2006 VOLVO S40

3 recalls, 81 complaints - 226 TSBs

10V566000 Nov 8, 2010
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Defect Description
VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH GARMIN 760 PORTABLE GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (GPS) UNITS BECAUSE THE BATTERIES ON THOSE UNITS MAY OVERHEAT.
Consequence
AN OVERHEATED BATTERY COULD LEAD TO A FIRE.
Remedy
VOLVO ADVISES OWNERS TO PLEASE STOP USING THE GARMIN PORTABLE GPS DEVICE IMMEDIATELY, AND VISIT THE GARMIN WEBSITE TO DETERMINE IF THEIR UNIT IS AFFECTED. THE UNIT'S BATTERY WILL BE REPLACED WITH A NEW BATTERY AND A SPACER WILL BE INSERTED ON TOP OF THE BATTERY NEXT TO THE PCB. THIS SERVICE WILL B... Read more
416 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
08V033000 Jan 28, 2008
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, WEST VIRGINIA, WISCONSIN, AND THE DISTRI... Read more
Consequence
IF THIS OCCURS, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT MAY ILLUMINATE. IN SOME CASES, THE VEHICLE MAY FAIL TO START OR MAY STALL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PEM AND INSTALL IT IN A NEW LOCATION TO PREVENT CORROSION. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 20, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
23,000 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.
06V137000 Apr 24, 2006
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH T5 TURBO ENGINES, THE POLYAMIDE TUBE IN THE FUEL LINE IS SENSITIVE TO THE EXTREME TEMPERATURES THAT MAY OCCUR IN THE AREA WHERE THE TURBO/EXHAUST MANIFOLD IS LOCATED.
Consequence
THIS MAY POTENTIALLY RESULT IN FUEL LINE LEAKAGE. FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL CHANGE THE FUEL LINE MATERIAL TO TEFLON FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 5, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO CARS AT 1-800-458-1552.
16,175 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.

