2004 Volvo S40
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2004 Volvo S40 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 43 on record.
2004 Volvo S40 at a glance
Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2004 Volvo S40 recalls 6
VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH GARMIN 760 PORTABLE GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (GPS) UNITS BECAUSE THE BATTERIES ON THOSE UNITS MAY OVERHEAT.
Fix: VOLVO ADVISES OWNERS TO PLEASE STOP USING THE GARMIN PORTABLE GPS DEVICE IMMEDIATELY, AND VISIT THE GARMIN WEBSITE TO DETERMINE IF THEIR UNIT IS AFFECTED. THE UNIT'S BATTERY WILL BE REPLACED WITH A NEW BATTERY AND A SPACER WILL BE INSERTED ON TOP OF THE BATTERY NEXT TO THE PCB. THIS SERVICE WILL …
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH T5 TURBO ENGINES, THE POLYAMIDE TUBE IN THE FUEL LINE IS SENSITIVE TO THE EXTREME TEMPERATURES THAT MAY OCCUR IN THE AREA WHERE THE TURBO/EXHAUST MANIFOLD IS LOCATED.
Fix: DEALERS WILL CHANGE THE FUEL LINE MATERIAL TO TEFLON FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 5, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO CARS AT 1-800-458-1552.
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, WEST VIRGINIA, WISCONSIN, AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, REOCCURRING, LONG-TERM EXPOSURE TO CERTAIN ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS SUCH AS SALTY-WET CONDITIONS, IT IS…
Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PEM AND INSTALL IT IN A NEW LOCATION TO PREVENT CORROSION. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 20, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
ON CERTAIN SEDANS AND STATION WAGONS, THERE MAY BE A FUEL LEAK FROM THE FUEL RAIL DUE TO INADEQUATE WELDING.
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.
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE NON-RETURN VALVE MAY CRACK DUE TO A POOR WELD CAUSING A VACUUM LEAK.
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.
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.
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…
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
2004 Volvo S40 common problems
Owners have filed 50 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.
2004 Volvo S40 safety ratings
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2004 Volvo S40 4-DR. w/SAB (2004.5). Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
What's a 2004 Volvo S40 worth?
2004 Volvo S40 trims & engines on record
2004 Volvo S40 vehicles on record
2004 Volvo S40 T5YV1MS682242024650
2004 Volvo S40 2.4iYV1MS382742006126
2004 Volvo S40 BaseYV1VS27534F054824
2004 Volvo S40 2.4iYV1MS382142026775
2004 Volvo S40 2.4iYV1MS382342013977
2004 Volvo S40 BaseYV1VS27534F026733
2004 Volvo S40 2.4iYV1MS382942012137
2004 Volvo S40 BaseYV1VS27564F085274
2004 Volvo S40 2.4iYV1MS382742027235
2004 Volvo S40 BaseYV1VS27524F044382
2004 Volvo S40 BaseYV1VS275X4F029645
2004 Volvo S40 T5YV1MS682342024303
2004 Volvo S40 2.4iYV1MS382742028062
2004 Volvo S40 2.4iYV1MS382542018534
2004 Volvo S40 T5YV1MS682042027899
2004 Volvo S40 BaseYV1VS27534F030930
2004 Volvo S40 2.4iYV1MS382642015979
2004 Volvo S40 2.4iYV1MS382042021308
2004 Volvo S40 2.4iYV1MS382142028199
2004 Volvo S40 T5YV1MS682942007814
2004 Volvo S40 BaseYV1VS27574F044796
2004 Volvo S40 2.4iYV1MS382142018871
2004 Volvo S40 BaseYV1VS27524F069069
2004 Volvo S40 BaseYV1VS27524F078872
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2004 Volvo S40 — frequently asked questions
Does the 2004 Volvo S40 have any safety recalls?
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for the 2004 Volvo S40. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Volvo S40?
Owners have filed 50 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are service brakes, electrical system, air bags.
What is the 2004 Volvo S40 safety rating?
NHTSA gives the 2004 Volvo S40 crash-test ratings of frontal 4★, side 5★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).
How much is a 2004 Volvo S40 worth?
Comparable 2004 Volvo S40 listings run roughly $1,300–$4,400, typically around $2,593 (from 43 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.