MYRModel Year Report

2010 Volvo S40

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2010 Volvo S40
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:49:54.849Z

Only 9 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 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
9

Too few to rank

Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 2010

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

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 9 2011: 5 complaints
2000: 122 complaints 2000 2001: 84 complaints 2001 2002: 27 complaints 2002 2003: 18 complaints 2003 2004: 48 complaints 2004 2005: 69 complaints 2005 2006: 58 complaints 2006 2007: 25 complaints 2007 2008: 16 complaints 2008 2009: 10 complaints 2009 2010: 9 complaints 2010 9 2011: 5 complaints 2011
2000: 122 complaints 2000 2001: 84 complaints 2001 2002: 27 complaints 2002 2003: 18 complaints 2003 2004: 48 complaints 2004 2005: 69 complaints 2005 2006: 58 complaints 2006 2007: 25 complaints 2007 2008: 16 complaints 2008 2009: 10 complaints 2009 2010: 9 complaints 2010 9 2011: 5 complaints 2011

2010: 9 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
2000122
200184
200227
200318
200448
200569
200658
200725
200816
200910
20109
20115

Known problem areas

Only 9 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Visibility/wiper

2 of 9 total reports mention: visibility/wiper.

Structure

2 of 9 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body.

Show complaint excerpts

I was driving 65MPH on highway 101, just south of willits, California, when my sunroof exploded. I heard a loud explosion sound and immediately pulled over to figure out what just happened.

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-11-21

My husband and I both own 2010 volvos. Mine is S40, his XC60. We have both had leaks relating to faulty sunroof drain.

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-07-31

Air bags

2 of 9 total reports mention: air bags.

CRASH
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I got into a car accident today. The electrical wiring is constantly giving out and I had no idea my airbags wouldn't work until today when they did not deploy. My car hit the other car enough to move it several feet and no airbags.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-02-05

Also filed under Electrical system

Hello. The warning of the device is on the dashboard that the SRS is not functional

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-06-17

Wheels

1 of 9 total reports mentions: wheels.

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I was prompted to add air to my front tire due to the low tire pressure light coming on. After I added air I attempted to put the tire valve cap back on the wheel and it began forcefully blowing out air.

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-11-09

Seat belts

1 of 9 total reports mentions: seat belts.

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The seatbelt buckles stick when trying to eject. The buckle clasps have to be pushed down and wiggled a few times to unclasp. This is a serious safety issue because it's impossible to exit the car quickly. This is all belts in the car.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-01-10

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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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…

    Check if this car was fixed →

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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…

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2010 Volvo S40 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Visibility/wiper: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Structure: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Air bags: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 10V566000 · Equipment
  • Recall 10V591000 · Seats
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2010 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 2010 Volvo S40?
The most-reported component is visibility/wiper, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2010 Volvo S40 have?
2 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.