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VOLVO V40 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock

VOLVO V40 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock Report #722662

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on May 01, 2000.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK . BRAKES NOT DEPRESSING, HAPPENED ON OUR CAR AND ON THE LOANER WE HAVE FROM VOLVO TWICE IN THE LAST WEEK. THE ENGINE: A BLACK PUFF OF SMOKE CAME OUT THE BACK, THE OIL LIGHT FLASHED ON AND THE ENGINE LOCKED BEFORE I COULD PULL OVER TO THE SHOULDER. THERE WAS NOT ELECTRICAL WARNING AND NO PHYSICAL WARNING (LEAKING OIL ETC.)..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW2552YF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in GAITHERSBURG, MD. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990901. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo V40 2000 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph.
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VOLVO V40 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline

VOLVO V40 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline Report #722662

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on May 01, 2000.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE . BRAKES NOT DEPRESSING, HAPPENED ON OUR CAR AND ON THE LOANER WE HAVE FROM VOLVO TWICE IN THE LAST WEEK. THE ENGINE: A BLACK PUFF OF SMOKE CAME OUT THE BACK, THE OIL LIGHT FLASHED ON AND THE ENGINE LOCKED BEFORE I COULD PULL OVER TO THE SHOULDER. THERE WAS NOT ELECTRICAL WARNING AND NO PHYSICAL WARNING (LEAKING OIL ETC.)..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW2552YF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in GAITHERSBURG, MD. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990901. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo V40 2000 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph.
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VOLVO V40 Unknown Or Other

VOLVO V40 2000 Unknown Or Other Report #722662

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on May 01, 2000.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with UNKNOWN OR OTHER . BRAKES NOT DEPRESSING, HAPPENED ON OUR CAR AND ON THE LOANER WE HAVE FROM VOLVO TWICE IN THE LAST WEEK. THE ENGINE: A BLACK PUFF OF SMOKE CAME OUT THE BACK, THE OIL LIGHT FLASHED ON AND THE ENGINE LOCKED BEFORE I COULD PULL OVER TO THE SHOULDER. THERE WAS NOT ELECTRICAL WARNING AND NO PHYSICAL WARNING (LEAKING OIL ETC.)..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW2552YF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in GAITHERSBURG, MD. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990901. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo V40 2000 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph.
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VOLVO V40 Steering Rack And Pinion

VOLVO V40 2000 Steering Rack And Pinion Report #862887

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on Oct 06, 1999.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with STEERING:RACK AND PINION . WHILE DRIVING HOME FROM WORK AND TRYING TO PULL INTO THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT, WENT TO APPLY BRAKES, AND THEY DEPRESSED ABOUT 1 INCH. WAS NOT ABLE TO STOP. HAD TO TAKE FOOT OFF BRAKES, THEN SLAMMED ON THEM, AND VEHICLE STOPPED. ALSO, STEERING WHEEL BECAME VERY STIFF, AND ENGINE DIED FOR A BRIEF MOMENT, AND THEN FUNCTIONED NORMALLY. *AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW2552YF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in GAITHERSBURG, MD. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO V40 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock

VOLVO V40 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock Report #862887

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on Oct 06, 1999.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK . WHILE DRIVING HOME FROM WORK AND TRYING TO PULL INTO THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT, WENT TO APPLY BRAKES, AND THEY DEPRESSED ABOUT 1 INCH. WAS NOT ABLE TO STOP. HAD TO TAKE FOOT OFF BRAKES, THEN SLAMMED ON THEM, AND VEHICLE STOPPED. ALSO, STEERING WHEEL BECAME VERY STIFF, AND ENGINE DIED FOR A BRIEF MOMENT, AND THEN FUNCTIONED NORMALLY. *AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW2552YF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in GAITHERSBURG, MD. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO V40 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline

VOLVO V40 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline Report #862887

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on Oct 06, 1999.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE . WHILE DRIVING HOME FROM WORK AND TRYING TO PULL INTO THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT, WENT TO APPLY BRAKES, AND THEY DEPRESSED ABOUT 1 INCH. WAS NOT ABLE TO STOP. HAD TO TAKE FOOT OFF BRAKES, THEN SLAMMED ON THEM, AND VEHICLE STOPPED. ALSO, STEERING WHEEL BECAME VERY STIFF, AND ENGINE DIED FOR A BRIEF MOMENT, AND THEN FUNCTIONED NORMALLY. *AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW2552YF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in GAITHERSBURG, MD. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO V40 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Disc Pads

VOLVO V40 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Disc Pads Report #866607

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on .VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS . AT 12,000 MILES BRAKE PADS ARE PREMATURELY WEARING OUT. CAUSE UNKOWN. DEALER CANNOT IDENTIFY THE CAUSE. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW2556YF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in LOS ANGLES, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO V40 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock

VOLVO V40 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock Report #725895

