Brake failure, this issue was on a recalled problem that has not been properly resolved.
2000 Volvo S40: brake failure
6 of the 122 complaints about the 2000 Volvo S40 describe brake failure.
- owner complaints
- 6
- of this car's complaints
- 5%
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 3 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Brake failure by model year
What owners say
3/6/2007. Volvo s40 2000. Contact has a concern with the brakes and the headlights.*mc the headlights and brakes failed.
The driver noticed while in cold weather when the vehicle warming up the brake pedal went to the floor. There were times when the vehicle would not when the brake was applied. The consumer drove to the dealer. The mechanic was unable to duplicate the problem. Please fill in additional information.
2000 volvo s40 no brakes until car is at operating temperature. I reported this to the manufacturer and they said to continue to drive the vehicle after letting it warm for a few minutes. I have already rolled into numerous intersections due to no brakes.
Defect exists with vacuum seal on brake pump. When vehicle is "cold" there is no pressure on brakes, and pedal goes to the floor, but vehicle will not stop. Vehicle has been checked by dealer 3 times.
While driving and with no warning brakes went out. This could have caused an accident. Cause unknown. Dealer notified.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist: vacuum
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles, water can enter the electrical brake vacuum pump, causing the pump to fail.
- Risk
- This could result in loss of power assist and an increase in needed brake pedal force, which could result in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the pump with a new and improved version and move the pump to a new location. Owner notification began on march 15, 2004. Owners should contact volvo at 1‑800‑458‑1552.
Recall number 03V474000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2000 Volvo S40 brake failure
Is brake failure a common problem on the 2000 Volvo S40?
6 of 122 owner complaints about the 2000 Volvo S40 (5%) mention brake failure. The model year with the most reports is 2000.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2000 Volvo S40?
There is 1 recall and 3 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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