Complaint Statistics

81 total complaints 1 crashes 2 injuries

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM23
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM7
STRUCTURE6
ENGINE5
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY4
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING3
AIR BAGS3
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES2
STRUCTURE:BODY2
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)2
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Aug 19, 2022
Incident date: Aug 17, 2022
Check engine light came on and stays in. Vehicle always sputters to start, acceleration is sometimes slow to respond, has stalled out on a rare occasion usual on hills. I’m afraid someday I might be involved in a crash because of a lack of acceleration.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Jun 25, 2022
Incident date: Feb 8, 2022
Check engine light came on and has stayed on. Stalled out in traffic, turned the car off and it restarted and I continued. Happens two more times. Initial start up has a delay in the engine turning over. Gas pedal is slow to respond to acceleration. Verified at a garage with code reader. Suspect fau... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Dec 8, 2020
Incident date: Dec 7, 2020
IN SOME OCCASIONS CAR WON'T START AND WHILE DRIVING THE CAR IT WOULD SHUT OFF UNEXPECTEDLY CAUSING A DANGEROUS SITUATION. I BELIEVE IT'S THE PUMP ELECTRONIC MODULE WHICH IS ALREADY RECALLED IN SOME CARS. ACCORDING TO YOUR RECALL I HAVE THE EXACT SAME SYMPTOMS BUT MY VIN NUMBER IS NOT PART OF THE REC... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM May 9, 2020
Incident date: Mar 16, 2020
AFTER A LONG PERIOD OF RAIN, WATER POOLED ON REAR DRIVER AND PASSENGER FLOOR. WINDOWS WOULD NOT FUNCTION, DOOR LOCKS WOULD NOT FUNCTION, TURN SIGNALS DIDN'T WORK. INSTRUMENT PANEL FLASHED WARNINGS OF ENGINE PROBLEMS, BRAKE FAILURE, AIRBAG PROBLEMS. OFTEN LOST ENTIRE PANEL WHILE VEHICLE WAS BEING DRI... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Apr 26, 2020
Incident date: Apr 22, 2020
I WENT OUT TO START MY CAR FOR WORK AND IT WOULD NOT START LIKE IT WAS OUT OF BUT I HAVE A HALF TANK OF GAS IN IT BUT FOR SOME REASON IT SOUNDS LIKE THE FUEL PUMP/MODULE IS NOT WORKING.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Apr 13, 2020
Incident date: Dec 10, 2019
IVE HAD CAR 3 YRS AND WITHIN LAST FEW MONTHE NOTICE LARGE WATER PUDDLES ON REAR FLOORS WINDOWS WERE ALL CLOSED TOOK IT TO MY MECHANIC AND STATES CHANNELS FOR SUNROOF WERE FLAWED AS I LATER FOUND OUT UNDER COMPUTER CAR COMPLAINTS VOLVO HAD CLASS ACTION ON THIS FEW YRS BACK BUT I DID NOT OWN CAR THEN ... Read more
ENGINE Mar 18, 2020
Incident date: Sep 25, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 VOLVO S40. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE AFTER SEVERAL MINUTES AND SEVERAL ATTEMPTS. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE RESIDENCE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC BU... Read more
ENGINE Aug 2, 2019
Incident date: Aug 2, 2019
FOUND COMPLAINTS ON MULTIPLE SITES ABOUT ISSUE FOUND ON MY VEHICLE . THE OIL FILTER HOUSING CORRUGATED BREATHING HOSE WAS SO BADLY ROTTED WAS ONLY LITTLE PIECE LEFT REST FELL OFF SOMEWHERE WHILE OPERATING VEHICLE. ON TOP OF THAT ISSUE IM SSUMING DUE TO THISS PROBLEM AND IT ON GOING UNTIL I GOT CHECK... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Jul 27, 2019
Incident date: Jul 10, 2019
RECALL ON- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: DELIVERY: FUEL PUMP VOVLVO RECALL NO. 190
ENGINE Mar 18, 2016
Incident date: Jan 15, 2014
EGR OR AKA. OIL TRAP HOUSING, TUBING IS BROKEN AND SUCKING IN AIR. IMPROPER VENTILATION IS TRIPPING OFF EMISSION CODE ON DASH. BRITTLE BLACK PLASTIC HOUSING, DEFECTIVE IN NATURE AND BY DESIGN. POTENTIAL OTHER ISSUES IS THE UNWANTED PRESSURE BUILD UP IN ENGINE WHICH CAN CAUSE PREMATURE FAILURE OF O... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jan 4, 2016
Incident date: Jan 4, 2016
WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AT APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH I NOTICED MY DIM ( DRIVER INFORMATION MODULE) HAD COMPLETELY STOPPED WORKING. I WAS UNABLE TO READ MY SPEEDOMETER, RPM, FUEL LEVEL, AND ENGINE TEMPERATURE WHILE THE CAR WAS STILL RUNNING . AFTER RESEARCHING THIS ONLINE, IT APPEARS THAT THIS SEEMS ... Read more
ENGINE Dec 28, 2015
Incident date: Dec 27, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 VOLVO S40. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED WHILE THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE THE FAILURE WAS NOT DETERMINED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANU... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Dec 28, 2015
