2005 Volvo S40 / V50 Problems and Repair Histories
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Volvo S40 / V50 Reliability through December 31, 2012
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New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
| Year | Make/Model | Trips/Year/100 Cars | Compared to all models for the same year | |
| 2005 | Volvo S40 / V50 | 21 S40 / V50s, 11.0 months of data per S40 / V50, average 99600 miles Small sample size. Join or 21 S40 / V50s, 11.0 months of data per S40 / V50, average 99600 miles Small sample size. sign in to view |
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2005 Volvo V50 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual FWD
| Volvo V50 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2006 | 20000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2007 | 41000 | 0 | Insert key and vehicle did not recognize it (message, incorrect key.) Reinserted key and vehicle went into lock down. Vehicle then discharged battery completely in about 1 hr. |
| Dec | 2007 | 47000 | 0 | Drivers side mechanical door latch failed. Power locks continued to work. |
| Jul | 2009 | 72000 | 800 | Rear Brake Pads. General maintenance visit (plugs, scope, etc.) |
| Apr | 2010 | 88000 | 300 | Accelerator pedal assembly sensor sending bad readings. Vehicle would go no faster than 10 mph. |
| Jun | 2010 | 89000 | 36 | Gas cap intermittently showing "not sealed." Replaced cap. |
| Aug | 2010 | 90300 | 630 | Pump bearing failed with a loud squeal / whatever at low RPM. Eventually, Check Engine light came on but since the sound was far less at freeway speeds I drove 300 miles to home and then to dealer with the failing / failed pump. |
| May | 2012 | 100700 | 3 | Struts Engine Mount (1) |
| Mar | 2013 | 109000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volvo V50 in Indiana, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2007 | 35000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2007 | 45300 | 200 | rear break pads worn - needed to be replaced. Weatherstripping on driver door had a tear in it. It was replaced under warranty. |
| Jan | 2009 | 65300 | 240 | Needed to replace motor for electric lock on rear, passenger door. Re-attach weatherstrip on driver door. Replace rear windhsield wiper blade and arm. |
| Oct | 2009 | 76700 | 1004 | Lock on passenger door no longer working. Needed to replace motor that operates lock. Plastic side of driver's seat that holds buttons for operation of seat broken - replaced. |
| Feb | 2010 | 84000 | 450 | Oil change, etc Replaced air intake near oil filter/trap. Speicfic problem covered by extended warranty. |
| Aug | 2010 | 92000 | 950 | Replacement of power door lock motor assembly, along with battery replacement, and recommended 91K mile service |
| Aug | 2011 | 107700 | 250 | Re-filled AC with freon + dye to locate possible leak. No leak found, but appear to have an AC compressor problem that will eventually need to be replaced. |
| Oct | 2011 | 115000 | 2100 | Needed to replace spark plugs/cables, ignition coil, and CVT solenoid. Air conditioning compressor clutch failed. AC compressor replaced |
| Jan | 2012 | 116000 | 565 | Replaced rear control arms Replaced motor mounts |
| Feb | 2012 | 118000 | 425 | Fuel pressure sensor failing |
| Jul | 2012 | 126300 | 0 | Timing belt replacement as part of normal service |
| Oct | 2012 | 135000 | 1000 | While having brakes repaired, discovered that CV boots were failing (cracked/torn). |
| Nov | 2012 | 136500 | 2900 | Replaced clutch & DMF Flywheel. Lining wore out. But replacement required replacing the DMF flywheel at same time (surprisingly expensive). |
| Dec | 2012 | 138000 | 800 | Control rod bushing needed to be replaced. |
| Apr | 2013 | 142000 | 135 | CEM failure issues. Possibly just loose cable. |
| May | 2013 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2005 Volvo V50 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual AWD
| Volvo V50 in British Columbia, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2006 | 0 | Axle splines were loose and making clicking noise under acceleration/close throttle deceleration. Axle splines were fixed with metal adhesive. | |
| Jun | 2007 | 13380 | 0 | Window seal came loose on driver side door near mirror. Seat Lumbar support adjustment broke and had to be repaired. Car was in shop for a couple of hours for both fixes. |
| Oct | 2007 | 15500 | 114 | Right front wheel bearing was making noise, Right front tie rod was worn/lose, require replacement. |
| Feb | 2009 | 21700 | 0 | Noisy seat rails. Typical issue. Will bring car back - wanted repair reported before warranty expired. |
| Apr | 2010 | 27280 | 144 | Oil breather box issue - was part of an extended warranty item that was noticed when replacing the alternator. No cost fix. Alternator replaced - noisy. Waited more than 2 months for back-ordered part, but car was still drivable. Warranty had expired, but I was able to get Volvo to cover the repair. |
