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2008 Volvo S40 repairs by problem area
Engine (9%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)
Brakes and Traction Control (6%)
Suspension and Steering (23%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (49%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)
Other (3%)
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Chart based on 35 repairs.
2008 Volvo S40 suspension repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (14%)
$500 - $999 (43%)
$100 - $499 (14%)
< $100 (29%)
Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2008 Volvo S40 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 75000 mi US $310 |
Tech noticed the front drivers strut leaking while the car was in for 75k oil service. Had to have strut replaced, which seemed reasonable for the miles. |
2008 Volvo S40 4dr Sedan
turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| 109000 mi US $875 |
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2008 Volvo S40 4dr Sedan
168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 165 mi US $800 |
Bad suspension |
| 48500 mi | Repeatable rubbing noise when turning steering wheel in either direction. |
| 53000 mi US $1100 |
Strut bearing was making rubbing noise at low speed including parking. Required removal of strut/spring assembly. Replaced struts since everything was apart. Dealer had no clue. |
| 80000 mi US $700 |
Replaced non-adjustable rear upper control links with adjustable versions. Allowed camber adjustment as the left rear wheel camber was out of specification. Rubber bushing on the sway bar end links was gone - shop tech noticed this when I brought the car in for annual wheel alignment. |
| 81000 mi | Tires wearing quickly and unevenly on inside of all tires, front struts completely gone, front-end alignment needed. |
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