Service Brakes Related Problems of the 2004 Volvo S40

Table 1 shows five common service brakes related problems of the 2004 Volvo S40. The number one most common problem is related to the service brakes (seven problems). The second most common problem is related to the power assist brake hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (one problem).


Recently reported Service Brakes problems of the 2004 Volvo S40

The Service Brakes problem

Brake pedal is too close to accelerator pedal. Whenever I operate the gas pedal, the side of my shoe also activates the brake. The problem is aggravated by the center tunnel carpet intruding on the minimal accelerator pedal space.   Read details...

The Power Assist Brake Hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings problem

The consumer stated the vehicle accelerated when brake was applied. A recall was issued, however the vehicle identification number was outside of the remedy scope. Please provide additional information. . There were five incidents when vehicle accelerated apon application of brakes.   Read details...

The Brake Disc Pads problem

I got new car in Nov 2003 of the year 2004 model. It feels like one has to put foot on brakes all the way to apply. It is progressively getting worse. In Dec 2005, while existing from highway we meet an accident as it did not stop where it was suppose to stop.   Read details...


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