Incident date: Dec 27, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 VOLVO S40. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED WHILE THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE THE FAILURE WAS NOT DETERMINED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANU... Read more
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY Oct 5, 2015
Incident date: Oct 2, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 VOLVO S40. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND FAILED TO RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE SUN ROOF DRAINAGE SYSTEM WAS CLOGGED AND WATER ENTERED INTO THE VEHICLE WHICH CAUS... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Oct 5, 2015
Incident date: Oct 2, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 VOLVO S40. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND FAILED TO RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE SUN ROOF DRAINAGE SYSTEM WAS CLOGGED AND WATER ENTERED INTO THE VEHICLE WHICH CAUS... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Sep 17, 2015
Incident date: Sep 16, 2015
PRIOR TO THIS INCIDENT, MY CAR IDLED DOWN AND PRESSING THE GAS DID NOT PREVENT IT FROM COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND ALL OF THE LIGHTS CAME ON TO INCLUDE, WARNING LIGHTS, AIRBAG, STABILITY CONTROL, AND OTHERS INCLUDING ABS. FORTUNATELY WE HAD JUST EXITED THE HIGH... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM May 6, 2015
Incident date: Mar 23, 2015
THIS IS THE 3RD TIME THAT MY CAR HAS COMPLETELY STOPPED AND GONE IDLE WHEN I HAVE CHILDREN IN MY CAR. SINCE MARCH OF 2015 MY CAR STOPS IN THE MIDDLE OF THE BUSY HIGHWAYS IN HOUSTON. IT STARTS SHAKING AND ALSO WON'T LET ME ACCELERATE WHEN I PRESS ON THE GAS AND IT IS SO SCARY FOR ME AND MY KIDS. I HA... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) May 6, 2015
Incident date: Mar 23, 2015
THIS IS THE 3RD TIME THAT MY CAR HAS COMPLETELY STOPPED AND GONE IDLE WHEN I HAVE CHILDREN IN MY CAR. SINCE MARCH OF 2015 MY CAR STOPS IN THE MIDDLE OF THE BUSY HIGHWAYS IN HOUSTON. IT STARTS SHAKING AND ALSO WON'T LET ME ACCELERATE WHEN I PRESS ON THE GAS AND IT IS SO SCARY FOR ME AND MY KIDS. I HA... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY May 6, 2015
Incident date: Mar 23, 2015
THIS IS THE 3RD TIME THAT MY CAR HAS COMPLETELY STOPPED AND GONE IDLE WHEN I HAVE CHILDREN IN MY CAR. SINCE MARCH OF 2015 MY CAR STOPS IN THE MIDDLE OF THE BUSY HIGHWAYS IN HOUSTON. IT STARTS SHAKING AND ALSO WON'T LET ME ACCELERATE WHEN I PRESS ON THE GAS AND IT IS SO SCARY FOR ME AND MY KIDS. I HA... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 17, 2015
Incident date: Apr 13, 2015
WE HAD BEEN EXPERIENCING RAIN SHOWERS ON THE WAY TO WORK THE VOLVO TWICE HAD ALL THE LIGHTS ON THE DASH BOARD LIGHT UP BUT THE CAR DID NOT STALL. I WAS AFRAID THE AIR BAG MIGHT DEPLOY. AS SOON AS I GOT HOME I HAD MY HUSBAND CHECK TO SEE IF HE COULD LOCATE THE PROBLEM. HE FOUND WAS THAT THE CARPET... Read more
STRUCTURE Feb 4, 2015
Incident date: Dec 1, 2014
WATER LEAKED INTO MY VEHICLE THROUGH THE SUNROOF, DESTROYED THE COMPUTER AND AIR AIRBAG SYSTEM. THE CARPETS ARE SOAKED WITH STANDING WATER SITTING IN THE BODY OF THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. I TOOK MY VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP AND WAS TOLD THE SUNROOF DRAINAGE TUBES WHERE CLOGGED. I WAS ... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) Feb 4, 2015
Incident date: Dec 1, 2014
WATER LEAKED INTO MY VEHICLE THROUGH THE SUNROOF, DESTROYED THE COMPUTER AND AIR AIRBAG SYSTEM. THE CARPETS ARE SOAKED WITH STANDING WATER SITTING IN THE BODY OF THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. I TOOK MY VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP AND WAS TOLD THE SUNROOF DRAINAGE TUBES WHERE CLOGGED. I WAS ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Feb 4, 2015
Incident date: Dec 1, 2014
WATER LEAKED INTO MY VEHICLE THROUGH THE SUNROOF, DESTROYED THE COMPUTER AND AIR AIRBAG SYSTEM. THE CARPETS ARE SOAKED WITH STANDING WATER SITTING IN THE BODY OF THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. I TOOK MY VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP AND WAS TOLD THE SUNROOF DRAINAGE TUBES WHERE CLOGGED. I WAS ... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS Jan 20, 2015
Incident date: Dec 20, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 VOLVO S40. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SUNROOF LEAKED WATER CAUSING THE ELECTRICAL FUNCTIONS TO FAIL. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE DRAIN HOSE FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFAC... Read more
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY Jan 20, 2015
