2009 Volvo S40
Only 10 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 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 10
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2009
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2009: 10 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2000 | 122 |
| 2001 | 84 |
| 2002 | 27 |
| 2003 | 18 |
| 2004 | 48 |
| 2005 | 69 |
| 2006 | 58 |
| 2007 | 25 |
| 2008 | 16 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 5 |
Known problem areas
Only 10 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
3 of 10 total reports mention: power train.
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Replacement of cv joints- October 2018 my vehicle was diagnosed with leakage from the cv joints which splattered all underneath my vehicle. My vehicle only had 69,000 miles.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-12-04
Wheels
1 of 10 total reports mentions: wheels.
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Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) failure which almost resulted in a crash at high speed. TPMS air stem broke while driving. The TPMS then fell into the tire, leaving the air stem hole wide open, which resulted in rapid deflation of the tire.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-03-19
Tires
1 of 10 total reports mentions: tires.
Suspension
1 of 10 total reports mentions: suspension.
Service brakes
1 of 10 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2008-08-13Steering08V329000 Volvo is recalling my 2008-2009 vehicles. A section of the power steering return line hose was not properly vulcanized (Cured) and does not meet specifications. If the power steering return hose…
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the steering return line hose assembly free of charge. The recall began on August 13, 2008. Owners may contact Volvo AT 1-800-458-1552.
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2010-11-18Equipment10V566000 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…
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2010-12-23Seats10V591000 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…
Remedy: 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 safety recall began on December 23…
Buy-smart checklist
2009 Volvo S40 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Wheels: 1 report on file for this year.
- Tires: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 08V329000 · Steering
- Recall 10V566000 · Equipment
- Recall 10V591000 · Seats
FAQ
- Is the 2009 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 2009 Volvo S40?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2009 Volvo S40 have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.