MYRModel Year Report

2000 Volvo S40

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2000 Volvo S40
RENDERED 2026-09-17T05:29:58.962Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Volvo S40 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2000 highlighted. 2000: 122 complaints 2000 2001: 84 complaints 2002: 27 complaints 2002 2003: 18 complaints 2004: 48 complaints 2004 2005: 69 complaints 2006: 58 complaints 2006 2007: 25 complaints 2008: 16 complaints 2008 2009: 10 complaints 2010: 9 complaints 2010 2011: 5 complaints 2011
2000: 122 complaints
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YearComplaints
2000122
200184
200227
200318
200448
200569
200658
200725
200816
200910
20109
20115

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

SERVICE BRAKES 46%

46% of complaints: service brakes — 56 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.

CRASH INJURY
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I WAS STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT BEHIND SEVERAL CARS. THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN AND I TOOK MY FOOT OFF THE BRAKE, BUT DID NOT PUT MY FOOT ON THE ACCELERATOR. THE CAR ENGINE REVVED UP AND LURCHED FORWARD DESPITE ME ATTEMPTING TO BRAKE HEAVILY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130425

Also filed under ENGINE

THE CAR HAS PROBLEMS STARTING AND TAKES A FEW TRIES BEFORE STARTING UP. HAVE ALSO HAD A PROBLEM WHERE THE CAR WAS IN PARK WITH THE PARKING BRAKE ENGAGED AND THE CAR WAS REVVING ON ITS OWN.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180808

Also filed under ENGINE

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 14%

14% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 17 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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DEALER/MANUFACTURER CLAIMED THAT NO KNOWN PROBLEMS EXISTED, BUT NHTSA HAD COMPLAINT ODI ID 879358 SINCE 7/1/2000. NO SAFETY DEFECGT LISTED. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20011213

WHILE SLOWING TO A STOP IN A PARKING PLACE (1-2MPH), THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20011213

EXTERIOR LIGHTING 12%

12% of complaints: exterior lighting — 15 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing headlights and turn signal.

SUSPENSION 11%

11% of complaints: suspension — 14 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing front and rear.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 11%

11% of complaints: electrical system — 13 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing switch and alternator/generator/regulator.

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 20020129 — PE (closed 20020910)

BRAKE POWER-ASSIST

I 20020910 — EA (closed 20031121)

VOLVO S40/V40 MY 2000-2001

R 20040315 — service brakes, hydraulic

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, WATER CAN ENTER THE ELECTRICAL BRAKE VACUUM PUMP, CAUSING THE PUMP TO FAIL.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PUMP WITH A NEW AND IMPROVED VERSION AND MOVE THE PUMP TO A NEW LOCATION. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON MARCH 15, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.

Campaign 03V474000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2000 Volvo S40 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (56 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (17 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (15 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 03V474000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2000 Volvo S40 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2000 Volvo S40?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 46% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2000 Volvo S40 have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.