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2001 Volvo V40 Brakes Problems

Brakes complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2001 Volvo V40 has 4 NHTSA brakes complaints and 0 brakes-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2001 Volvo V40

Brakes
4
Engine
3

4

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 10, 2026

All Brakes Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Dec 1, 2010SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICTL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 VOLVO V40. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING HE HAD TO APPLY EXTREME PRESS...
Jun 20, 2003SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICVOLVO 2001 V-40 SATION WAGON: REAR BRAKE PADS COMPLETELY GONE BY 17000 MILES, LEADING TO ROTOR DAMAG...
Apr 8, 2003SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICNO BRAKES UPON INITIAL START AND SHORTLY THERAFTER, VEHICLE IDLED FOR APPROXIMATELY 6 HOURS. DEALER...
Nov 1, 2002SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICWHILE BACKING VEHICLE OUT OF GARAGE IN MORNING THE BRAKES SOMETIMES BECOME VERY DIFFICULT TO PUSH (H...

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