2001 Volvo S40 review from North America
"My S-40 is a true lemon"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Car stalls frequently near idle while in drive position.
Check engine light and other informational lights on frequently.
Cruise control replaced.
Radio replaced.
Brakes replaced prematurely.
General comments?
Numerous fixes have been attempted for the stalling problem, however it has not been corrected.
The overall computer-electrical system seems confused. Incorrect engine lights illuminate. On a summer day while the "arrow" light illuminated, the outside temperature monitor said it was -44 degrees.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 3/10 |
| Reliability marks | 3/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 8000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 40000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Ranger |
| Date of Entry | 21st July, 2004 |