Volvo V40 - Common problems

Last update 16. 02. 2024

Common problems with the Volvo V40

Some problems will only occur after many years of operation, others are related to technical solutions and forced the manufacturer to issue a recall. In the following overview, you will find the most common problems for the Volvo V40, for which Volvo has announced a recall through the EU Rapex system. For recalls and faults found in the UK scroll down.

If the problem is corrected in time, it may not affect the overall reliability of your Volvo V40. However, the fault can often remain unresolved because the previous owner didn´t know about the recall or ignored the manufacturer’s letter.

The good news is that automakers usually provide unlimited time to correct such defects for free. Check to see if all of the potential problems with your Volvo V40 have been resolved in the past. How to do it, we give advice on a special page.

Tip: Check the vehicle’s history by a VIN

Latest V40’s Issues in the EU

All V40’s EU Recalls

If you wish to know more about eventual problems of a specific car (e.g. real mileage, potential traffic accidents damages, odometer rollback, repairs, etc.), then we suggest going to HPI-Check.

Check the vehicle’s history

Latest V40’s Issues in the UK

VOLVO V40 (2015 – 2018) – THE INLET MANIFOLD MAY MELT AND DEFORM
on 06/10/2019
VOLVO V40 (10/04/2015 – 18/04/2018) RECALL: Problem description: The engine’s plastic inlet manifold may melt and deform.
VOLVO CAR V40 – AIR BAG MOUNTING MAY LOOSEN
on 04/08/2018
VOLVO CAR V40 ( – ) DEFECT: Part of the horn operating mechanism may foul the drivers air bag module and cause it to become loose on its mounting.
VOLVO CAR V40 – BRAKE VACUUM PUMP CONCERN
on 04/08/2018
VOLVO CAR V40 ( 01/01/1999 – 31/12/2000) DEFECT: The brake vacuum pump may fail and cause a reduction in brake servo assistance. This will make the brake […]