volvo S80 have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2012 Volvo S80. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2012 Volvo S80?

Based on 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, vehicle speed control, seats.

How much is a 2012 Volvo S80 worth?

Comparable 2012 Volvo S80 listings run roughly $14,400–$20,300, typically around $17,046 (from 12 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.