2002 Volvo S40 Volvo S40 2002

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2002 Volvo S40 repairs by problem area

Engine (11%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (33%)

Suspension and Steering (22%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (11%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (11%)

Other (0%)

Chart based on 9 repairs.
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2002 Volvo S40 repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (13%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (50%)

< $100 (38%)

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Chart based on 8 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2002 Volvo S40 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 160hp 1.9L I4 5-speed automatic FWD

Volvo S40 in California, United States
Jan 2020 - Mar 2021
Sep 2020

117000 mi

US $225
Upon visual inspection, noticed that coolant colored leak line from top radiator hose that has molded small hose connection for overflow (special hose from Gates or Volvo). Replaced hose, hose clamps and coolant. Also checked plastic overflow container for leaks, cracks and brittle fitting tubes but was ok (known weakness at over 100k miles and can cause overheat, blown head gasket). Checked condition of lower radiator hose and radiator cap and both were fine. 
Dec 2020

118000 mi

US $125
Car began to make knock noise at full lock in parking lot maneuvers, inspection revealed sway bar stabilizers rubber bushings were shot, replaced with factory OEM links from FCP-Groton, and steering improved as it was notchy before but clunk remaining, suspected strut tower top assemblies wirh rubber cushion and shaft bearing are worn as a known issue at this mileage. [brake job] 
Jan 2021

119000 mi

US $170
[brake job] 
Volvo S40 in Washington, United States
Jun 2017 - Jun 2018
Aug 2017

149000 mi

US $1700
Replaced all 4 Brake pads, Rotors, and Brake Lines 
Jun 2018

153000 mi

US $30
Front Driver & Passenger-side door panels; center portions came unglued over time and rattled during idle. 
Volvo S40 in Michigan, United States
Jun 2017 - Jul 2018
Sep 2017

188600 mi

US $60
HVAC resistor replaced. 
Mar 2018

194400 mi

US $180
Both front springs broke and were replaced. 
Apr 2018

199000 mi

US $70
Radiator started leaking from corrosion at the endcap/core interface and needed to be replaced. 

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2002 Volvo S40 Repair Histories

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