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2006 Volvo S40

Owners have filed 81 complaints with NHTSA about the 2006 Volvo S40. Electrical system is the most reported problem area, at 31% of complaints. After that come engine (11%) and fuel system (11%).

At a glance

Complaints
81 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Electrical system 31% of complaints
Recalls
3
Fuel economy
20 to 23 MPG combined

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA

Problems owners report

Owners have filed 81 complaints with NHTSA about the 2006 Volvo S40. Electrical system is the most reported problem area, at 31% of complaints. After that come engine (11%) and fuel system (11%).

  • Electrical system 31%
  • Engine 11%
  • Fuel system 11%
  • Body & structure 11%
  • Wipers, windshield & visibility 9%

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2006 Volvo S40

Recalls

The 2006 Volvo S40 is affected by 3 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.

All 3 recall campaigns for the 2006 Volvo S40

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 6 versions of the 2006 Volvo S40. Combined fuel economy ranges from 20 to 23 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 20 city / 29 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

Other model years of the S40