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on Nov 01, 1999.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK . I HAVE HAD A PROBLEM WITH MY BRAKES SINCE I PURCHASED THE CAR. WHEN I USE THE CAR AFTER IT HAS BEEN SITTING FOR A WHILE, IT FEELS LIKE THE BRAKES AREN'T WORKING. YOU HAVE TO DEPRESS THE PEDAL FURTHER AND HARDER THAN NORMAL FOR THE CAR TO STOP. AFTER A FEW BRAKE APPLICATIONS, THE BRAKES APPEAR TO WORK NORMALLY. *AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW2551YF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in ARLINGTON, MA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19991001. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo V40 2000 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph.
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VOLVO V40 Visibility Windshield Wiper/washer

VOLVO V40 2000 Visibility Windshield Wiper/washer Report #729699

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on Aug 28, 2000.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER . ELECTRICAL SYSTEM HAS TOTAL FAILURE AND SHORTED WITHIN ONE WEEK OF PURCHASE, UNRESOLVED PROBLEMS WITH BRAKE AND DSM WARNING LIGHTS ON DASHBOARD FLASHING ON AND OFF.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW2555YF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in CINCINNATI, OH. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20000601. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo V40 2000 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph.
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VOLVO V40 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline

VOLVO V40 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline Report #729656

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on May 04, 2000.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE . OIL CAME OUT OF ENGINE - OIL LIGHT NOT COME ON - ENGINE STOPPED IN MIDDLE OF HIGHWAY WITH NO WARNING. JUST MISSED AN ACCIDENT - STEERING LOCKED, ENGINE STOPPED - COASTED TO EDGE OF HWY. REPORTED TO VOLVO - SAID MY FAULT - WOULD NOT INSPECT INSTRUMENTS. COST $7100. IN SHOP FOR 4 MONTHS TO REPAIR - SO FAR. HAVE PROBLEM WITH 2ND EGINE - FUEL LEAK. ASKED TO REPORT BY CAS..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW2552YF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in GAITHERSBURG, MD. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19990901. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo V40 2000 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.
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VOLVO V40 Electrical System Ignition

VOLVO V40 2000 Electrical System Ignition Report #729699

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on Aug 28, 2000.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION . ELECTRICAL SYSTEM HAS TOTAL FAILURE AND SHORTED WITHIN ONE WEEK OF PURCHASE, UNRESOLVED PROBLEMS WITH BRAKE AND DSM WARNING LIGHTS ON DASHBOARD FLASHING ON AND OFF.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW2555YF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in CINCINNATI, OH. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20000601. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo V40 2000 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph.
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VOLVO V40 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Disc Pads

VOLVO V40 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Disc Pads Report #735281

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on .VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS . AT 15K MILES FRONT BRAKE PADS HAD TO BE REPLACED. DEALER ADVISED THAT IS NORMAL. REAR BRAKES SHOULD LAST 30K MILES. NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY. *AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW255XYF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in LONG VALLEY, NJ. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20000501. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo V40 2000 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS.
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VOLVO V40 Exterior Lighting Brake Lights

VOLVO V40 2000 Exterior Lighting Brake Lights Report #742646

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on Mar 15, 2001.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS . BRAKE LIGHT BULBS FALL OUT OF LIGHT HARNESS. REPEATED PROBLEM - DEALER ONLY REPLACES BULBS, BUT BULBS STILL FALL OUT LEAVING NO BRAKE LIGHTS..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW2556YF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in SALEM, MA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20000201. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo V40 2000 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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VOLVO V40 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Disc

VOLVO V40 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Disc Report #743980

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on Mar 25, 2001.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC . REAR BRAKE PADS ARE WORN DOWN TO THE METAL AND THE METAL IS CUTTING INTO THE ROTOR. DEALER SAID IT IS NORMAL FOR BRAKES TO BE REPLACED BETWEEN 10,000 TO 15,000 MILES. I FIND THIS TO UNACCEPTABLE.*AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW2555YF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in SACRAMENTO, CA. Vehicle was purchased on 20000701. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo V40 2000 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS.
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VOLVO V40 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock

VOLVO V40 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock Report #744835

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on Apr 17, 2001.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK . BRAKE PEDAL VERY STIFF AFTER CAR HAS BEEN SITTING, CAUSING EXTENDED BRAKING DISTANCES. VOLVO TSB # 52-01 ADRESSES THIS SYMPTOM..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW2551YF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in SHREWSBURY, MA. Vehicle was purchased on 20000301. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo V40 2000 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 10 mph.
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VOLVO V40 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Disc

VOLVO V40 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Disc Report #748543

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on July 05, 2001.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC . NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW2554YF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in CROTON ON HUDSON, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19991201. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo V40 2000 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS.
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VOLVO V40 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Disc Report #750784