| Jul | 2010 | 0 | Timing chain tensioner replaced under warranty - the warranty had expired, but it took the dealership several months (after replacing the belts first, then the alternator) to diagnose the problem. | |
| Nov | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volvo V50 in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2007 | 54000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2011 | 103000 | 300 | ECM was cutting out the turbo boost. |
| Apr | 2012 | 107700 | 65 | Control arms have the camber set too low which causes premature wear on the rear tires and a noisy ride. |
| Mar | 2013 | 115000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2005 Volvo V50 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volvo V50 in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2008 | 59000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2009 | 69000 | 0 | Clicking sound from front wheel. Tech lubed outer splines of both axle shafts. Clicking sound returned the same day. Occupant weight sensor malfunctioned causing passenger airbag to deactivate intermittently. Installed new spring kit on RF seat per TSB. |
| May | 2009 | 77000 | 0 | Clicking sound from front wheels when changing directions from forward to reverse. Replaced L driveshaft sealing ring. Not successful. |
| Dec | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volvo V50 in Maryland, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2012 | 166000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2013 | 185000 | 1400 | Check engine light came on and vehicle subsequently failed the State of MD Emissions test, 599.75. replaced driver and passenger side front axle, 450 replaced right front hub(wheel bearing), 350 |
| Volvo V50 in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2008 | 45880 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2010 | 75020 | 50 | The ABS sensor in the wheel bearing failed. Replaced wheel bearing. |
| Sep | 2010 | 86800 | 100 | Very small radiator leak. Replaced radiator. Rear door lock stopped working. Replaced door electronic module. |
| Oct | 2011 | 102300 | 35 | PCV return hose decayed. Replaced with a new one made from rubber instead of plastic. Design issue. |
| Sep | 2012 | 118420 | 650 | The wiper blades mechanism broke. Needed replacement |
| Mar | 2013 | 124000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2005 Volvo V50 4dr Wagon
turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Volvo V50 in Kansas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2011 | 69000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2011 | 70000 | 150 | Had to replace the fuel pressure sensor as the car was hesitating and then the check engine light came on. This was a recall for the same part in other Volvos |
| Oct | 2011 | 70700 | 700 | Had to replace front struts as right one was leaking oil and noisy. I had the shocks replaced as Sears had a special. |
| Jun | 2012 | 75000 | 0 | This is the 3rd time I have had the drivers seat repaired for creaking. The solution is velcro. This time it did not work. It has to do with the WHIPS system. |
| Aug | 2012 | 78500 | 900 | replaced front and back rotors and pads |
| Mar | 2013 | 82000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volvo V50 in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2013 | 107260 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2013 | 107260 | 1350 | Power steering module replacement |
| Mar | 2013 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2005 Volvo V50 4dr Wagon
168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volvo V50 in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2011 | 125000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2011 | 125000 | 0 | Failure of a piston connecting rod, requiring replacement of engine block assembly. |
| Oct | 2011 | 125000 | 0 | Sold to mechanc with engine cylinder rod failure. The original repair quote was $7k from the Volvo dealer, and $5k from our local shop. The car was in great shape, otherwise. |
| Volvo V50 in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2007 | 33000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2007 | 37000 | 0 | Replaced rear brake pads. |
| Jan | 2008 | 38000 | 0 | Replaced MAF sensor. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volvo V50 in Rhode Island, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2005 | 0 | dealer replaced wiper blades for streaking under warranty | |
| Jul | 2006 | 67 | fuel line fell off - repaired myself | |
| Nov | 2006 | 250 | reload software for radio and window issues - misdiagnosed engine code costing $200 for maf sensor | |