Incident date: Dec 20, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 VOLVO S40. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SUNROOF LEAKED WATER CAUSING THE ELECTRICAL FUNCTIONS TO FAIL. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE DRAIN HOSE FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFAC... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jan 15, 2015
Incident date: Jun 1, 2012
VEHICLE PASSENGER REAR FLOOR FLOODING CONTINUOUSLY. ONE DAY THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WOULDN'T TURN OFF AND NONE OF THE INTERIOR ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT WOULD WORK, NO POWER WINDOWS OR LOCKS. DROVE TO VOLVO, THEY STATED CLOGGED SUNROOF DRAIN AND THAT FLOORMAT HAD AFFECTED THE ECM UNDER THE STEERING COLUM... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY Jan 15, 2015
Incident date: Jun 1, 2012
VEHICLE PASSENGER REAR FLOOR FLOODING CONTINUOUSLY. ONE DAY THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WOULDN'T TURN OFF AND NONE OF THE INTERIOR ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT WOULD WORK, NO POWER WINDOWS OR LOCKS. DROVE TO VOLVO, THEY STATED CLOGGED SUNROOF DRAIN AND THAT FLOORMAT HAD AFFECTED THE ECM UNDER THE STEERING COLUM... Read more
AIR BAGS Oct 22, 2014
Incident date: Oct 22, 2014
THERE WAS NO ACCIDENT. PLEASE TELL ME WHETHER THERE IS A RECALL FOR THIS VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE LOOK UP BY VIN IS NOT WORKING ON YOUR WEBSITE. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Aug 29, 2014
Incident date: Aug 12, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 VOLVO S40. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE MORE THAN 20 MPH AND SEVERAL WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE COMPUTER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VE... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Aug 29, 2014
Incident date: Aug 28, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 VOLVO S40. THE CONTACT STATED THAT FUEL FUMES WERE PRESENT AROUND THE VEHICLE, BUT NO FUEL LEAKS COULD BE FOUND. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 133,000.
STRUCTURE Aug 26, 2014
Incident date: Mar 7, 2014
A DESIGN FLAW CAUSED FLOODING WITHIN THE CABIN OF THIS VEHICLE. THE SUNROOF DRAINAGE SYSTEM IS FAULTY AND OVER TIME LEAKS WATER INTO THE FLOOR PAN OF THE CAR, SOMETIMES ENOUGH WHERE FLOODING OCCURS. MY CAR FLOODED A FEW MONTHS BACK SO BADLY UP TO 10 GALLONS OF WATER WAS VACUUMED OUT. THE FLOODING CA... Read more
SEATS Aug 26, 2014
Incident date: Mar 7, 2014
A DESIGN FLAW CAUSED FLOODING WITHIN THE CABIN OF THIS VEHICLE. THE SUNROOF DRAINAGE SYSTEM IS FAULTY AND OVER TIME LEAKS WATER INTO THE FLOOR PAN OF THE CAR, SOMETIMES ENOUGH WHERE FLOODING OCCURS. MY CAR FLOODED A FEW MONTHS BACK SO BADLY UP TO 10 GALLONS OF WATER WAS VACUUMED OUT. THE FLOODING CA... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Aug 26, 2014
Incident date: Mar 7, 2014
A DESIGN FLAW CAUSED FLOODING WITHIN THE CABIN OF THIS VEHICLE. THE SUNROOF DRAINAGE SYSTEM IS FAULTY AND OVER TIME LEAKS WATER INTO THE FLOOR PAN OF THE CAR, SOMETIMES ENOUGH WHERE FLOODING OCCURS. MY CAR FLOODED A FEW MONTHS BACK SO BADLY UP TO 10 GALLONS OF WATER WAS VACUUMED OUT. THE FLOODING CA... Read more
AIR BAGS Aug 26, 2014
Incident date: Mar 7, 2014
A DESIGN FLAW CAUSED FLOODING WITHIN THE CABIN OF THIS VEHICLE. THE SUNROOF DRAINAGE SYSTEM IS FAULTY AND OVER TIME LEAKS WATER INTO THE FLOOR PAN OF THE CAR, SOMETIMES ENOUGH WHERE FLOODING OCCURS. MY CAR FLOODED A FEW MONTHS BACK SO BADLY UP TO 10 GALLONS OF WATER WAS VACUUMED OUT. THE FLOODING CA... Read more
STRUCTURE Jul 9, 2014
Incident date: Apr 10, 2014
THE SUNROOF LEAKS AND CAUSES PUDDLES IN FRONT DRIVER SIDE AND DRIVER SIDE PASSENGER SIDE, RUST AND MILL-DEW SMELL ALSO ELECTRICAL ISSUES IN THE VEHICLE WHY? EVEN AFTER SHORT TIME OF PURCHASING A CAR. VOLVO SHOULDN'T MAKE CUSTOMERS PAY FOR THIS EXPENSE COST SINCE MOST OF THESE ISSUES SEEM TO PLAGUE ... Read more
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY Jul 9, 2014
Incident date: Apr 10, 2014
THE SUNROOF LEAKS AND CAUSES PUDDLES IN FRONT DRIVER SIDE AND DRIVER SIDE PASSENGER SIDE, RUST AND MILL-DEW SMELL ALSO ELECTRICAL ISSUES IN THE VEHICLE WHY? EVEN AFTER SHORT TIME OF PURCHASING A CAR. VOLVO SHOULDN'T MAKE CUSTOMERS PAY FOR THIS EXPENSE COST SINCE MOST OF THESE ISSUES SEEM TO PLAGUE ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jul 9, 2014
Incident date: Apr 10, 2014
THE SUNROOF LEAKS AND CAUSES PUDDLES IN FRONT DRIVER SIDE AND DRIVER SIDE PASSENGER SIDE, RUST AND MILL-DEW SMELL ALSO ELECTRICAL ISSUES IN THE VEHICLE WHY? EVEN AFTER SHORT TIME OF PURCHASING A CAR. VOLVO SHOULDN'T MAKE CUSTOMERS PAY FOR THIS EXPENSE COST SINCE MOST OF THESE ISSUES SEEM TO PLAGUE ... Read more