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on Aug 17, 2001.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC . BRAKE PADS PREMATURELY WORN ALMOST TO THE ROTORS ONLY 20,000 MILES, 90% HIGHWAY DRIVING. DEALER TOLD US THAT WAS ABNORMAL WEAR AND THE CAR WAS MANUFACTURED WITH SOFTER PADS TO PREVENT SQUEALING AND WILL REPLACE AT MY COST WITH HARDER BREAK PADS THAT SHOULD LAST LONGER. DEALER SAID THIS HAS BEEN A PROBLEM WITH MANY OF THE V40'S " ONE LADY HAD TO REPLACE THEM AT 11,000 MILES". *AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW2557YF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in EDWARDSVILLE, IL. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20001001. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo V40 2000 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS.
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VOLVO V40 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Report #9003363

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on .VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS . BRAKES HAD OR HAVE A PROBLEM, BRAKES FREEZE AND IT IS LIKE PUTTING YOU FOOT ON A BOARD WITH NO GIVE..Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW2556YF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in MARGATE CITY, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO V40 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Disc Pads

VOLVO V40 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Disc Pads Report #9004337

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on .VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS . TWO HEADLAMPS AT DIFFERENT TIMES BLEW OUT PREMATURELY. REPLACE REAR BRAKE PADS BOTHE SIDES. IT HAS BEEN ADMITTED THAT THE SIZE OF THE REAR BRAKES ARE TOO SMALL..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW2550YF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in BRYANTVILLE, MA. Vehicle was purchased on 20000629. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo V40 2000 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo V40 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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VOLVO V40 Exterior Lighting Headlights

VOLVO V40 2000 Exterior Lighting Headlights Report #9004337

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on .VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS . TWO HEADLAMPS AT DIFFERENT TIMES BLEW OUT PREMATURELY. REPLACE REAR BRAKE PADS BOTHE SIDES. IT HAS BEEN ADMITTED THAT THE SIZE OF THE REAR BRAKES ARE TOO SMALL..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW2550YF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in BRYANTVILLE, MA. Vehicle was purchased on 20000629. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo V40 2000 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo V40 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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VOLVO V40 Communications Horn Assembly

VOLVO V40 2000 Communications Horn Assembly Report #9004860

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on .VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with COMMUNICATIONS:HORN ASSEMBLY . HORN WORK SOME OF THE TIME..Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW2556YF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in PUYALLUP, WA. Vehicle was purchased on 20000701. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo V40 2000 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo V40 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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VOLVO V40 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock

VOLVO V40 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock Report #8003080

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on Dec 10, 2000.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK . ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS WHEN BRAKES WERE APPLIED PEDAL BECAME SOFT,CAUSING EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. VEHICLE HAS BEEN AT THE DEALER ON FOUR OCCASIONS, AND PROBLEM STILL OCCURS. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW2553YF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in SALISBURY, MD. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO V40 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock Report #760570

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on July 17, 2000.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK . HERE IS HOW THE PROBLEM FIRST STARTS TO OCCUR. IT STARTS OUT AS AN INTERMITTENT THING AND GRADUALLY PROGRESSES TO EVERY TIME. CAR HAS BEEN OFF FOR A PERIOD OF TIME. THE CAR IS STARTED, PLACED IN REVERSE TO BACK OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY, THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED TO STOP THE CAR AND PLACE INTO DRIVE. DURING THE FIRST BRAKING ATTEMPT THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED TO THE FLOOR TO GET THE CAR TO STOP (THE POWER BRAKING SEEMS TO FAIL). THE BRAKES OPERATE NORMALLY AT THE SECOND BRAKING ATTEMPT. THIS PROBLEM PROGRESSES OVER TIME WHERE BRAKING BECOMES SLUGGISH AT ALL BRAKING ATTEMPTS. WHAT HAS PROMPTED ME TO ISSUE THIS COMPLAINT IS MY WIFE ALMOST REAR ENDED THE CAR IN FRONT OF HER IN A QUICK STOP SITUATION. VOLVO HAS REPLACED COMPONENTS CENTERED AROUND THE BRAKE VACUUM SYSTEM. THESE ITEMS HAVE INCLUDED THE VACUUM PUMP (TWICE), HOSES, AND A FUSE. THE CAR HAS BEEN SERVICED FOR THIS ISSUE 5 TIMES IN A LITTLE OVER TWO YEARS SINCE I MADE MY PURCHASE. DURING THE LAST ATTEMPT TO FIX THE CAR IT WAS IN FOR SERVICE FOR 9 DAYS STRAIGHT (11/11/01-11/20/01). AT THE TIME OF THIS WRITING (4/11/02) IT IS BACK IN THE SHOP FOR THIS ISSUE.*AK.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW2559YF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in CANTON, MA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20991101. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo V40 2000 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph.
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VOLVO V40 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components

