Table 1 shows eleven common service brakes related problems of the 2001 Volvo S40. The number one most common problem is related to the brake disc pads (seven problems). The second most common problem is related to the service brakes (four problems).
My 2001 Volvo S40 has a little over 16,000 miles. The front brake pads have been replaced 3 times, once by the dealer under warranty and twice at my expense. We also have another S40 in the household with the same problem of brakes needing replacement frequently. Read details...
I purchased a Volvo for their reputation on safety. So why does our Volvo have an acceleration problem? I could be at a stop light and the car revs up to 2000 rpm's and starts to go with my foot on the brake with me almost hitting the car in front of me then when we first start up the car the Read details...
I bought a 2001 Volvo S40 in June 2009. I noticed right away that the brakes didn't seem to work properly, as the stopping distance was far too long. They assured me the brakes were brand new. After driving it a few weeks, I became very nervous about the brakes because I had come close to rear Read details...