Volvo S40 2010
Model S40 made in 2010 by Volvo got 2 recalls as well as 13 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling and equipment. There were some recalls concerningequipment and seats. The car has 2 modeles with engines 2.5 turbo and 2.4.
Model 2010
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 Turbo | 5 | Semiautomatic, 5 gears | F | 21/30/24 | 25.5/40.6/30.6256 | G | 1188 | Compact Cars | 09/06/2009 |
| 2.5 Turbo | 5 | Manual, 6 gears | F | 21/29/24 | 25.5/40.4/30.5743 | G | 1188 | Compact Cars | 09/06/2009 |
| 2.5 Turbo | 5 | Manual, 6 gears | A | 20/27/22 | 23.9/37.8/28.6391 | G | 1297 | Compact Cars | 09/06/2009 |
| 2.5 Turbo | 5 | Semiautomatic, 5 gears | A | 19/28/22 | 23.4/37.8/28.2414 | G | 1297 | Compact Cars | 13/06/2009 |
| 2.4 | 5 | Semiautomatic, 5 gears | F | 20/31/24 | 24.8/39.348/29.7497 | G | 1188 | Compact Cars | 16/06/2009 |
| 2.4 | 5 | Manual, 5 gears | F | 21/29/24 | 25.4/39.3/30.2079 | G | 1188 | Compact Cars | 16/06/2009 |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) | ||||||||||||||||
| 10V566000 | VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. | V (Vehicle) | 416 | MFR | VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. | 11/08/2010 | 11/16/2010 | |||||||||
| Defect Summary | Volvo is recalling certain vehicles equipped with garmin 760 portable global positioning system (gps) units because the batteries on those units may overheat. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | An overheated battery could lead to a fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | 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 be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin during november 2010. owners may contact garmin at 866-957-1981 or visit garmin's website at www.garmin.com/nuvibatterypcbrecall. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Volvo safety recall no. r231.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov . | |||||||||||||||
| SEATS | ||||||||||||||||
| 10V591000 | VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. | from 01/30/2009 to 10/20/2010 | V (Vehicle) | 7420 | 12/23/2010 | MFR | VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. | 11/22/2010 | 12/02/2010 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Positioning of the seat beyond the intended maximum can cause increased risk of injury to the passenger in the event of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | 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 manufacturer has not yet provided an owner notification schedule. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552 or at customercare@volvoforlife.com. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Volvo safety recall no. r235.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov . | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||||
| US22495 | 01/06/2011 | 10037900 | Ready | 06/07/2011 | |
| US22495 | 01/06/2011 | 10037900 | Volvo: the procedure if there is an oil leak coming from the angle gear fill plug. *rm | 06/07/2011 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM | |||||
| TJ-24643.1.5 | 04/10/2012 | 10044146 | Volvo: test message in driver information module (dim) regarding low level of oil, or yellow warning symbol. *pe | 05/15/2012 | |
| EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL | |||||
| TJ-21297-2 | 12/07/2010 | 10037819 | Ready | 06/06/2011 | |
| TJ-21297-2 | 12/07/2010 | 10037819 | Volvo: when a trailer is attached that has led lights there may be a lighting problem. *rm | 06/06/2011 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP | |||||
| SMB 23-037 | 01/17/2012 | 10043544 | Pump electronic modules (pem) to prior approval. *kb | 04/10/2012 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK - ABS WARNING LIGHT | |||||
| TJ-10438-8 | 10/27/2010 | 10037240 | Ready | 05/13/2011 | |
| TJ-10438-8 | 10/27/2010 | 10037240 | Volvo: the abs light is on with four possible toruble codes. *rm | 05/13/2011 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK - ABS WARNING LIGHT | |||||
| TJ-10438-8 | 10/27/2010 | 10037240 | Ready | 05/13/2011 | |
| TJ-10438-8 | 10/27/2010 | 10037240 | Volvo: the abs light is on with four possible toruble codes. *rm | 05/13/2011 | |
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - SPRINGS - COIL SPRINGS | |||||
| TJ-18381-7 | 12/21/2010 | 10037821 | Volvo: when going over bumps or on an uneven road there may be a knocking or rattling noise from the front struts. there may be a defective top bearing or a coil spring in conflict with the body strut tower. *rm | 06/06/2011 | |
| TJ-18381-7 | 12/21/2010 | 10037821 | Ready | 06/06/2011 | |
| TIRES | |||||
| US15309.4.1 | 04/23/2012 | 10044085 | Volvo: excessively negative rear camber may cause uneven tire wear and this may be accompanied by abnormal road noise or ride. refer to the camber angle specification in rtj 19674. also included models s40,c30, and v50 model year 2012. | 05/09/2012 | |
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DC | Washington | 20016 | Martens Cars of Washington | 537-3000 |
| MI | Troy | 48084 | Suburban Imports, Inc. | 7313350 |
| NJ | LAWRENCEVILLE | 8648 | Long Motor Company, Inc. | 882-0600 |
| NY | GLEN COVE | 11542 | NY-FV, Inc. | 216-2303 |
| NY | Rockville Centre | 11570 | Karp Automotive, Inc. | 7640200 |
| NY | Williamsville | 14221 | Northtown Automotive Companies, Inc. | 633-4000 |
| PA | Norristown | 19403 | Jim Wynn Volkswagen, Inc. | 5391100 |
| TX | Austin | 78723 | Budget Leasing, Inc. | 452-0266 |