| Feb | 2007 | 179 | check engine light on - dealer cleaned throttle body | |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volvo V50 in Rhode Island, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2007 | 17000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2008 | 24000 | 0 | AC issue (the AC was only blowing warm air). This was repaired under warranty, and the long wait was due to part-issue. |
| May | 2009 | 37000 | 0 | leak in sunroof seal was causing drivers side carpet to be damp |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volvo V50 in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2012 | 80000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2013 | 80000 | 0 | Software update |
| Volvo V50 in Tennessee, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2010 | 48000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2012 | 68500 | 700 | Replaced front control rods due to worn-out bushings |
| Jan | 2013 | 72000 | 200 | Replaced fuel pressure sensor |
| Apr | 2013 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2005 Volvo S40 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual FWD
| Volvo S40 in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2010 | 74000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2010 | 75000 | 1100 | A/C was shorting out according to Dealer. A/C would intermittantly not blow cold. Dealer told me the whole unit needed to be repaired. $1100 repair at only 75,000 miles. |
| Dec | 2010 | 81000 | 2350 | 2 problems. Seats started cracking with 82k miles. this is a manufacturer defect. deal paid half. Owner paid $650. $880 to repair CD Deck error. I did not replace. alternator needed to be replaced. $880. did not repalce. traded car for a new Nissan |
| Jan | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volvo S40 in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2011 | 98000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2011 | 98000 | 700 | Cracked diapragm in the breather box. Breather box replaced. |
| Jun | 2011 | 105000 | 200 | AC would work fine for about 15-20 minutes of driving, then start to pull in hot air from outside. Compressor clutch was repaired. |
| Oct | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volvo S40 in Alabama, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2010 | 48000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2010 | 49000 | 398 | Fuel pressure sensor replaced |
| Sep | 2010 | 54000 | 125 | Software patch installed to fix AC sometimes blowing hot and cold at same time. Problem has happened twice. |
| Aug | 2011 | 60000 | 1214 | Air conditioner compressor replaced. Also leak onto carpet caused by AC drain hosed fixed. |
| Volvo S40 in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2008 | 58000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2008 | 59000 | 110 | 6 CD changer center spindle broke, subsequently would not eject CD's, replaced entire CD changer with used unit. |
| Jun | 2009 | 69000 | 130 | Replace front sway bar end links. Front right went bad. |
| Aug | 2009 | 70000 | 12 | Check valve on window washer came apart and needed replaced. |
| Jun | 2010 | 77000 | 0 | Cracked PCV Box |
| Aug | 2010 | 77700 | 0 | Parking brake stuck in the on position. Corrosion built up at the end of the cable housing on the left rear wheel. Extensive lubrication and cleaning of the cable corrected the problem at this time. |
| Dec | 2010 | 79000 | 742 | Replaced right side wheel bearings both front and back, both were bad, the front with excessive noise and flat spot and back had significant play. |
| Apr | 2013 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2005 Volvo S40 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual AWD
| Volvo S40 in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 36000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2009 | 38000 | 0 | TSB 205 - PCV Vent box. |
| Sep | 2010 | 47000 | 950 | O2 sensor check engine light, dealer replaced battery harness and O2 sensor. |
| Jun | 2011 | 54000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volvo S40 in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2007 | 31000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2007 | 39000 | 0 | Pulsating Brakes fixed pulsating brakes |
| Apr | 2009 | 58000 | 219 | Intermittent Check Engine Light |
| Jun | 2011 | 89000 | 0 | AC Compressor Clutch replaced. |
| Mar | 2013 | 103000 | 700 | Battery was leaking, corroded battery and battery cables were replaced. |
2005 Volvo S40 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volvo S40 in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2010 | 45000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2010 | 45000 | 0 | Replaced windshield wiper washers |
| Aug | 2011 | 59000 | 125 | Coolant reservoir developed a crack and all coolant leaked out |
