2011 Volvo S40 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other S40 years
- Not enough data 12th of 12 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2011 Volvo S40. That ranks 12th out of 12 S40 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (4 complaints, 80%), typically at around 99,500 miles. Complaints mention 1 fire. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
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- 5owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2011 Volvo S40 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 4 | 80% | 99,500 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 20% | 69,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 20% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 20% | 69,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2011 Volvo S40 recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Structure:frame and members
Problem: Volvo is recalling certain model year 2011 s40 passenger vehicles. A crack on the top side of the passenger side support member in the engine compartment may have developed during the forming process in component production.
Risk: The crack could have an effect on the front structure and may reduce the crash performance of the vehicle.
Fix: Dealers will inspect for cracks on the top side of the passenger side support member in the engine compartment. If no crack is found, no further action is needed. If the inspection reveals that a vehicle has a crack in the side support member, the vehicle will immediately be taken out of service. A new replacement vehicle of equal specification will be provided by volvo. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before april 15, 2011. Owners may contact volvo customer care center at 1-800-458-1552, monday through friday, 8:30 a.m. To 5:00 p.m. Est. Or e-mail at [email protected].
Seats
Problem: Volvo is recalling certain passenger vehicles equipped with power front passenger seats. The front seat rail's detection system was manufactured incorrectly and may permit the passenger to forward the seat beyond the intended maximum.
Risk: Positioning of the seat beyond the intended maximum can cause increased risk of injury to the passenger in the event of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the front power seat stops for both front seats for the presence of an "end stop" and repair the vehicles as necessary free of charge. The safety recall began on december 23, 2010. Owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552 or at [email protected].
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2011 Volvo S40. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 115,314. The contact stated that at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 350,000 on VIN…
Windshield bonding has failed on the top edge of the windshield. It leaks and I can move the glass easily. I am worried that the windshield will fall out in a crash and reduce the airbag performance
Driving down the highway at 55 mph when instrument panel went completely blank i heard a sizzling noise behind the dash board. I lost the speedometer, gas gauge, light indicator, blinker indicators, all of the instruments you depend on while driving down the road. I immediately pulled over and shut…
A cold, wet, wintery morning; pulled into coffee shop parking lot, parked car, turned engine off, removed key, got out of the car, locked doors, went into the coffee shop. The car was stationary, nothing left on in the car. While waiting for coffee glanced out coffee shop window. Saw that the car…
Battery dead and car would not start; car had not been used for only 1 week or less. *tr
Other Volvo S40 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 5 | 2 |
| 2010 S40 | 9 | 2 |
| 2009 S40 | 10 | 3 |
| 2008 S40 | 16 | 2 |
| 2007 S40 | 25 | 2 |
| 2006 S40 | 58 | 3 |
| 2005 S40 | 69 | 3 |
| 2004 S40 | 48 | 6 |
| 2003 S40 | 18 | 2 |
| 2002 S40 | 27 | 1 |
| 2001 S40 | 84 | 2 |
| 2000 S40 | 122 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Volvo S40?
Owners most often report electrical system, seats, structure problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2011 Volvo S40?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2011 Volvo S40 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other S40 model years, the 2011 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.