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2009 Volvo S40 recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2009 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component3
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Seats | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
Safety recalls3
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Nov 22, 201010V591000 | SeatsPOSITIONING OF THE SEAT BEYOND THE INTENDED MAXIMUM CAN CAUSE INCREASED RISK OF INJURY TO THE PASSENGER IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH. DetailsHide details for campaign 10V591000
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| Nov 8, 201010V566000 | Equipment: electrical navigational system(global positioning system)AN OVERHEATED BATTERY COULD LEAD TO A FIRE. DetailsHide details for campaign 10V566000
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| Jul 23, 200808V329000 | Steering: hydraulic power assist hose, piping, and connectionsTHIS CAN RESULT IN A RAPID DRAINAGE OF THE POWER STEERING FLUID IN THE SYSTEM AND A COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER ASSISTANCE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. DetailsHide details for campaign 08V329000
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Owner complaints by component10
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 3 | 30 |
| Unknown or other | 2 | 20 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 10 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 10 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 10 |
| Suspension | 1 | 10 |
| Tires | 1 | 10 |
| Wheels | 1 | 10 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | 10 |
| Engine | 1 | 10 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 10 |
| Hydraulic | 1 | 10 |
An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Unknown or other
“I purchased the 2009 Volvo on 10/5 at M&M Auto Sales LLC and on 10/9 at 6:20 am my vehicles check engine light turned on and a transmission service urgent light turned on.”
- Power train
“Replacement of cv joints- october 2018 my vehicle was diagnosed with leakage from the cv joints which splattered all underneath my vehicle. My vehicle only had 69,000 miles.”
- Electrical system
“Headlight wiring- made an attempt to change light bulbs for headlamps. Covering around electrical wiring harness which connect to headlight crumbled in my hands and electrical wiring is exposed.”
Other Volvo S40 model years
- 20112 recalls5 complaints
- 20103 recalls9 complaints
- 20093 recalls10 complaints
- 20082 recalls16 complaints
- 20072 recalls25 complaints
- 20063 recalls59 complaints
- 20053 recalls81 complaints
All years: 2011 · 2010 · 2009 · 2008 · 2007 · 2006 · 2005 · 2004 · 2003 · 2002 · 2001 · 2000
Other Volvo models
- 2009 S603 recalls7 complaints
- 2009 XC901 recall7 complaints
- 2009 S805 recalls16 complaints
- 2009 V703 recalls4 complaints
- 2009 XC705 recalls15 complaints
- 2009 C703 recalls10 complaints
- 2009 V503 recalls2 complaints
- 2009 C302 recalls6 complaints
- 2010 XC607 recalls56 complaints
- 2015 V602 recalls23 complaints
- 2019 XC404 recalls30 complaints
- 2017 S904 recalls8 complaints
2009 Volvo S40 recall questions
How many recalls does the 2009 Volvo S40 have?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recall campaigns for the 2009 Volvo S40. The most recent, 10V591000 (reported November 22, 2010), concerns seats. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What is the most common complaint about the 2009 Volvo S40?
Power train is the most-reported component, named in 3 complaints out of 10 filed with NHTSA (30%). Across all complaints, owners reported 0 crashs and 3 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2009 Volvo S40?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Volvo recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Volvo dealer.
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