ENGINE Jun 4, 2014
Incident date: Jun 26, 2013
I WAS ON HIGHWAY 410 HEADED TO I35 IN RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC AND THE POWER TO THE ENGINE SHUT OFF WHILE I WAS DRIVING.. I HAD TO GLIDE THE CAR TO SAFETY. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 11, 2014
Incident date: Oct 9, 2013
AT LEAST 5 TIMES I HAVE HAD THE CAR IN THE VOLVO DEALERSHIP. THE CAR WITHOUT WARNING, POWERS DOWN TO 50%, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS START UP, ALL THE GAUGES DROP TO ZERO POSITION AND ABS BRAKE MALFUNCTION LIGHTS LIGHT UP. IF YOU PULL OVER AND STOP, THE CAR SHUTS DOWN AND YOU CAN NOT PULL OUT THE KEY. ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jan 16, 2014
Incident date: May 15, 2010
WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT WITHOUT WARNING: ?INTERIOR LIGHTS, WIPERS ON ?ALL GAUGES WENT TO ZERO ?ALL WARNING LIGHTS, AIRBAG, STABILITY CTRL, ABS, OTHERS-ON ?NO TURN SIGNALS OR HAZARD LIGHTS ?NO DOOR LOCKS ?NO WINDOW OPERATION ?RANDOM MESSAGES SUCH AS TRUNK OPEN ?ALL PROBLEMS CONTINUING CANNOT ... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Jan 16, 2014
Incident date: May 15, 2010
WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT WITHOUT WARNING: ?INTERIOR LIGHTS, WIPERS ON ?ALL GAUGES WENT TO ZERO ?ALL WARNING LIGHTS, AIRBAG, STABILITY CTRL, ABS, OTHERS-ON ?NO TURN SIGNALS OR HAZARD LIGHTS ?NO DOOR LOCKS ?NO WINDOW OPERATION ?RANDOM MESSAGES SUCH AS TRUNK OPEN ?ALL PROBLEMS CONTINUING CANNOT ... Read more
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY Nov 8, 2013
Incident date: Nov 8, 2013
CAR WAS PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY AT MY HOUSE OVERNIGHT. WHEN I OPENED THE DRIVER'S DOOR TODAY MID-DAY, I SAW GLASS ALL OVER THE FRONT SEATS. THE SUNROOF HAD EXPLODED UPWARD. THE EDGES OF THE GLASS STILL REMAINING IN THE SUNROOF ARE CLEARLY PUSHED UP AND OUTWARD, NOT DOWNWARD INTO THE CAR AS IT WOULD B... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Sep 3, 2013
Incident date: Aug 1, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 VOLVO S40. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS WHERE IT WAS STATED THAT THE FUEL PUMP AND PUMP ELECTRONIC MODULE (PEM) NEEDED TO BE REPAIRED. THE DEALER ALSO INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT HER VIN WAS NOT INCLU... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 22, 2013
Incident date: Jul 18, 2012
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 VOLVO S40. THE CONTACT STATED WHENEVER THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ACTIVATED, HOT AIR EMITTED THROUGHOUT THE VENTS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS CONTRIBUTED TO THE AIR COMPRESSOR. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT B... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Oct 8, 2012
Incident date: Mar 10, 2012
DRIVING IN RAIN, BRAKE FAILURE MESSAGE BEGAN FLASHING ON DASH, THEN AIRBAG FAILURE. SLOWED TO A STOP AND TURNED OFF CAR, TURNED BACK ON AND DROVE SLOWLY HOME. MESSAGES CONTINUED TO FLASH. DROVE TO SERVICE CENTER AND MESSAGES WERE NO LONGER FLASHING , MECHANIC SAID IT WOULD NEED TO BE ACTIVE TO FIND ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Mar 29, 2012
Incident date: Jun 14, 2011
WHILST DRIVING, THE INSTRUMENTS ON THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DROPPED TO ZERO AND THE WARNING LIGHTS STARTED FLASHING. AFTER SHUTTING DOWN THE CAR, AND THEN RESTARTING, THE FAULT CLEARED. EVER SINCE, THE ELECTRIC WINDOWS AND DOOR LOCKS HAVE WORKED ONLY INTERMITTENTLY. VOLVO DIAGNOSED THE PROBLEM TO THE ... Read more
POWER TRAIN Feb 24, 2012
Incident date: Feb 17, 2012
VOLVO S-40 MAIN CLUTCH RETURN SPRING BREAKS WHILE DEPRESSING THE CLUTCH PEDAL. THE DEFECTIVE SPRING HITS DRIVER IN THE FOOT, POTENTIALLY CAUSING INJURY TO DRIVER AND A MAJOR DRIVING DISTRACTION WHILE SHIFTING GEARS. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Feb 21, 2012
Incident date: Feb 9, 2012
FLOODED CAR. CAUSED EXTENSIVE DAMAGE THAT INS. SAYS IS A MOLD PROBLEM. WELL WITHOUT WATER THERE WOULD BE NO MOLD. *TR
STRUCTURE Feb 21, 2012
Incident date: Feb 9, 2012
FLOODED CAR. CAUSED EXTENSIVE DAMAGE THAT INS. SAYS IS A MOLD PROBLEM. WELL WITHOUT WATER THERE WOULD BE NO MOLD. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Mar 16, 2011
Incident date: Feb 27, 2011
2006 VOLVO S40, FWD T5: MY WIFE WAS DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE AROUND MIDNIGHT GOING APPROX. 75-80 MPH WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN HER CAR SHUT OFF. WHEN I SAY SHUT OFF I MEAN THE HEADLIGHTS, DOME LIGHTS, ENGINE....ANYTHING THAT WAS ELECTRICAL COMPLETELY SHUT OFF. THIS WOULD INCLUDE THE STEERING WHEEL LOCK... Read more

