turbocharged 160hp 1.9L I4 5-speed automatic FWD
Volvo S40 in California, United States Jan 2020 - Mar 2021 | |||
Sep 2020117000 miUS $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 2020118000 miUS $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 2021119000 miUS $170 | [brake job] |
Volvo S40 in Washington, United States Jun 2017 - Jun 2018 | |||
Aug 2017149000 miUS $1700 | Replaced all 4 Brake pads, Rotors, and Brake Lines | ||
Jun 2018153000 miUS $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 2017188600 miUS $60 | HVAC resistor replaced. | ||
Mar 2018194400 miUS $180 | Both front springs broke and were replaced. | ||
Apr 2018199000 miUS $70 | Radiator started leaking from corrosion at the endcap/core interface and needed to be replaced. |