2001 Volvo S40 Volvo S40 2001

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2001 Volvo S40 repairs by problem area

Engine (31%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)

Brakes and Traction Control (13%)

Suspension and Steering (18%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (28%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (5%)

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2001 Volvo S40 electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (9%)

$100 - $499 (45%)

< $100 (45%)

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Chart based on 11 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2001 Volvo S40 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 165hp 1.9L I4 5-speed automatic FWD

126360 mi

C $27
right front passenger side light bulb was replaced. 
132060 mi

C $23
replaced left front headlight. 
132560 mi

C $23
replaced right front headlight 
80000 mi

US $160
Regulator needed to be fixed. 
72000 mi

US $165
BOTH REAR TAIL LIGHTS NOT WORKING, ELECTRICAL SHORT FOUND AND REPAIRED 
108000 mi

US $140
bad antenna shaft........repaired, but still makes awful noise raising and lowering.... I'll never own a volvo again man..... 
83080 mi

C $185
Fuel gauge not giving correct reading - sending unit replace over 12 months ago at the dealer and problem recurred last year. Was actually harness to sending unit - replaced = all ok now. 
145000 mi

US $650
Alternator worn out and replaced 
160000 mi

US $125
needed new battery 

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2001 Volvo S40 4-door

4-cylinder automatic 2WD

63000 mi Central locking system. 
63000 mi The locking system was fixed (second attempt) by fitting a new part and now all works well again. 

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2001 Volvo S40 Electrical Problems

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