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Technical Service Bulletins, 2006 VOLVO S40

226 manufacturer communications from 121 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT42
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL37
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM29
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE20
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY9
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER7
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE5
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL4
26745.13.14 Jan 12, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a Technical Journal: 12V Battery Testing Method
C00009 Jul 21, 2023
252100 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
COMPLIMENTARY UPGRADE C00009 DESCRIPTION.
C00009 Jul 21, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
COMPLIMENTARY UPGRADE C00009 DESCRIPTION.
TJ3656330 Jun 12, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Rubber cushion
CBR-2201 Aug 29, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine Control Module (EMS) Software (MSW) Information a?? August 2022; Improvement List (Change Log) - US21+OBD22 (13L VGT, TC) And US17+OBD22 (11L) Emissions
Special Tools Bu May 12, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The Deutronic DBL-1200 is an advanced battery maintainer/charger with the flexibility to be updated as products and repair methods evolve.
Service Manager May 6, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ICUP/Google Built-In Diagnostic Operations
Service Manager May 6, 2022
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
ICUP/Google Built-In Diagnostic Operations
356EN01 Feb 9, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
VIDA QR Scanner Mobile App
Service Manager Feb 3, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Shipping and Handling of Volvo Lithium-ion 48V Mild Hybrid Battery to Global Battery Solutions (GBS)
Service Manager Feb 3, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Shipping and Handling of Volvo Lithium-ion 48V Mild Hybrid Battery to Global Battery Solutions (GBS)
SMB00-288-2021-0 Feb 19, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Volvo?s Warranty Department tracks Retailer warranty spending by utilizing the Warranty Retailer Counseling Process (WRCP). The WRCP is used to gauge individual retailer performance on objective measures over time. By setting clear performa
ST-001-2020-09-1 Sep 18, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
ST-001-2020-09-1 Sep 18, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
SMB00-006-2020-0 Aug 5, 2020
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Service 2.0 Software & Total Upgrade Reminder
SMB31-001-2020-0 Jul 14, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Volvo Lithium-ion Hybrid Battery Packs shipping and handling to Volvo Reman
SMB31-001-2020-0 Jul 3, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Volvo Lithium-ion Hybrid Battery Packs shipping and handling to Volvo Reman
ST-001-2020-06-2 Jul 2, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
Service Manager Jun 23, 2020
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Battery Charger/maintainer requirement
Service Manager Jun 23, 2020
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Battery Charger/maintainer requirement
SMB00-013-2020-0 Jun 17, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Service Manager Bulletin: Vehicle Type and Platform Information
SMB00-006-2020-0 Mar 31, 2020
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Service 2.0 Software & Total Upgrade Reminder
ST-001-2020-01-2 Jan 30, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
SMB00-325-2019-1 Dec 1, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Service Manager Bulletin TITLE : Service Action Notification Re - Mails GROUP : NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : Product Safety & Compliance United States and Canada 00 325 REFERENCE BULLETINS : DATE : SMB00 - 323 and SMB00 - 323A YEA
SMB00-325-2019-1 Dec 1, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Service Manager Bulletin TITLE : Service Action Notification Re - Mails GROUP : NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : Product Safety & Compliance United States and Canada 00 325 REFERENCE BULLETINS : DATE : SMB00 - 323 and SMB00 - 323A YEA
TJ31946.1.2-2019 Nov 19, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a Technical Journal: Swapping control modules from vehicle to vehicle for diagnostics should be avoided. Swapping control modules may result in consequential damage to the swapped control module and in certain cases several other co
TJ31946.1.1-2019 Nov 14, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a Technical Journal: Swapping control modules from vehicle to vehicle for diagnostics should be avoided. Swapping control modules may result in consequential damage to the swapped control module and in certain cases several other co
SMB00-006-2019-1 Nov 9, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Software Installation Policy changes.
SMB00-438-2019-1 Nov 9, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Technician Skillset Requirments
TJ31543.9.0-2019 Nov 6, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a Technical Journal: This Journal is a guide for performing Software Downloads. Service: *See guide updated Oct. 12, 2016 for relevant P5/SPA Software Download information: P5_SPA_SW_Guide.pdf See VIDA Software tab for all other veh
ST-001-2019-10-1 Oct 17, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
TJ21965.7.0-2019 Oct 16, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This is a Technical Journal: Oil in cooling system. New cleaning method developed.
SMB00 438 2019-0 Aug 23, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Technician Skillset Requirments
SMB00 108C 2019- Aug 15, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Retailers should only use a Volvo part number on claims for items purchased directly from Volvo. Failure to follow this policy will result in claim adjustments. Warranty reimbursement rates and quantity limits for the parts listed, with the
SMB00 006 2019-0 Aug 12, 2019
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Software Installation Policy changes.
SMB84 001 2019-0 Aug 3, 2019
131000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Windshield replacement products.
SPJ34864 2 0-201 Jun 5, 2019
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This is a Service Product Journal: Information Notice. We process the personal data that you provide in connection with the creation of your VIDA account. The purpose of our processing is to administer your VIDA account (from registration t
ST-001-2019-03-0 Mar 9, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
PB00-013-2019-02 Feb 14, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Parts Bulletin: Hazmat Return Transportation Documentation and requirements
TJ28941-4-0-2019 Feb 14, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This is a Technical Journal: When sensitive information, like vehicle speed, brake usage, etc. (customer behavoiur information) of a car is required from Volvo Car Corporation from external sources, either of these two documents should be f
TJ28941-4-0-2019 Feb 14, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Technical Journal: When sensitive information, like vehicle speed, brake usage, etc. (customer behavoiur information) of a car is required from Volvo Car Corporation from external sources, either of these two documents should be f
TJ28941-4-0-2019 Feb 14, 2019
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
This is a Technical Journal: When sensitive information, like vehicle speed, brake usage, etc. (customer behavoiur information) of a car is required from Volvo Car Corporation from external sources, either of these two documents should be f
TJ28941-4-0-2019 Feb 14, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Technical Journal: When sensitive information, like vehicle speed, brake usage, etc. (customer behavoiur information) of a car is required from Volvo Car Corporation from external sources, either of these two documents should be f
TJ28941-4-0-2019 Feb 14, 2019
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
This is a Technical Journal: When sensitive information, like vehicle speed, brake usage, etc. (customer behavoiur information) of a car is required from Volvo Car Corporation from external sources, either of these two documents should be f
PB00-013-2019-02 Feb 14, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Parts Bulletin: Hazmat Return Transportation Documentation and requirements
SMB00-437-2019-0 Feb 13, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Volvo Special Tool Warranty Coverage and Claims Process
SMB00-437-2019-0 Feb 13, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Volvo Special Tool Warranty Coverage and Claims Process
SMB00-437-2019-0 Feb 13, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Volvo Special Tool Warranty Coverage and Claims Process
SMB00-437-2019-0 Feb 13, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Volvo Special Tool Warranty Coverage and Claims Process
TJ21965-5-0-2019 Feb 9, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This is a Technical Journal: Oil in cooling system. New cleaning method developed.
TJ21965-5-0-2019 Feb 9, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Technical Journal: Oil in cooling system. New cleaning method developed.
