| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
2005 Volvo S40 repairs by problem area
Engine (36%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)
Brakes and Traction Control (5%)
Suspension and Steering (14%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (24%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)
Other (7%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 182 repairs.
2005 Volvo S40 transmission repair cost distribution
$2500+ (20%)
$1000 - $2499 (20%)
$500 - $999 (0%)
$100 - $499 (33%)
< $100 (27%)
Chart based on 15 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2005 Volvo S40 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual AWD
| 128000 mi US $300 |
InnerCV boot leaking |
| 160000 mi | Replace: both rear differential seals, driver rear axle (torn boot), rear wheel bearing. |
| 164000 mi US $220 |
Replace AWD controller and pressure sensor. |
| 169000 mi US $1200 |
Replace clutch, flywheel, slave and angle gear collar. |
2005 Volvo S40 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 71900 mi US $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. |
2005 Volvo S40 4dr Sedan
168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 89000 mi | Multiple warning lights illuminated, wipers switched on uncommanded, transmission reverted to "limp" mode. No parts replaced...got rid of car instead. |
| 138000 mi US $1200 |
transmission needed to be replaced |
2005 Volvo S40 4dr Sedan
168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD
| 128000 mi | Clutch spring failure. Mechanic could not physically replace the spring. |
| 121520 mi C $300 |
CV boot |
| 92900 mi US $4200 |
CV boots |
| 90900 mi US $3095 |
Clutch was slipping. Diagnosed as failed clutch. Replaced the clutch, flywheel, and throw out bearings. |
| 101000 mi US $3072 |
Excessive vibration, rough ride, appears to be coming from front end. Left front axle was vibrating and inner boot torn. Replaced left front axle shaft. |
| 127000 mi US $1971 |
Right front axle. |
| 81220 mi C $248 |
Squeaky clutch pedal with slow return. clutch spring was replaced. |
| 79360 mi C $350 |
Manual transmission hard to use in winter. Noisy clutch release bearing, |
See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans
See TrueDelta's information for all Volvo models.