VOLVO V40 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Report #8009492

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on May 01, 2001.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS . VEHICLE CONTINUOUSLY IS IN NEED OF NEW BRAKE PADS. VEHICLE CURRENTLY HAS 35,000 MILES ON IT. *AK. CONSUMER STATES PREVIOUSLY THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILURE, LOOSE PARTS INCLUDING A WHEEL AND AIR CONDITION FAILURE. *YD.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW2555YF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in CINNCINATTI, OH. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo V40 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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VOLVO V40 Electrical System

VOLVO V40 2000 Electrical System Report #8009492

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on May 01, 2001.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . VEHICLE CONTINUOUSLY IS IN NEED OF NEW BRAKE PADS. VEHICLE CURRENTLY HAS 35,000 MILES ON IT. *AK. CONSUMER STATES PREVIOUSLY THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILURE, LOOSE PARTS INCLUDING A WHEEL AND AIR CONDITION FAILURE. *YD.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW2555YF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in CINNCINATTI, OH. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo V40 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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VOLVO V40 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Disc Pads

VOLVO V40 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Disc Pads Report #763602

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on May 01, 2002.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS . VOLVO OF NO AM CONTACTED ABOUT WEAR OF BRAKE PADS. THEY OFFERED A 15% DISCOUNT ON THE REPAIR BILL AND CLAIM NO LIABILITY ON THEIR PART FOR THE POOR WEAR,LACK OF QUALITY CONTROL IN CHOOSING THE PAD MATERIAL, FAILURE TO ALERT CONSUMERS OF THE DEFECTIVE WEAR AND POTENTIAL DANGER, ESP. THOSE OWNERS WHO ARE NOT DILIGENT ABOUT INSPECTING THEIR BRAKES. *AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW2554YF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in PHILA, PA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20001201. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo V40 2000 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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VOLVO V40 Structure Body

VOLVO V40 2000 Structure Body Report #565479

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on .VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY . WHILE DRIVING THE DRIVER'S SEAT BACK MOVES BACKWARD, SOMETIMES CAUSING THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONSOLE CONTROLS FOR THE WINDOW WERE POSITIONED AT THE CENTER INSTEAD OF AT THE DASHBOARD AND WERE INCONVENIENT BOTH FOR THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER. PLACING AN OBJECT ON THE CENTER CONSOLE ALSO CHANGES THE CONTROL OF THE SIDE VIEW MIRRORS. *YH .Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in STATEN ISLAND, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO V40 Seats

VOLVO V40 2000 Seats Report #565479

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on .VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with SEATS . WHILE DRIVING THE DRIVER'S SEAT BACK MOVES BACKWARD, SOMETIMES CAUSING THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONSOLE CONTROLS FOR THE WINDOW WERE POSITIONED AT THE CENTER INSTEAD OF AT THE DASHBOARD AND WERE INCONVENIENT BOTH FOR THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER. PLACING AN OBJECT ON THE CENTER CONSOLE ALSO CHANGES THE CONTROL OF THE SIDE VIEW MIRRORS. *YH .Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in STATEN ISLAND, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO V40 Exterior Lighting Headlights

VOLVO V40 2000 Exterior Lighting Headlights Report #565479

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on .VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS . THE HEAD LIGHT SYSTEM HAS A MAJOR DEFECT, CAUSING CONSTANT HEAD LIGHTS FAILURES. *YH .Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in STATEN ISLAND, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO V40 Equipment Electrical Radio/tape Deck/cd Etc.

VOLVO V40 2000 Equipment Electrical Radio/tape Deck/cd Etc. Report #565479

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on .VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. . THE CD PLAYER FAILED. *YH .Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in STATEN ISLAND, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO V40 Wheels Cap/cover/hub

VOLVO V40 2000 Wheels Cap/cover/hub Report #565479

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on .VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with WHEELS:CAP/COVER/HUB . THE HUB CAPS HAVE REPEATEDLY FALLEN OF THE WHEELS. *YH .Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in STATEN ISLAND, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO V40 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components

VOLVO V40 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Report #767618

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on Aug 01, 2002.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS . THIS IS AN ONGOING PROBLEM WITH THE BRAKE SYSTEM IN THIS VEHICLE, WHICH BEGAN IN THE FIRST WEEKS OF OWNERSHIP AND HAS CONTINUED TO THE PRESENT, AND WHICH INCLUDES BOTH THE BRAKE POWER ASSIST SYSTEM WHICH IS REFLECTED IN A NON-RESPONSE TO DEPRESSION OF THE BRAKE PEDAL AND AN EXCESSIVE AND UNEVEN BRAKE PAD PROBLEM. EXTENSIVE BUT FRUITLESS COMMUNICATIONS HAVE BEEN CONDUCTED WITH VOLVO CUSTOMER SERVICE AND LEGAL REPRESENTATIVES RESULTING IN THE PREPARATION OF A LEGAL COMPLAINT FOR WHICH RELIEF WILL BE SOUGHT UNDER COLORADO'S LEMON LAW AND UNDER THEORIES OF FRAUD AND BREACH OF WARRANTY. NLM.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YVIVW2556YF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in COS, CO. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20000201. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo V40 2000 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph.
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VOLVO V40 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Power Assist

