Faults:

Brake booster failure.

Stabilizer bar failure.

Window lift mechanism failure.

Transmission, O2 sensor "service urgent" warning lights inappropriate for actual repair needed.

General Comments:

My chief complaint is that the computer codes read at the dealership may not accurately reflect the real repair needed: for example, the codes may indicate the need for new O2 sensors when all the car needs is the gas cap tightened. Similarly, my dealership asked me to pay $3800 for a new transmission when a flush was all that was needed. Owners should confirm the problem before spending the big bucks.

Faults:

New Steering Rack at 61k. New Swaybar links. New pulley. CD player does not work. AC Compressor replaced. ABS sensor replaced. Speed control sensor replaced. Mass air control sensor replaced. Hoses re-routed. Throttle control replaced.

This is above and beyond the recall items.

General Comments:

I bought this car used and knew there were a couple things that needed repaired. However, after only 6 weeks, it's been in the shop twice, w/numerous issues. It wouldn't start at all this last time. This car has not been wrecked, or salvaged... yet the mechanics/electronics of the car appear to be a nightmare. I hope I'm wrong. But, why would a luxury car, with 60k on it, need so many repairs and major component replacements. I've had my Saab for 6 years, 140k on it... and in all that time, never spent more than $500 on repairs. Maintenance is expected... but replacement unnecessary.

Faults:

The struts on the right front bent from normal wear and tear and needed replacing. Even though the car was under certified warranty program, the warranty conveniently did not include this defect (even though other aspects of the strut were included under the warranty). Cost was over $800.00 for the work.

The tail brake lights fail every 3 months and need replacing. Although a minor issue, I'm not sure that a more problematic short in the electronic system is causing the problem.

The air conditioner coolant valve leaked. After 4 trips to the dealer and after spending $800.00, the unit needed to be replaced for another $1200.00.

The electronic accelerator module went bad shortly after the certified warranty expired. Cost, $1200.00 to replace. Again, not sure that a short in the electronic system is the culprit.

General Comments:

The Volvo S80 T-6 appears to be a nice car. However, every time I go to the dealer even for a routine maintenance check, I drop between $800-$1000. I seriously question the worth of the car because of its reliability.