| Sep | 2011 | 60000 | 86 | When driving, the car gave bucking sensation so severe, it felt like I had been rear-ended by another car. After this, I received the message "Transmission Service Urgent" and odd transmission behavior. Dealer performed TCM software upgrade |
| Aug | 2012 | 73000 | 45 | The auto transmission felt like it slipped a gear and message appeared in Trip Computer saying 'Transmission Service Urgent'. Dealer said they were not able to replicate, but performed a software update. This seemed to fix issue. |
| Dec | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volvo S40 in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2005 | 0 | Radio random lockups were repaired under warranty | |
| Aug | 2006 | 0 | Some vibrations at low and high speeds were repaired under warranty with software update for the transmission and replacement of an axle. Axle could have been damaged from pot hole from hell. All fixed under warranty. | |
| Dec | 2008 | 67000 | 90 | Clogged PCV caused a squealing noise. I replaced the oil filter housing. |
| Mar | 2009 | 71000 | 0 | Airbag sensor was not working on the passenger seat. Dealer reset it and is working fine. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volvo S40 in Switzerland | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2006 | 0 | cd charger | |
| Jan | 2007 | 0 | climate control reset | |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volvo S40 in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2009 | 33000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2011 | 41000 | 160 | Trunk lock would not disengage, replaced trunk lock assembly. |
| Aug | 2012 | 42000 | 400 | fuel pressure sensor failure |
| Mar | 2013 | 42000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2005 Volvo S40 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Volvo S40 in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2007 | 0 | CD Player Replaced under Warranty | |
| May | 2007 | 0 | L Front Wheel Bearing Replaced (Warranty) | |
| May | 2009 | 37200 | 0 | Front Right Wheel Bearing Worn - Front Wheel Hub Assembly replaced. |
| Sep | 2009 | 45880 | 0 | Oil trap box (housing oil filter is attached to) - plugged |
| Nov | 2009 | 53320 | 1100 | Replacement of rotors & pads for normal wear. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2005 Volvo S40 4dr Sedan
168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volvo S40 in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2007 | 20000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2009 | 40000 | 0 | I needed a software upgrade (ECM Gasoline Up) and the PCV hose from the oil trap to the head failed. |
| Apr | 2010 | 53000 | 100 | Failed brake sensor. Parts ordered and car repaired in 2 business days. Happy with process. Total cost (including $100 deductible) was $270. |
| Volvo S40 in New Hampshire, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2012 | 90000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2013 | 96500 | 0 | sunroof drain was disconnected which caused the floors to fill with water. I have reconnected the drain and removed the standing water though the carpets and insulation under are still quite wet. I see from my internet search this common |
| Mar | 2013 | 97000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volvo S40 in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2010 | 54000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 61000 | 125 | Wipers could not be turned off, gas gauge went to zero (after just filling the tank), SRS airbag light on, trunk lid open light on. Found loose/faulty electrical wire. |
| May | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volvo S40 in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2007 | 26000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2007 | 28000 | 0 | Check engine light came on and air conditioner started blowing HOT air on driver's side only |
| Jan | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2005 Volvo S40 4dr Sedan
168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD
| Volvo S40 in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2011 | 91140 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2012 | 104160 | 300 | Battery died and had to be replaced. |
| Mar | 2013 | 110360 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volvo S40 in Minnesota, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2010 | 75000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 79000 | 350 | Check engine light on. When tested, had error code ECM-2600. Replaced faulty fuel pressure sensor. |
| Jun | 2011 | 80000 | 3500 | No AC. Replaced condenser. $1700. Replaced shocks, discovered problem at tire shop, $1800. |
| Aug | 2012 | 92000 | 3095 | Clutch was slipping. Diagnosed as failed clutch. Replaced the clutch, flywheel, and throw out bearings. Cracked breather hose. Replaced hose and the intake seals. |
