The Lemon Index2008 Volvo S40. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Speed control | 50% |
| Visibility | 50% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 2
10V566000 Nov 2010 Equipment / Electrical / Navigational System(Global Positioning System)
Defect. VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH GARMIN 760 PORTABLE GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (GPS) UNITS BECAUSE THE BATTERIES ON THOSE UNITS MAY OVERHEAT.
Risk. 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 BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 18, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GARMI
08V329000 Jul 2008 Steering / Hydraulic Power Assist / Hose, Piping, And Connections
Defect. VOLVO IS RECALLING MY 2008-2009 VEHICLES. A SECTION OF THE POWER STEERING RETURN LINE HOSE WAS NOT PROPERLY VULCANIZED (CURED) AND DOES NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS. IF THE POWER STEERING RETURN HOSE FAILS, A SUDDEN RUPTURE OF THE HOSE CAN OCCUR.
Risk. THIS CAN RESULT IN A RAPID DRAINAGE OF THE POWER STEERING FLUID IN THE SYSTEM AND A COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER ASSISTANCE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy. DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE STEERING RETURN LINE HOSE ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 13, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
Manufacturer communications 158
Volvo filed 158 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- The 5 speed automatic transmission, aw55-50/51, has a bolt on top that anchors the b4 band, which
- Grinding bearing noise from rear hub, awd
Engines and drivetrains 6
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 5-cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | 20 / 28 / 23 | Premium | $3,350 |
| 2.4L 5-cyl | Auto (S5) | FWD | 20 / 28 / 23 | Premium | $3,350 |
| 2.5L 5-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | FWD | 19 / 28 / 23 | Premium | $3,350 |
| 2.5L 5-cyl turbo | Auto (S5) | FWD | 19 / 27 / 22 | Premium | $3,500 |
| 2.5L 5-cyl turbo | Auto (S5) | 4Wheel or AWD | 18 / 26 / 21 | Premium | $3,700 |
| 2.5L 5-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | 4Wheel or AWD | 17 / 25 / 20 | Premium | $3,850 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
YouTube repair topics
200 videos about the 2004–2011 Volvo S40, 10.9M views.
| Topic | Videos | Views |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment, battery & electrical | 5 | 687K |
| Gauges, lights & wiring | 2 | 546K |
| Heat, A/C & blend door | 3 | 439K |
| Cooling system | 3 | 383K |
| Steering & suspension | 6 | 223K |
| Oil changes & service | 3 | 126K |
| Driveshaft, axles & 4x4 | 3 | 99K |
| Transmission & shifter | 2 | 94K |
Nearby model years
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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