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Common Problems with 2002 Volvo S40

Retrospectively, the 2002 Volvo S40 had 13 complaints, and 23% of issues had something to do with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM problems.

What is the most common problem with a 2002 Volvo S40?

Based on car owner complaints, the most common issues with the 2002 Volvo S40 fall into the category of ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Below we had classified the complaints into groups by components affected.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 3 SUSPENSION 2 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 2 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 2 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 1 UNKNOWN OR OTHER 1 SERVICE BRAKES 1 FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 1

Worst 2002 Volvo S40 Problems

We have singled out the top-3 most critical reports that involved victims or injuries.

FRONT
2002 Volvo S40 January 11, 2003 Victims: 1

The consumer sustained major injuries when the vehicle struck a tree. the seat belt didn't hold him in place and the air bags didn't deploy. *ph...

TANK ASSEMBLY
2002 Volvo S40 October 25, 2005 Victims: 1 Mileage: 72872 miles

Crack in upper tank of sending unit resulting in gas leakage. 15 month old daughter may have been affected by the toxic fumes. *nm

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2002 Volvo S40 June 6, 2009

Front end suspension isn't right,pulls when driving and there is a knocking items nhtsa 10016415 and 630879. check engine has always been on 10003441....