2004 Volvo S40 vs 2005 Volvo S40
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2004 Volvo S40 | 2005 Volvo S40 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 48 | 69 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 238 | 170 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–23 | 20–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 64,500 mi | 76,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Volvo S40 | Volvo S40 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 11 | 19 |
| Air Bags | 11 | 5 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 11 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 | 11 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 8 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 8 | 1 |
| Engine | 2 | 5 |
| Visibility | 2 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 9 | 19 |
| Check engine light | 6 | 6 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 6 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 5 |
2004 Volvo S40
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.