| Sep | 2012 | 93000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volvo S40 in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2006 | 0 | Engine light came on - needed to have carbon deposits removed from intake manifold. | |
| Nov | 2009 | 41000 | 50 | The windshield wiper check valve had failed |
| Mar | 2010 | 43000 | 660 | Water was found behind the passenger seat. It was diagnosed to be a plugged sunroof drain pipe backflowing into the car. |
| Apr | 2011 | 48000 | 268 | In for oil change, mechanic recommended rear brake replacement ahead of annual safety inspection. |
| Nov | 2011 | 51000 | 0 | The dealer removed the interior carpets and insulation, dried the vehicle, and cleared the sunroof drainage tubes that were blocked causing a leak |
| Apr | 2012 | 55000 | 550 | one motor mount was degraded and required replacement. This was detected during a normal service interval. |
| Nov | 2012 | 59300 | 960 | Replaced worn lower control arm |
| Mar | 2013 | 63000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volvo S40 in Spain | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2007 | 29140 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2008 | 40480 | 0 | Loose cable on fuel pump |
| Jun | 2009 | 46500 | 0 | Alternator. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2005 Volvo S40 4dr Sedan
123-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Volvo S40 in Ireland | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2009 | 45880 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2010 | 55800 | 600 | Replaced alternator. When sold the 'brake failure, engine stop' message still came up from time to time. Shop couldn't diagnose even with code. When it happened indicators and wipers wouldn't work or wouldn't turn off. Or the car wouldn't start for up to three days. |
| May | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2005 Volvo S40 / V50 4-door
turbocharged 5-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Volvo S40 in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2008 | 44000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2008 | 46000 | 0 | Power steering out. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volvo in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2007 | 42000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2007 | 43000 | 0 | Bolts that hold the seat to the floor came loose, causing seat to lean backwards and to the right several inches each time the car moved forward. |
| Aug | 2007 | 45000 | 0 | Starter intermittently makes grinding noises or pauses during cold start-up. I was told the gears in the starter are now plastic, and I will need a new starter eventually, but to wait until the problem/noise gets worse. |
| Sep | 2007 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2005 Volvo S40 / V50 4-door
5-cylinder manual 2WD
| Volvo S40 in Great Britain | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2007 | 13000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2008 | 17000 | 25 | Exhaust knocking against chassis on extreme left hand corners. New exhaust hangers fitted and exhaust realigned. |
| Oct | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2005 Volvo S40 / V50 4-door
5-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Volvo S40 in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2007 | 30000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2008 | 31000 | 0 | There is a rattle noise coming from the engine bay at idle. Originally thought to be a loose hose, dealer tightened hose and the noise still persists. Replaced faulty passenger airbag sensor. |
| May | 2008 | 36000 | 0 | Splash guard underneath engine disconnected from all 5 front clips falling to the ground. Was still connected at the back. Couldn't drive car because any bump or object in the road would rip off splash guard. Towed to dealer by roadside asst. and fixed. |
| Jul | 2008 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2004.5 Volvo S40 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual FWD
| Volvo S40 in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 116000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2010 | 117000 | 650 | Vehicle would not recognize key. Had to have new switch installed. Check engine light has come on. Again. Some times it goes away, but returns later. Probably a sensor is going. Just going to live with it. Just another repair cost to this vehicle. |
| Jul | 2011 | 129000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2004.5 Volvo S40 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volvo S40 in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2008 | 90000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2008 | 91000 | 0 | Dealer cleaned out drain tubes because they were clogged and was allowing water into floor of back seat floor. |