VOLVO V40 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Power Assist Report #10000114

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on May 06, 2001.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST . UNPREDICTABLE EXTENDED BRAKING DISTANCE ON VOLVO MODELS V40 AND V70. VOLVO HAS A TSB THAT REMEDIES THIS DANGEROUS PROBLEM (SHOULD BE A RECALL!!!).0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 15000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW2551YF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in MARLBORO, MA. Vehicle was purchased on 20010329. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volvo V40 2000 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo V40 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph. DEALER'S NAME: GALLO VOLVO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 508-791-3678 . DEALER'S CITY: WORCESTER . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 01610 .
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VOLVO V40 Wheels

VOLVO V40 2000 Wheels Report #10009503

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on .VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with WHEELS . THE DRIVER SIDE WHEEL WAS LOOSE, WHICH CAUSED A NOISE.*JB.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):PLEASE PROV. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in PERRY HALL, MD. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO V40 Engine And Engine Cooling

VOLVO V40 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling Report #10011976

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on Apr 15, 2001.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE JERKED AND THEN THE ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND STAYED ON THE REMAINDER OF THE TIME VEHICLE WAS BEING OPERATED. DEALER NOTIFIED. *NLM.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):FULLFILL. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in PERRY HALL, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO V40 Suspension Front Wheel Bearing

VOLVO V40 2000 Suspension Front Wheel Bearing Report #10011977

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on Oct 15, 2002.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING . THE WHEEL BEARING SNAPPED CAUSING THE TIRE TO WOBBLE. DEALER NOTIFIED. *NLM.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):FULLFILL. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in PERRY HALL, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO V40 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock

VOLVO V40 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock Report #10011979

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on Mar 15, 2003.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK . WHEN THE DRIVER APPLIED THE ABS BRAKES THEY LOCKED UP RESULTING IN EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. *NLM .Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):FULLFILL. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in PERRY HALL, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO V40 Exterior Lighting Headlights

VOLVO V40 2000 Exterior Lighting Headlights Report #10011980

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on Nov 15, 2002.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS . WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE AT NIGHT THE HEADLIGHTS WOULD SHUT OFF WITH NO WARNING. DEALER NOTIFIED. *NLM.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):FULLFILL. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in PERRY HALL, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO V40 Engine And Engine Cooling

VOLVO V40 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling Report #10011983

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on Nov 14, 2002.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED. *NLM.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):FULLFILL. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in PERRY HALL, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO V40 Power Train Automatic Transmission

VOLVO V40 2000 Power Train Automatic Transmission Report #10011984

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on Nov 12, 2002.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . WHILE DRIVING THE TRANSMISSION LOCKED UP LOCKING THE REAR TIRES WHICH MADE IT DIFFICULT TO CONTROL THE VEHICLE. *NLM.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):FULLFILL. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in PERRY HALL, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO V40 Structure Body Hatchback/liftgate

VOLVO V40 2000 Structure Body Hatchback/liftgate Report #10011986

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on Sept 15, 2002.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE . THE REAR HATCH DID NOT CLOSE. *NLM.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):FULLFILL. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in PERRY HALL, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO V40 Electrical System Ignition

VOLVO V40 2000 Electrical System Ignition Report #10011987

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on Jan 12, 2003.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION . WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF THE KEY BECAME STUCK IN THE IGNITION . *NLM.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):FULL FILL. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in PERRY HALL, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO V40 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VOLVO V40 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Report #10031964

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on .VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC . MOISTURE IN THE VACUUM SYSTEM CAUSED THE VACUUM PUMP TO FAIL. WHEN IT WAS COLD THE VEHICLE'S BRAKES DIDN'T FUNCTION AT ALL. THE REAR BRAKES FAILED DUE TO A DEFECT IN THE BRAKE SYSTEM. THE MANUFACTURER REFUSED TO PAY TO REPLACE THE SYSTEM *AK *NM .Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW355XYF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in CHAPEL HILL, NC. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20020801. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.FUEL TYPE: DIESEL. Volvo V40 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: CROWN HONDA VOLVO . DEALER'S CITY: CHAPEL HILL . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NC. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 27514 .
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VOLVO V40 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Master Cylinder

VOLVO V40 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Master Cylinder Report #10030825

