Volvo V40 Problems by Year
Volvo’s premium hatchback remains a strong used buy, though VEA diesels and some electrical issues mean the best cars are not always the cheapest.
Select a year below to see the specific problems affecting that model year, with estimated repair costs and severity ratings.
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Year Periods
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Known Issues
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Serious Faults
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Moderate Issues
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View MOT history, registration data, and reliability scores for the Volvo V40.
View V40 DirectoryBuying Tips for the Volvo V40
- ✓On diesel cars, confirm EGR and DPF work has been done if the car spent most of its life around town
- ✓Check the air conditioning on a warm day because failed compressors are not rare
- ✓Test locks, dashboard display and sensors carefully because small electrical faults are common with age
- ✓Inspect the passenger footwell and windscreen edge for any sign of water ingress