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2001 Volvo S40 recalls
NHTSA has 2 safety recall campaigns on record for the 2001 Volvo S40. Decode your VIN to confirm the exact vehicle.
Recall list
Equipment:other:labels
NHTSA 03V284000August 1, 2003220,407 units
Problem: Certain passenger cars fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." the second isofix guide was not installed in these vehicles and, in certain cases, the owner's manual isofix information is incorrect.
Risk: This does not meet the requirements of the standard.
Remedy: Owners will receive a letter/package consisting of the second isofix guide with installation instructions, and in certain cases, the corrected owner's manual may be provided. If the owner wants to take their vehicle to a volvo dealer for installation of the guide, it will be performed at no charge to the owner. Owner notification began on december 19, 2003. Owners should contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
Equipment:appliance:air conditioner
NHTSA 01V169000May 21, 200119,000 units
Problem: Vehicle description: sedan and wagon passenger vehicles. A diode in the electronic climate control system may have a reduced service life.
Risk: If the diode fails, the heater fan stops operating and the defroster function is affected.
Remedy: Dealers will install an adapter with a diode fitted to the heater fan motor. Owner notification began june 11, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
Source: NHTSA recall database. A recall applies to vehicles built in a specific date range; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Questions
How many recalls does the 2001 Volvo S40 have?
NHTSA records list 2 safety recall campaigns for the 2001 Volvo S40.
How do I know if my 2001 Volvo S40 has an open recall?
Enter your VIN on NHTSA.gov's recall lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls). It shows unrepaired recalls for your exact vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.