Other Fuel System Problems of Volvo S40

Volvo S40 owners have reported 29 other fuel system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common other fuel system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's other fuel system (21 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's other fuel system pump (6 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Other Fuel System related problems of Volvo S40


Recently reported Other Fuel System problems of Volvo S40

The Other Fuel System problem

The contact wife owns a 2005 Volvo S40. The contact stated the vehicle was hard to start for several days before not starting at all. The check engine light was illuminated. The vehicle was repaired by the contact, a previous Volvo technician.   Read details...

The Other Fuel System Pump problem

I went out to start my car for work and it would not start like it was out of but I have a half tank of gas in it but for some reason it sounds like the fuel pump/module is not working.   Read details...

The Other Fuel System Tank Assembly problem

Fuel gauge reports inaccurate fuel level readings. Rate at which gauge depletes is too rapid such that when gauge registers 1/2 tank, 3/4 tank of fuel exists, when gauge registers 1/4 tank, 1/2 tank exists, and so on.   Read details...

The Other Fuel System Fuel Gauge problem

Consumer complained about electrical problems. The windshield wipers suddenly cut on and off at times; the power windows and doors did not work, and gas gauge always showed that vehicle had no fuel. Also, airbag light came on. Finally, the trunk did not open.   Read details...




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