Volvo V40 recalls
There are 5 safety recalls on record for the Volvo V40, covering 292,193 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
Volvo V40 recalls by model year
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Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist: vacuum: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles, the non-return valve may crack due to a poor weld causing a vacuum leak.
- Risk
- If this occurs, more brake pedal force may be required to stop the vehicle and/or may experience a rough engine idle, which could result in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the vacuum hose. The recall began on november 29, 2004. Owners should contact volvo cars at 1‑800‑458‑1552.
Recall number 04V493000 · Recall details
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
Fuel system, gasoline
- What is wrong
- On certain sedans and station wagons, there may be a fuel leak from the fuel rail due to inadequate welding.
- Risk
- Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a v-clamp to the fuel rail. Owner notification began on january 28, 2004. Owners should contact volvo at 1‑800‑458‑1552.
Recall number 03V424000 · Recall details
Equipment: other: labels
- What is wrong
- Certain passenger cars fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." the second isofix guide was not installed in these vehicles and, in certain cases, the owner's manual isofix information is incorrect.
- Risk
- This does not meet the requirements of the standard.
- Remedy
- Owners will receive a letter/package consisting of the second isofix guide with installation instructions, and in certain cases, the corrected owner's manual may be provided. If the owner wants to take their vehicle to a volvo dealer for installation of the guide, it will be performed at no charge to the owner. Owner notification began on december 19, 2003. Owners should contact volvo at 1‑800‑458‑1552.
Recall number 03V284000 · Recall details
Equipment: appliance: air conditioner
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: sedan and wagon passenger vehicles. A diode in the electronic climate control system may have a reduced service life.
- Risk
- If the diode fails, the heater fan stops operating and the defroster function is affected.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install an adapter with a diode fitted to the heater fan motor. Owner notification began june 11, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact volvo at 1‑800‑458‑1552.
Recall number 01V169000 · Recall details
Questions about the Volvo V40 recalls
How do I check if my Volvo V40 has an open recall?
Enter your VIN in the VIN decoder on this page to see the recalls for your exact model and year, then confirm with any dealer of the brand or the manufacturer, who can tell you whether the repair was already done on your car.
Do I have to pay for a recall repair?
No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.
How many recalls does the Volvo V40 have?
5, covering service brakes, hydraulic, fuel system, gasoline and equipment.
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