TJ21965-5-0-2019 Feb 9, 2019
062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
This is a Technical Journal: Oil in cooling system. New cleaning method developed.
TJ21965-5-0-2019 Feb 9, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This is a Technical Journal: Oil in cooling system. New cleaning method developed.
TJ17076.11.0-201 Jan 17, 2019
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Technical Journal TITLE : Headlamp , Leak Test REF NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : United States TJ 17076 Technical Service PARTNER : ISSUE DATE : 3 US 7510 Volvo Cars North America YEAR MONTH DAY 2012 10 11 FUNC GROUP : FUNC DESC :
ST-002-2018-08-1 Aug 22, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Service Manager Bulletin. This bulletin is a list of equipment recommended by Volvo to it's dealer or any shop maintaining or repairing Volvo's. The equipment can be provided by Volvo's equipment supplier
ST-002-2018-08-1 Aug 22, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This is a Service Manager Bulletin. This bulletin is a list of equipment recommended by Volvo to it's dealer or any shop maintaining or repairing Volvo's. The equipment can be provided by Volvo's equipment supplier
ST-002-2018-08-1 Aug 22, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Service Manager Bulletin. This bulletin is a list of equipment recommended by Volvo to it's dealer or any shop maintaining or repairing Volvo's. The equipment can be provided by Volvo's equipment supplier
ST-227-2018-08-1 Aug 18, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Road Force wheel balancing is the proper tool for diagnosing and repairing such issues and all of our retailers need to be prepared for these issues.
ST-227-2018-08-1 Aug 18, 2018
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Road Force wheel balancing is the proper tool for diagnosing and repairing such issues and all of our retailers need to be prepared for these issues.
ST-227-2018-08-1 Aug 18, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Road Force wheel balancing is the proper tool for diagnosing and repairing such issues and all of our retailers need to be prepared for these issues.
ST-227-2018-08-1 Aug 18, 2018
200000 WHEELS
Road Force wheel balancing is the proper tool for diagnosing and repairing such issues and all of our retailers need to be prepared for these issues.
ST-227-2018-08-1 Aug 18, 2018
200000 WHEELS
Road Force wheel balancing is the proper tool for diagnosing and repairing such issues and all of our retailers need to be prepared for these issues.
ST-227-2018-08-1 Aug 18, 2018
190000 TIRES
Road Force wheel balancing is the proper tool for diagnosing and repairing such issues and all of our retailers need to be prepared for these issues.
TJ34013-1-2-2018 Aug 4, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This is a Technical Journal: Vehicle Key Not Found
TJ34013-1-2-2018 Aug 4, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Technical Journal: Vehicle Key Not Found
TJ34013-1-2-2018 Aug 4, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This is a Technical Journal: Vehicle Key Not Found
TJ34013-1-2-2018 Aug 4, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Technical Journal: Vehicle Key Not Found
ST002 Jul 18, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Service Manager Bulletin. This bulletin is a list of equipment recommended by Volvo to it's dealer or any shop maintaining or repairing Volvo's. The equipment can be provided by Volvo's equipment supplier
TJ31543 4 6-2018 May 19, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This is a Technical Journal: This Journal is a guide for performing Software Downloads. Service: *See guide updated Oct. 12, 2016 for relevant P5/SPA Software Download information: P5_SPA_SW_Guide.pdf See VIDA Software tab for all other veh
TJ31543 4 6-2018 May 19, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Technical Journal: This Journal is a guide for performing Software Downloads. Service: *See guide updated Oct. 12, 2016 for relevant P5/SPA Software Download information: P5_SPA_SW_Guide.pdf See VIDA Software tab for all other veh
TJ31543-4-6 May 16, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This is a Technical Journal: This Journal is a guide for performing Software Downloads. Service: *See guide updated Oct. 12, 2016 for relevant P5/SPA Software Download information: P5_SPA_SW_Guide.pdf See VIDA Software tab for all other veh
TJ31543-4-6 May 16, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Technical Journal: This Journal is a guide for performing Software Downloads. Service: *See guide updated Oct. 12, 2016 for relevant P5/SPA Software Download information: P5_SPA_SW_Guide.pdf See VIDA Software tab for all other veh
SMB00-071-2018-0 May 11, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Description of Goodwill Policy and Guidelines.
SMB00-071 May 4, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
Description of Goodwill Policy and Guidelines.
TJ19245114 May 1, 2018
160000 STRUCTURE
VOLVO CARS SERVICE AND PARTS BUSINESS Technical Journal TITLE : Vehicle type and platform identification REF NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : United States and Canada TJ 19245 Technical Service PARTNER : ISSUE DATE : 3 US 7510 Volvo C
TJ19245114 May 1, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
VOLVO CARS SERVICE AND PARTS BUSINESS Technical Journal TITLE : Vehicle type and platform identification REF NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : United States and Canada TJ 19245 Technical Service PARTNER : ISSUE DATE : 3 US 7510 Volvo C
TJ19245114 May 1, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
VOLVO CARS SERVICE AND PARTS BUSINESS Technical Journal TITLE : Vehicle type and platform identification REF NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : United States and Canada TJ 19245 Technical Service PARTNER : ISSUE DATE : 3 US 7510 Volvo C
SMB00-006C-2018- Mar 29, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Software Installation Policy changes - Canada
SMB00-006C-2018- Mar 29, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Software Installation Policy changes - Canada
SMB00-006-2018-0 Mar 29, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Software Installation Policy changes.
SMB00-006-2018-0 Mar 29, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Software Installation Policy changes.
SMB00-006C-2018- Mar 29, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Software Installation Policy changes - Canada
SMB00-006C-2018- Mar 29, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Software Installation Policy changes - Canada
SMB00-006-2018-0 Mar 29, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Software Installation Policy changes.
SMB00-006-2018-0 Mar 29, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Software Installation Policy changes.
SMB00-006C-2018- Mar 27, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Software Installation Policy changes - Canada
SMB00-006C-2018- Mar 27, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Software Installation Policy changes - Canada
SMB00-006C-2018- Mar 27, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Software Installation Policy changes - Canada
SMB00-006C-2018- Mar 27, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Software Installation Policy changes - Canada
SMB00-006-2018-0 Mar 24, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Software Installation Policy changes.
SMB00-006-2018-0 Mar 24, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Software Installation Policy changes.
SMB00-006-2018-0 Mar 24, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Software Installation Policy changes.
SMB00-006-2018-0 Mar 24, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Software Installation Policy changes.
SMB00-006C-2018- Mar 20, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Software Installation Policy changes - Canada
SMB00-006C-2018- Mar 20, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Software Installation Policy changes - Canada
SMB00-006C-2018- Mar 20, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Software Installation Policy changes - Canada
TJ31543-4-5-2018 Mar 9, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This is a Technical Journal: This Journal is a guide for performing Software Downloads. Service: *See guide updated Oct. 12, 2016 for relevant P5/SPA Software Download information: P5_SPA_SW_Guide.pdf See VIDA Software tab for all other veh
TJ31543-4-5-2018 Mar 9, 2018
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This is a Technical Journal: This Journal is a guide for performing Software Downloads. Service: *See guide updated Oct. 12, 2016 for relevant P5/SPA Software Download information: P5_SPA_SW_Guide.pdf See VIDA Software tab for all other veh
TJ31543-4-5-2018 Mar 9, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Technical Journal: This Journal is a guide for performing Software Downloads. Service: *See guide updated Oct. 12, 2016 for relevant P5/SPA Software Download information: P5_SPA_SW_Guide.pdf See VIDA Software tab for all other veh
TJ31543-4-5-2018 Mar 9, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a Technical Journal: This Journal is a guide for performing Software Downloads. Service: *See guide updated Oct. 12, 2016 for relevant P5/SPA Software Download information: P5_SPA_SW_Guide.pdf See VIDA Software tab for all other veh