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on Aug 05, 2003.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER . BRAKE SYSTEM IN CAR WORKS POORLY WHEN CAR IS COLD OR LEFT FOR A FEW HOURS. SIGNIFICANTLY MORE BRAKE PRESSURE IS REQUIRED TO STOP THE CAR WHEN CAR IS COLD. PROBLEM HAS BEEN "FIXED" THREE TIMES BUT HAS RETURNED AGAIN. EVIDENTLY THIS IS RELATED TO FAILURE OF A VACUUM PUMP USED TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL BRAKE VACUUM FOR THE MASTER CYLINDER WHEN THE ENGINE IS COLD.*AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW2557YF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in OMAHA, NE. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19991005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volvo V40 2000 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo V40 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: VOLVO OF KEENE . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 800-421-0909 . DEALER'S CITY: KEENE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NH. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 03431 .
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VOLVO V40 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Power Assist Vacuum

VOLVO V40 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Power Assist Vacuum Report #10030825

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on Aug 05, 2003.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM . BRAKE SYSTEM IN CAR WORKS POORLY WHEN CAR IS COLD OR LEFT FOR A FEW HOURS. SIGNIFICANTLY MORE BRAKE PRESSURE IS REQUIRED TO STOP THE CAR WHEN CAR IS COLD. PROBLEM HAS BEEN "FIXED" THREE TIMES BUT HAS RETURNED AGAIN. EVIDENTLY THIS IS RELATED TO FAILURE OF A VACUUM PUMP USED TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL BRAKE VACUUM FOR THE MASTER CYLINDER WHEN THE ENGINE IS COLD.*AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW2557YF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in OMAHA, NE. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19991005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volvo V40 2000 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo V40 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: VOLVO OF KEENE . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 800-421-0909 . DEALER'S CITY: KEENE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NH. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 03431 .
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VOLVO V40 Suspension Rear Springs Coil Springs

VOLVO V40 2000 Suspension Rear Springs Coil Springs Report #10043798

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on Aug 22, 2003.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS . REAR SPRINGS CRACKED ON 2000 VOLVO V40 WITH ONLY 63805 MILES. *AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 63801 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW255XYF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in KATONAH, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 19991223. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volvo V40 2000 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo V40 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: HUDSON VALLEY VOLVO . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 845-298-1800 . DEALER'S CITY: WAPPLINGERS FALLS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NY. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 12590 .
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VOLVO V40 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VOLVO V40 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Report #10079319

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on Dec 18, 2003.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC . RECALL NOTICE REGARDING 2000 VOLVO V-40 BRAKE SYSTEM.*MR.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW255XYF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in ATLANTA, GA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. DEALER'S NAME: VALLEY VOLVO . DEALER'S CITY: MARIETTA . DEALER'S STATE CODE: GA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 30060 .
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VOLVO V40 Suspension Rear Springs Coil Springs

VOLVO V40 2000 Suspension Rear Springs Coil Springs Report #10086505

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on Aug 02, 2004.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC had a problem with SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS . THE REAR SUSPENSION WAS ROUGH FOR ABOUT A YEAR. FOUND BOTH REAR COIL SPRINGS CRACKED AT 65,000 MILES, AND REPLACED. *AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 65000 miles. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in CHALFONT, PA. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volvo V40 2000 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo V40 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: KEYSTONE MOTORS . DEALER'S CITY: DOYLESTOWN . DEALER'S STATE CODE: PA.
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VOLVO V40 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine

VOLVO V40 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Report #10103256

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on Dec 01, 2004.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . MOTOR MOUNTS BROKE WHILE BEING SERVICED BY THE DEALER. CONSUMER FELT THE PART WAS DEFECTIVE UPON DELIVERY. *AK THE LEFT AND RIGHT ENGINE MOTOR MOUNTS COLLAPSED. THE RIGHT AND LEFT SIDE UPPER ENGINE MOUNT WAS REPLACED. *SC *JB.Mileage was 27227 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW2557YF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in DEER PARK, TX. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Volvo V40 2000 drive type:U. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo V40 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: JOHN EAGLE . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 281 823 5000 . DEALER'S CITY: WEBSTER . DEALER'S STATE CODE: TX. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 77598 .
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VOLVO V40 Wheels Lugs/nuts/bolts

