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2006 Volvo S40 repairs by problem area
Engine (28%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)
Brakes and Traction Control (7%)
Suspension and Steering (6%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (39%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (9%)
Other (4%)
Chart based on 97 repairs.
2006 Volvo S40 engine repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (12%)
$500 - $999 (12%)
$100 - $499 (35%)
< $100 (42%)
Chart based on 26 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2006 Volvo S40 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual AWD
| 105000 mi US $250 |
One engine mount was completely ruptured. |
| 123000 mi US $508 |
I noticed coolant leaking from the front of the car and the A/C would stop working after 20 minutes. Replaced upper radiator hose and recharged A/C. Leak is fixed but may need new A/C compressor. I will wait to replace compressor ($1,100) |
| 128000 mi US $185 |
A very common issue with Volvo's of this vintage is failure of the Fuel Pressure Sensor. My symptoms were a noticeable drop in engine power while cruising. Sensor replaced with updated Volvo part by indy mechanic. Power loss issue solved. |
| 154000 mi US $150 |
The latest problem is bad valve guide seals which require a new engine head. ($2,900) at independent mechanic shop. Still love Volvo cars. |
| 157000 mi | Since the valve guide seal replacement was half the value of the car, I decided to sell. It didn't make sense to spend so much money on a car with 157k miles. Volvo makes great car but needs better resale value. I bought a 2012 Passat. |
2006 Volvo S40 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 25420 mi | Emission system noise. A valve was replaced. |
| 26660 mi $200 |
Emission system noise. A valve was replaced (this is the 2nd time this happens). |
2006 Volvo S40 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 55000 mi US $300 |
Ignition switch became eratically inoperable |
| 66000 mi US $38 |
PCV oil trap vaccuum leak triggered check engine light and made noise, issue was repaired under manufacturer extended warranty PCV oil trap defective...discovered from a check engine light. Volvo extended 100,000 warranty covered |
| 32000 mi | Car would not start. Had to be towed to the dealer. Computer had a code in it. Dealer cleared code. Car started. |
| 45000 mi | Car was brought in and worked on three times. Problem couldn't be found. Computer had no code defaults. Last time in computer had a code. Volvo held the car 'til 2 modules could be replaced. Starter Control and ignition control modules were replaced. |
2006 Volvo S40 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 134hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD
| 58000 mi £98 |
Dpf pressure sensor failed. After much reluctance, selling dealer paid half of costs |
| 126000 mi £292 |
battery completely flat tryed to start with power pack not enough power then immobiliser see manual warning came on car then made no attempt to start had to take to volvo for reset of the whole ECM system. i did replace the battery first. |
2006 Volvo S40 4dr Sedan
168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 155000 mi US $150 |
Blown head gasket |
| 12000 mi US $200 |
Check Engine light illuminated. Gas cap needed to be replaced & then mechanic did analysis of car for other maintenance. |
| 13000 mi US $1200 |
Check engine light came on & then it stopped coming on after a few days. Mechanic originally forgot to read the code. Brought car back for code to be read & nothing was found wrong. |
| 13000 mi US $1000 |
Oxygen sensor needed to be replaced per check engine light & diagnostics by mechanic. |
| 60620 mi C $500 |
lack of cabin heat. Replaced thermostat, coolant recovery tank. |
| 102300 mi | accelerator pedal sensor failure |
| 33000 mi | Check engine light came on; TSB had been issued to repair. |
2006 Volvo S40 4dr Sedan
168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD
| 84700 mi | The flame trap needed to be repaired/replaced. It was covered under a warranty extended specifically for that problem. |
| 157000 mi US $610 |
Check Engine light on, had state-required emission test done, had to replace the catalytic converter. |
| 170000 mi US $1490 |
Ignition coil #2 failed, needed to be replaced. $270. During repair service for ignition coil, they noticed my fuel pressure sensor was bad. Oil trap was clogged - technician noticed it while car was in for another repair. $700. |
| 189000 mi US $120 |
Broken engine mount, top, passenger side. Easy. |
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