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NHTSA Safety Investigations, VOLVO S40

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

EA02026 Opened: Sep 10, 2002 , Closed: Nov 21, 2003
EA, Closed , Model Year: 2000
VOLVO S40/V40 MY 2000-2001
IN A NOVEMBER 6, 2003 SAFETY DEFECT REPORT, VOLVO INDICATED THAT THEY WILL CONDUCT A SAFETY-RELATED DEFECT RECALL OF THE 2000 MODEL YEAR (MY) SUBJECT VEHICLES (ABOUT 36,000 VEHICLES).VOLVO WILL ALSO CONDUCT A SERVICE CAMPAIGN OF ABOUT 31,000 2001 MY SUBJECT VEHICLES.ODI INVESTIGATED BOTH THE 2000 AN... Read more
PE02009 Opened: Jan 29, 2002 , Closed: Sep 10, 2002
PE, Closed , Model Year: 2000
BRAKE POWER-ASSIST

VOLVO S40 - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the VOLVO S40 across all model years (2000, 2011).

29 Total Recalls
677 Total Complaints
2 Investigations
65 Reported Crashes
18 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

VOLVO S40 - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2011 2 7 View
2010 2 11 View
2009 3 14 View
2008 2 27 View
2007 2 36 View
2006 (current) 3 81
2005 3 91 View
2004 6 75 View
2003 2 23 View
2002 1 34 View
2001 2 112 View
2000 1 166 View

Other VOLVO Models

Model Recalls Complaints
VNL 232 176 View
VHD 192 20 View
VNM 142 13 View
VN 125 150 View
S60 122 1,657 View
XC60 121 864 View
XC90 113 2,165 View
V70 92 1,181 View