VOLVO V40 2000 Wheels Lugs/nuts/bolts Report #10148914

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on Mar 23, 2005.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS . 2000 VOLVO V40 FRONT WHEELS BECOME LOOSE. (1) CAR WAS TAKEN TO DEALERSHIP FOR RECALL ON BRAKING SYSTEM. (2) DEPARTING DEALERSHIP, RUMBLE FROM FRONT WAS NOTED. TWO MILES FROM DEALERSHIP, EXTREME VIBRATION CAUSED ME TO STOP. THE PASSENGER FRONT WHEEL HAD NEARLY COME OFF. (3) CAR WAS RETURNED TO DEALERSHIP. I WAS INFORMED THE LUGS: NUTS MUST HAVE BECOME LOOSE. I POINTED OUT THAT TECHNICIAN HAD TAKEN THE WHEEL OFF AND MUST HAVE FORGOTTEN TO TIGHTEN IT. SERVICE MANAGER SAID THIS WAS NOT POSSIBLE. A WEEK AFTER MY COMPLAINT THE DEALER AGREE TO INSPECT THE CAR FOR PROBLEMS. SERVICE MANAGER SAID NO PROBLEMS WERE FOUND. AFTER LEAVING THE DEALERSHIP THE WHEEL BECAME LOOSE AGAIN AFTER 75 MILES OF TRAVEL. I RETIGHENED THE FRONT PASSENGER WHEEL. ALSO, LOOSE WERE THE FRONT DRIVER WHEEL AND THE REAR PASSENGER WHEEL. IS THERE A PROBLEM WITH THE LUGS: NUTS ON THE V40 SERIES? THERE ARE ONLY 4 PER WHEEL. I REGULARLY MUST CHECK ALL LUGS: NUTS. IS THE DEALERSHIP USING INCORRECT METHODS/TOOLS TO ENSURE PROPER TORQUE ON WHEELS? THEY DENY ANY WRONG DOING. *AK.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 65000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW2555YF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in CHRISTIANSBURG, VA. Vehicle was purchased on 20010115. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volvo V40 2000 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo V40 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. DEALER'S NAME: WEST MOTORS SALES . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: (540) 344-6284 . DEALER'S CITY: ROANOKE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: VA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 24014 .
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VOLVO V40 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Power Assist Vacuum

VOLVO V40 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Power Assist Vacuum Report #10156816

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on Mar 27, 2006.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM . DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT 55 MPH THE BRAKES FAILED RESULTING IN A CRASH. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AT THE SCENE AND THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SUSTAINED MINOR INJURIES. THE DEALERSHIP DETERMINED ON CERTAIN VEHICLES WATER CAN ENTER THE ELECTRICAL BRAKE VACUUM PUMP, CAUSING THE PUMP TO FAIL. THERE IS A NHTSA RECALL, # 03V474000, REGARDING THE SERVICE BRAKES HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST VACUUM. THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL..Vehicle was involved in a crash. 2 person(s) were injured. Mileage was 29000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW2559YF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in STANTON, CA. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was purchased on 20041119. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volvo V40 2000 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo V40 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph. DEALER'S NAME: TOYOTA OF TUSTIN .
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VOLVO V40 Suspension Rear Springs

VOLVO V40 2000 Suspension Rear Springs Report #10162366

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on Dec 09, 2004.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS . UPON RETURNING TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR THE THIRD TIME FOR A COMPLAINT ABOUT A SUSPICIOUS SOUNDING THUMP OR CLUNK IN THE PASSENGER-SIDE REAR OF OUR 2000 VOLVO V40, IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT BOTH COIL SPRINGS HAD BROKEN. THE VEHICLE AT THE TIME OF REPAIR HAS 50,080 MILES ON IT; WHEN THE NOISE WAS FIRST REPORTED TO THE DEALER ON 12/09/04 THE CAR HAD 37,448 MILES. BOTH SPRINGS BROKE IDENTICALLY AT THE FIRST COIL WHERE THEY SIT IN THE BASE PLATE OF THE STRUT ASSEMBLY. BOTH FRACTURES ARE A SPIRAL CUT THROUGH THE COILS WIRE, LIKE A FATIGUE OR STRESS FRACTURE. THE DEALER REPLACED THE COILS AT MY EXPENSE WHICH INCLUDED THE EXTRA COST OF REPLACING BOTH CONTROL ARMS AND STRUT ASSEMBLIES BECAUSE OF THE DIFFICULTIES THEY HAD REMOVING THE BOLTS DUE TO CORROSION ($1103). AFTER MY COMPLAINT, THEY OFFERED TO COVER THE COST OF THE SPRINGS ONLY ($200) WHICH ALLOWED THEM TO KEEP THE SPRINGS. I PERSUADED THE SERVICE ADVISOR TO ALLOW ME TO HAVE ONE PIECE OF THE SPRING FOR EVIDENCE. I HAVE RESEARCHED AND FOUND OTHER OWNERS WHO HAVE HAD THIS EXACT FAILURE IN THEIR VEHICLES SUSPENSION. I BELIEVE VOLVO HAS AN ENGINEERING FLAW IN THE TEMPERED STEEL COIL SPRINGS. *JB.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 37448 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW2552YF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in NEW HARTFORD, CT. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on 20000817. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volvo V40 2000 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo V40 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph. DEALER'S NAME: MITCHELL AUTO GROUP . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 860-408-6080 . DEALER'S CITY: SIMSBURY . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CT. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 06070 .
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VOLVO V40 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO V40 2000 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10193693

