2004 Volvo V40 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other V40 years
- Not enough data 3rd of 6 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 Volvo V40. That ranks 3rd out of 6 V40 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (1 complaints, 25%), typically at around 87,036 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 4owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2004 Volvo V40 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 1 | 25% | 87,036 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 25% | 44,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 25% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2004 Volvo V40 recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuum:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
Fuel system, gasoline
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
Equipment:other:labels
Problem: 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.
Fix: 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.
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.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 volvo v40. While driving 15 mph, the brakes malfunctioned. The contact depressed the brake pedal to the floorboard in order to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 44,000.
The driver's side airbag has failed for no apparent reason. The cost of repair will be around $900.00 the car was purchased 4 years ago. That is a very costly repair for a relatively young vehicle. I asked the service representative at my authorized volvo repair shop if i should expect the right…
Dt: consumer states when there is a sun glare on the dashboard there isn't enough illumination. The consumer was unable to see the instruments on the dashboard. The consumer took the vehicle to the dealership and was told there was nothing that could be done about it.*ak the consumer stated a flash…
On april 13, 2005 at approximately 4 pm, i was backing my v40 volvo 2004 wagon out of a parking space at the kossman garage, liberty avenue,pittsburgh, pa, going slowly because it was a tight space, when my brakes did not work, at all. Despite pushing my brakes as far as they would go, the car did…
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Volvo V40?
Owners most often report air bags, service brakes, service brakes, hydraulic problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2004 Volvo V40?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2004 Volvo V40 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other V40 model years, the 2004 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.