Suspension Related Problems of the 2000 Volvo V40

Table 1 shows four common suspension related problems of the 2000 Volvo V40. The number one most common problem is related to the rear suspension coil springs (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the rear suspension springs (two problems).

Table 1. Suspension related problems of Volvo V40


Recently reported Suspension problems of the 2000 Volvo V40

The Rear Suspension Coil Springs problem

The rear suspension was rough for about a year. Found both rear coil springs cracked at 65,000 miles, and replaced.   Read details...

The Rear Suspension Springs problem

We purchased our 2000 V40 from the original owner at 81k. We needed both rear springs replaced right away. This was the second time they were replaced. Dealer said a common flaw with the V40. We are also noticing a shaking in the front end when accelerating between 50-60mph. Not sure what this is.   Read details...

The Front Suspension problem

Failure of upper strut mount bushings causing loss of suspension / steering. Replaced for the third time on 2000 v-40 Volvo. Recently Volvo offered a newly designed heavy duty mount at three time the replacement cost demonstrating that original equipment mount was severely under designed.   Read details...



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