Service Brakes Related Problems of the 2002 Volvo V40

Table 1 shows three common service brakes related problems of the 2002 Volvo V40.

Table 1. Service Brakes related problems of Volvo V40

Problem Category Number of Problems
Power Assist Brake Vacuum problems
1
Brake Drum Wheel Cylinder problems
1
Brake Master Cylinder problems
1

Power Assist Brake Vacuum problem #1

The contact owns a used 2002 Volvo V40 which was purchased in 2002. He stated that in order for the vehicle to stop, he had to apply extreme force to the brake pedal. The failure would occur at various speeds, including 5 mph. He also stated that the brake pedal would be depressed to the floor-boards before they would activate. Although recall campaign number 03v474000, service brakes, hydraulic power assist, vacuum is related to the failure as a result of NHTSA action number ea02026, his VIN was not included. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where he was awaiting repairs, to date. The failure and current mileages were under 90,000.

Brake Drum Wheel Cylinder problem #2

Brakes failed on may 17. Dealer could not find problem. Brakes failed on may 28. Dealer replaced master cylinder and wheel cylinder. Brake warning light again on 6/12/2002.

Brake Master Cylinder problem #3

Brakes failed on may 17. Dealer could not find problem. Brakes failed on may 28. Dealer replaced master cylinder and wheel cylinder. Brake warning light again on 6/12/2002.


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