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Volvo S40 repairs by problem area

Engine (30%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (16%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (27%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)

Other (5%)

Chart based on 497 repairs.
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Volvo S40 repair cost distribution

$2500+ (3%)

$1000 - $2499 (10%)

$500 - $999 (20%)

$100 - $499 (36%)

< $100 (32%)

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Chart based on 378 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

Volvo S40 problems by year

before 2000 (2%)

2001 - 2002 (10%)

2003 - 2004 (0%)

2005 - 2007 (75%)

2008 - 2012 (13%)

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Chart based on 504 repair trips.
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Volvo S40 Problems and Repair Histories

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