One problem related to brake grinding noise has been reported for the 2001 Volvo S40. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Volvo S40 based on all problems reported for the 2001 S40.
When pressing on the brake pedal consumer heard a grinding noise, causing the vehicle to have extended stopping distance. Consumer indicated that this problem only occurred when vehicle was shut off for along period of time.