| Apr | 2009 | 105000 | 380 | ABS light came on; problem traced to faulty ABS wheel speed sensor. Dealer did not have in stock so customer ordered it elsewhere and installed it on their own. Installed wheel speed sensor. |
| Dec | 2009 | 132000 | 1101 | Car went in to replace timing belt. Successfully changed, no problems. Water pump replaced at the same time that the timing belt was changed as preventative maintenance. Replaced a torn engine mount....fixed successfully the first time. |
| Jul | 2010 | 150000 | 600 | Replaced front struts and bearings |
| Sep | 2010 | 156000 | 528 | A wheel hub was noisy and replaced successfully. |
| Mar | 2011 | 176000 | 600 | Starter replaced |
| Apr | 2011 | 178000 | 1600 | Replaced starter. Replaced both lower control arms and passenger side axle. |
| Dec | 2011 | 201000 | 284 | replaced driver's door module that controls door locks and window operation |
| Apr | 2012 | 218000 | 330 | Turbo Control Valve replaced |
| Jun | 2012 | 224000 | 350 | Replaced fuel pressure sensor |
| Jul | 2012 | 226300 | 420 | replace compressor and clutch |
| Jan | 2013 | 242000 | 400 | Replaced heater core |
| Mar | 2013 | 243000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volvo S40 in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 65000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2010 | 66000 | 230 | AC compressor not turning on, no cold air. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volvo S40 in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2006 | 0 | Car was rattling over bumps. They said the cage that protects the gas tank was hanging down. It was replaced. | |
2004.5 Volvo S40 4dr Sedan
168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Volvo S40 in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2009 | 87000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Volvo S40 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2007 | 37000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2007 | 38000 | 0 | Rolling noise from front of car, springing noise from seats and suspension |
| Mar | 2008 | 48000 | 0 | Clicking noise from front part of car, suspension ticking, electrical sounds from front right of car, scratched panel, dealer dented car had to get touched up. |
| Oct | 2008 | 65000 | 140 | Mod went wrong. |
| Jan | 2009 | 68000 | 0 | AC didnt blow cold after a recharge; new compressor. |
| Mar | 2010 | 96000 | 0 | cd player doesn't eject. ignition went out. |
| Jun | 2012 | 140000 | 1800 | replaced CEM (central electronic module) |
| Dec | 2012 | 148000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2004.5 Volvo S40 4dr Sedan
123-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Volvo S40 in Great Britain | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2010 | 60000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2010 | 62000 | 700 | Check engine light illuminated. Fault located to throttle module. Throttle module replaced, fault still present. Next stage is replace wiring harness. Alternator also packed up whilst in the garage. |
| Oct | 2011 | 76000 | 300 | Probably coil packs Throttle body communication. Same fault as last year. Minimum £500 repair so car was sold as faulty. |
2004.5 Volvo S40 / V50
Engine not specified
| Volvo V50 in Great Britain | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2011 | 104000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2012 | 115000 | 2200 | Brake pads front and rear 4 new shock absorbers |
| Sep | 2012 | 118000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Volvo V50 in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2012 | 83000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2012 | 83000 | 4300 | Vechicle overheated and they originally thought it needed the head gasket replaced but it turned out that it could not be repaired and needed a whole new engine. Mechanic said that the engine was rare but i don't really believe that. |
2004.5 Volvo S40 / V50 4-door
turbocharged 5-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Volvo in Puerto Rico | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2007 | 34000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2007 | 35000 | 0 | Vacuum pump defect |
| May | 2007 | 36000 | 0 | Same vacuum pump |
| Jun | 2007 | 38000 | 0 | The vacuum pump of the brake system was changed. Driver side vent visor is damaged. And also driver door seal is broken. |
| Mar | 2008 | 43000 | 0 | New weather strip placed. Xenon lights needed leveling. |
| May | 2008 | 46000 | 400 | Need to replace bad struts...... |
| Jul | 2008 | 47000 | 0 | Fuel pump module needed to be replaced. One oxygen sensor replaced. |
| Oct | 2008 | 50000 | 0 | An hydraulic engine mount was defective |
| Jan | 2009 | 52000 | 0 | Engine mount replaced. |
| Jul | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
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