Volvo S40 2011
Model S40 made in 2011 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 concerningseats and structure.
Model 2011
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 | |||||
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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 . | |||||||||||||||
STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS | ||||||||||||||||
11V186000 | VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. | from 12/08/2010 to 01/03/2011 | V (Vehicle) | 7 | 04/15/2011 | MFR | VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. | 03/18/2011 | 03/23/2011 | |||||||
Defect Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
Consequence Summary | The crack could have an effect on the front structure and may reduce the crash performance of the vehicle. | |||||||||||||||
Corrective Summary | 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 customercare@volvoforlife.com. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | Volvo safety recall no. r241.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 |
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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 | Volvo: when a trailer is attached that has led lights there may be a lighting problem. *rm | 06/06/2011 | |
TJ-21297-2 | 12/07/2010 | 10037819 | Ready | 06/06/2011 | |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS | |||||
SC-236 | 04/26/2011 | 10038661 | Volvo service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. the headlight washer pump is interfering with the washer level fluid sensor. *rm | 06/24/2011 | |
SC-236 | 04/26/2011 | 10038661 | Ready | 06/24/2011 | |
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 | Volvo: the abs light is on with four possible toruble codes. *rm | 05/13/2011 | |
TJ-10438-8 | 10/27/2010 | 10037240 | Ready | 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 |