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Volvo, 780 Common Issues

1. Oil leaks from valve cover gasket

Occurrence: 15%Cost to repair: $300

Symptoms:

Engine oil leak from under the hood, engine noise


2. Rear main seal leak

Occurrence: 12%Cost to repair: $800

Symptoms:

Oil on the ground or in the rear of the car, excessive oil consumption


3. Transmission solenoid pack failure

Occurrence: 20%Cost to repair: $1000

Symptoms:

Unusual noise from transmission, slipping or hesitation between gears


4. Ignition coil failure

Occurrence: 18%Cost to repair: $250

Symptoms:

Engine misfires, rough engine performance


5. Catalytic converter failure

Occurrence: 22%Cost to repair: $1200

Symptoms:

P0118 and P0128 fault codes, poor fuel economy, unusual exhaust noise


6. Rear axle bearing failure

Occurrence: 16%Cost to repair: $900

Symptoms:

Rear differential whine or vibration, rough ride


7. Coolant leak from water pump

Occurrence: 14%Cost to repair: $450

Symptoms:

Overheating engine, low coolant level, steam or vapor coming from under the hood


8. Faulty oxygen sensor(s)

Occurrence: 12%Cost to repair: $200

Symptoms:

P0130 and P0141 fault codes, poor fuel economy, unusual engine performance


9. Rear brake shoe failure

Occurrence: 11%Cost to repair: $600

Symptoms:

Squealing or grinding noise from the rear brakes, excessive wear on brake pads


10. PCV system clog or blockage

Occurrence: 13%Cost to repair: $350

Symptoms:

Engine oil leak from under the hood, unusual engine performance

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