Recalls (3)
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2005 Volvo S40. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗760 PORTABLE AUTOMOTIVE GPS UNITS/GARMIN
- Summary
- VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH GARMIN 760 PORTABLE GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (GPS) UNITS BECAUSE THE BATTERIES ON THOSE UNITS MAY OVERHEAT.
- Consequence
- AN OVERHEATED BATTERY COULD LEAD TO A FIRE.
- Remedy
- VOLVO ADVISES OWNERS TO PLEASE STOP USING THE GARMIN PORTABLE GPS DEVICE IMMEDIATELY, AND VISIT THE GARMIN WEBSITE TO DETERMINE IF THEIR UNIT IS AFFECTED. THE UNIT'S BATTERY WILL BE REPLACED WITH A NEW BATTERY AND A SPACER WILL BE INSERTED ON TOP OF THE BATTERY NEXT TO THE PCB. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 18, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GARMIN AT 866-957-1981 OR VISIT GARMIN'S WEBSITE AT WWW.GARMIN.COM/NUVIBATTERYPCBRECALL.
PUMP ELECTRONIC MODULE (PEM) CORROSION
- Summary
- ON CERTAIN VEHICLES SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, WEST VIRGINIA, WISCONSIN, AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, REOCCURRING, LONG-TERM EXPOSURE TO CERTAIN ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS SUCH AS SALTY-WET CONDITIONS, IT IS POSSIBLE FOR THE PUMP ELECTRONIC MODULE (PEM) TO BECOME CORRODED INTERNALLY. THIS CAN CAUSE A FAULTY SIGNAL TO THE FUEL PUMP, RESULTING IN LOW OR NO FUEL PRESSURE TO THE ENGINE.
- Consequence
- IF THIS OCCURS, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT MAY ILLUMINATE. IN SOME CASES, THE VEHICLE MAY FAIL TO START OR MAY STALL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PEM AND INSTALL IT IN A NEW LOCATION TO PREVENT CORROSION. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 20, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
FUEL LINE
- Summary
- ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH T5 TURBO ENGINES, THE POLYAMIDE TUBE IN THE FUEL LINE IS SENSITIVE TO THE EXTREME TEMPERATURES THAT MAY OCCUR IN THE AREA WHERE THE TURBO/EXHAUST MANIFOLD IS LOCATED.
- Consequence
- THIS MAY POTENTIALLY RESULT IN FUEL LINE LEAKAGE. FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL CHANGE THE FUEL LINE MATERIAL TO TEFLON FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 5, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO CARS AT 1-800-458-1552.
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Owner complaints (69)
69 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The electrical system is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 69 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 19 | 27.5% |
| Fuel system | 12 | 17.4% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 11 | 15.9% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 8 | 11.6% |
| Air bags | 5 | 7.2% |
| Engine | 5 | 7.2% |
| Visibility | 5 | 7.2% |
| Service brakes | 4 | 5.8% |
| Seat belts | 3 | 4.3% |
| Unknown or other | 3 | 4.3% |
How 2005 compares with other S40 years
Best and worst S40 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 84 | 2 |
| 2002 | 27 | 1 |
| 2003 | 18 | 2 |
| 2004 | 48 | 6 |
| 2005 | 69 | 3 |
| 2006 | 58 | 3 |
| 2007 | 25 | 2 |
| 2008 | 16 | 2 |
| 2009 | 10 | 3 |
| 2010 | 9 | 2 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 22 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,750
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 404 g/mi
- EPA class
- Compact Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 22 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 L 5-cyl · 5-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 / 27 / 22 | $3,750 | 404 |
| 2.4 L 5-cyl · 5-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 / 27 / 22 | $3,750 | 404 |
| 2.5 L 5-cyl · 6-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 / 29 / 22 | $3,750 | 404 |
| 2.5 L 5-cyl · 5-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 / 27 / 22 | $3,750 | 404 |
| 2.5 L 5-cyl · 6-speed manual | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 25 / 20 | $4,100 | 444 |
| 2.5 L 5-cyl · 5-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 25 / 20 | $4,100 | 444 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2005 S40 for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
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2005 Volvo S40 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2005 Volvo S40 have?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns: 10V566000 (electrical), 08V033000 (fuel pump), 06V137000 (fuel system). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2005 Volvo S40 problems?
Owners filed 69 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (19), Fuel system (12), Engine and engine cooling (11) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2005 Volvo S40 get?
EPA rates the 2.4 L 5-cyl · 5-speed manual version at 19 city, 27 highway and 22 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2005 S40 compare with other years?
Among the 2001–2010 Volvo S40 model years at least five years old, the 2010 drew the fewest complaints (9) and the 2001 the most (84). The 2005 drew 69. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.