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2001 Volvo V40 repairs by problem area

Engine (72%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (11%)

Suspension and Steering (0%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (17%)

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

Other (0%)

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2001 Volvo V40 repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (7%)

$500 - $999 (27%)

$100 - $499 (27%)

< $100 (40%)

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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.

2001 Volvo V40 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 165hp 1.9L I4 5-speed automatic FWD

Volvo V40 in California, United States
Jun 2014 - Sep 2016
Jan 2015

US $700
Cracked radiator 
Volvo V40 in British Columbia, Canada
Mar 2015 - Jul 2018
Mar 2015

144460 mi

C $650
Car would started and ran but would not accelerate Then car would not start or run. Fuel pump was not working. 
Apr 2015

145700 mi

C $100
Chips in glass headlight lamps burned out. replaced headlight assembly replaced worn headlight wiring harness replaced dead lamps 
May 2015

145700 mi

C $50
Ignition coils causing misfire on two cylinders. Crack in radiator hose leaking coolant. 
Jun 2018

155000 mi

C $150
Replaced radiator 
Jul 2018

155000 mi

C $35
Brake hose burst Top radiator hose failed 
Volvo V40 in British Columbia, Canada
Oct 2009 - Jun 2013
Jun 2013

136400 mi

C $20
Wiring harness for headlight melted and wire pulled out of harness clips. 
Volvo V40 in Florida, United States
May 2011 - Aug 2013
Jun 2011

80000 mi

US $240
replaced rear door locking mechanism 
Jun 2012

89000 mi

US $600
filter on camshaft valve 
Nov 2012

91100 mi

US $800
Replaced the variable valve timing solenoid 
Aug 2013

96000 mi
Brakes would not perform and either master cylinder or ABS sensor had to be replaced. 

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2001 Volvo V40 4-door

turbocharged 4-cylinder diesel manual 2WD

Volvo V40 in Great Britain
Sep 2010 - Mar 2011
Mar 2011

153000 mi

£150
Egr valve welded to inlet manifold 

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2001 Volvo V40 4-door

turbocharged 4-cylinder automatic 2WD

Volvo in Ontario, Canada
Sep 2009 - Mar 2010
Nov 2009

110040 mi

C $1500
coolant temp sensor, front o2 sensor motor mounts vvt solenoid 

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2001 Volvo V40 4-door

4-cylinder manual 2WD

Volvo V40 in Great Britain
Mar 2010 - Jan 2011
Apr 2010

155000 mi

£90
Positive crank case ventilation system blocked up, replaced oil separator and all associated pipework 

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2001 Volvo V40 Repair Histories

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