Volvo V40 recall history and complaint patterns
Comprehensive recall and complaint data for the Volvo V40, sourced from official National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) records.
Last updated: (NHTSA data snapshot)
At a Glance
Stats focus on model years from 1960 onwards. Earlier years appear in the detailed table below where data exists.
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Key Takeaways
A quick scan of where recalls and complaints concentrate for the Volvo V40, based on aggregated NHTSA counts and campaign metadata.
- Coverage spans model years 1993–2013 with 9 recall campaigns and 94 complaints in NHTSA data.
- Years with the most recall activity: 2004 (3), 2003 (2), and 2001 (2).
- Years with the most complaint volume: 2000 (67), 2001 (12), and 2002 (7).
- Top recall themes: Brakes, Equipment and labeling, and Fuel and emissions.
- Most reported complaint areas (across all years): Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, Engine and engine cooling, Service brakes, hydraulic.
- Complaints are not proof of a defect, but repeated themes can be useful signals when researching a used vehicle.
- Always check your specific VIN for open recalls (open recalls are VIN-specific and can change over time).
Recall Themes
Instead of listing long campaign narratives, this groups recall campaigns into a few recurring areas. Each theme links back to official notices as evidence.
Brakes
2 campaigns · Years: 2000, 2004These campaigns relate to braking system components that can affect stopping performance or warning behavior.
Equipment and labeling
2 campaigns · Years: 2001–2004These campaigns relate to equipment compliance, labeling, or tires.
Fuel and emissions
1 campaign · Years: 2003–2004These campaigns relate to fuel delivery or emissions components where leaks or failures can raise safety risk.
- 03V424000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Most Reported Issues
Across all model years, the most frequently reported areas for the Volvo V40 in NHTSA complaint data are Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, Engine and engine cooling, Service brakes, hydraulic.
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Year-by-Year Overview
Each row shows how often this model appears in NHTSA recalls and consumer complaints for a given model year. These are counts of campaigns and complaints, not risk predictions.
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 1 | Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued. |
| 2004 | 3 | 4 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:hydraulic:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings, Structure, Air bags:side/window. |
| 2003 | 2 | 2 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Seat belts:front:buckle assembly, Service brakes, hydraulic. |
| 2002 | 1 | 7 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:drum:wheel cylinders, Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder, Electrical system. |
| 2001 | 2 | 12 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Service brakes, hydraulic, Engine and engine cooling:engine, Air bags. |
| 2000 | 1 | 67 |
Both recalls and complaints recorded.
Top complaint areas: Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, Engine and engine cooling, Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:pads. |
| 1993 | 0 | 1 |
Complaints recorded; no recall campaigns issued.
Top complaint areas: Seat belts. |
What to Do Next
- Check open recalls by VIN on the official NHTSA site (open recalls are VIN-specific).
- If buying used, ask for proof of recall remedy completion (dealer paperwork helps).
- If symptoms match common complaint themes, consider a mechanic inspection before purchase or long trips.
Recall Evidence by Year
A compact evidence view of recall campaigns that include this model. The default text is an original summary line, with official notice text available on demand.
Most common areas involved: Equipment , Fuel system and Service brakes
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⚠️ Important Safety Information
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