2007 Volvo S40: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2007 Volvo S40: 2 recalls, 25 owner complaints and up to 23 mpg combined.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #08V101000 · 2008 · 1,114 vehicles
What's wrong: A soft anodized layer in the master cylinder May trigger early wear on a rubber seal that can result in internal leakage of brake fluid. If affected, the driver May experience reduced brake performance when applying and maintaining force of the brake pedal.
Why it matters: The capacity to brake will gradually deteriorate forcing the driver to use a higher than expected force on the brake pedal when compared to an intact brake system. The deterioration can eventually result in complete loss of the brake system functionality increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the master cylinder. The brake master cylinder and brake fluid reservoir will be replaced and certain brake lines cleaned free of charge. The recall began on March 11, 2008.
Equipment Vehicle recall #10V566000 · 2010 · 416 vehicles
What's wrong:
Why it matters: An overheated battery could lead to a fire.
The 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 be…
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 5 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (5): the most common themes are door / lock issues (3), electrical failure (2), leaks (2).
- Brakes (hydraulic) (4): the most common themes are brake failure / soft pedal (2).
- Engine & cooling (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Other / unknown (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2007 Volvo S40 has 25 owner complaints, ranking #7 of 12 S40 model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 41). Complaints peaked in 2011 (5 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 57,500 miles. Neighboring years: 2006 (58 complaints, 3 recalls), 2008 (16 complaints, 2 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 L 5-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 | 28 | 23 | Premium |
| 2.4 L 5-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 | 27 | 22 | Premium |
| 2.5 L 5-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 | 27 | 22 | Premium |
| 2.5 L 5-cyl turbo | Automatic (S5) | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 | 28 | 22 | Premium |
| 2.5 L 5-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 18 | 26 | 21 | Premium |
| 2.5 L 5-cyl turbo | Automatic (S5) | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 18 | 26 | 21 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2007 Volvo S40 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2007 Volvo S40. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2007 Volvo S40 problems?
Owners have filed 25 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (5), brakes (hydraulic) (4), engine & cooling (3).
What gas mileage does the 2007 Volvo S40 get?
EPA ratings run up to 23 mpg combined (2.4 L, Automatic (S5)), across 6 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2007 Volvo S40 repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.