MYRModel Year Report

2007 Volvo S40

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2007 Volvo S40
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:47:13.739Z

Only 25 complaints on file — too few 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.

Only 25 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Volvo S40 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2007 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 2007 2008: 16 complaints 2008 2009: 10 complaints 2010: 9 complaints 2010 2011: 5 complaints 2011
2007: 25 complaints
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YearComplaints
2000122
200184
200227
200318
200448
200569
200658
200725
200816
200910
20109
20115

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 25 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

4 of 25 total reports mention: electrical system.

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SUNROOF DRAIN BECAME CLOGGED. THIS CAUSED THE POORLY DESIGNED DRAINS TO LEAK AT A JUNCTION INSIDE THE VEHICLE ALONG THE DOOR PILLAR AND BEHIND THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE WATER COLLECTS ON THE REAR PASSENGER FLOORBOARDS AND AROUND THE DRIVERS SEAT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20141020

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

3 of 25 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.

CRASH INJURY
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TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 VOLVO S40. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH THE BRAKES FAILED CAUSING HER TO CRASH INTO THE REAR OF A VEHICLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20110126

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

2 of 25 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.

STEERING

2 of 25 total reports mention: steering.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2 of 25 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20080311 — service brakes, hydraulic

VOLVO IS RECALLING 1,114 MY 2007 C30, C70, S40, AND V50 PASSENGER VEHICLES. A SOFT ANODIZED LAYER IN THE MASTER CYLINDER MAY TRIGGER EARLY WEAR ON A RUBBER SEAL THAT CAN RESULT IN INTERNAL LEAKAGE OF

Remedy: 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. OW

Campaign 08V101000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20101118 — equipment

VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH GARMIN 760 PORTABLE GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (GPS) UNITS BECAUSE THE BATTERIES ON THOSE UNITS MAY OVERHEAT.

Remedy: 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 N

Campaign 10V566000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2007 Volvo S40 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 08V101000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 10V566000 (equipment) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2007 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 2007 Volvo S40?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 16% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2007 Volvo S40 have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.