MYRModel Year Report

2000 Volvo V40

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2000 Volvo V40
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:00:21.159Z

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 V40 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2000 highlighted. 1993: 1 complaints 1993 2000: 50 complaints 2000 2001: 11 complaints 2001 2002: 4 complaints 2002 2003: 2 complaints 2003 2004: 4 complaints 2004 2013: 1 complaints 2013
2000: 50 complaints
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YearComplaints
19931
200050
200111
20024
20032
20044
20131

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 14%

14% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 7 distinct reports on file.

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BRAKES NOT DEPRESSING, HAPPENED ON OUR CAR AND ON THE LOANER WE HAVE FROM VOLVO TWICE IN THE LAST WEEK. THE ENGINE: A BLACK PUFF OF SMOKE CAME OUT THE BACK, THE OIL LIGHT FLASHED ON AND THE ENGINE LOCKED BEFORE I COULD PULL OVER TO THE SHOULDER.

NHTSA ODI report, 20000519

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 10%

10% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 5 distinct reports on file.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 8%

8% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 4 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 VOLVO V40.

NHTSA ODI report, 20110712

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 8%

8% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 4 distinct reports on file.

SUSPENSION 6%

6% of complaints: suspension — 3 distinct reports on file.

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 V40 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 03V474000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2000 Volvo V40 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 V40?

The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, accounting for 14% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2000 Volvo V40 have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

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