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on June 13, 2007.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . THE VEHICLE BOTH ACCELERATED AND DECELERATED WITHOUT INPUT, PLACING ME IN A VERY UNSAFE SITUATION. WHEN I STOPPED THE CAR THE ENGINE, WHICH HAD OVERHEATED, THE RADIATOR HOSE BLEW OUT. THE RADIATOR HOSE WAS REPLACED. I AM CURRENTLY DISCUSSING CORRECTION TO THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE MODULE WHICH APPEARED TO BE A PROBLEM WITH THIS MAKE AND MODEL. *AK.Mileage was 103246 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW2559YF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in GREENFIELD CENTER, NY. Vehicle was purchased on 20051004. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo V40 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph. DEALER'S NAME: BARDINO MOTORS, INC. . DEALER'S CITY: SARATOGA SPRINGS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NY.
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VOLVO V40 Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System Hose

VOLVO V40 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling Cooling System Hose Report #10193693

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on June 13, 2007.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSE . THE VEHICLE BOTH ACCELERATED AND DECELERATED WITHOUT INPUT, PLACING ME IN A VERY UNSAFE SITUATION. WHEN I STOPPED THE CAR THE ENGINE, WHICH HAD OVERHEATED, THE RADIATOR HOSE BLEW OUT. THE RADIATOR HOSE WAS REPLACED. I AM CURRENTLY DISCUSSING CORRECTION TO THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE MODULE WHICH APPEARED TO BE A PROBLEM WITH THIS MAKE AND MODEL. *AK.Mileage was 103246 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW2559YF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in GREENFIELD CENTER, NY. Vehicle was purchased on 20051004. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo V40 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph. DEALER'S NAME: BARDINO MOTORS, INC. . DEALER'S CITY: SARATOGA SPRINGS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NY.
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VOLVO V40 Suspension Rear Springs Coil Springs

VOLVO V40 2000 Suspension Rear Springs Coil Springs Report #10203750

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 1901.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS . 2000 VOLVO V-40 REAR COIL SPRING FAILURE. CUSTOMER STATED THAT REAR COIL SPRINGS HAVE FRACTURED TWICE. MANUFACTURER WOULD NOT ANSWER WHEN WRITTEN TO. *KB.Mileage was 14000 miles. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in DOYLESTOWN, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO V40 2000 Suspension Rear Springs Report #10221533

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on Mar 18, 2008.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS . WE PURCHASED OUR 2000 V40 FROM THE ORIGINAL OWNER AT 81K. WE NEEDED BOTH REAR SPRINGS REPLACED RIGHT AWAY. THIS WAS THE SECOND TIME THEY WERE REPLACED. DEALER SAID A COMMON FLAW WITH THE V40. WE ARE ALSO NOTICING A SHAKING IN THE FRONT END WHEN ACCELERATING BETWEEN 50-60MPH. NOT SURE WHAT THIS IS. ALSO NOTICING THAT THERE IS A SHAKE IN THE BRAKE PEDAL AND TOLD NEED NEW BRAKE PADS AND ROTORS. THEY WERE JUST REPLACED BEFORE WE GOT THE CAR AT 75K AND NOW CAR HAS 100K WHICH IS A ALL HIGHWAY MILES. WE HAVE ALSO NOTICED DIFFICULTY WITH THE BRAKING SYSTEM, SOMETIMES TROUBLE STOPPING AND BRAKES SQUEAL AFTER SITTING FOR A COUPLE OF DAYS. HEAD LIGHTS AND TAIL LIGHTS ALSO HAVE BURNT OUT QUITE FREQUENTLY. THERE ALSO SEEMS TO BE SOME MAJOR DEFECT WITH THE EXTERIOR PAINT. RUSTING IN MANY PLACES AND PAINT SEEMS TO BE RUBBING OFF AT THE TOUCH. LUCKILY NONE OF THESE HAVE CAUSED ANY ACCIDENTS OR CLOSE CALLS, HOWEVER NOT VERY SATISFIED WITH THIS VOLVO. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in VAN ETTEN, NY. Vehicle was purchased on 20070620. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volvo V40 2000 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Turbo. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Volvo V40 2000 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.
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VOLVO V40 Engine And Engine Cooling

VOLVO V40 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling Report #10236560

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on July 19, 2008.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . ON JULY 19,2008, OUR 2000 VOLVO V40 LOST POWER WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH ON US 29 IN VIRGINIA. THE CAR WAS STILL RUNNING, BUT IT DID NOT RESPOND TO THE ACCELERATOR. WE WERE ABLE TO SAFELY PULL OFF THE ROAD, AND HAVE CAR TOWED TO OUR MECHANIC. WE WERE TOLD THE PROBLEM WAS A SENSOR FAILURE. ACCORDING TO OUR SERVICE RECORDS, THE BOOST PRESSURE SENSOR AND CAMSHAFT RESET VALVE WAS REPLACED. THREE DAYS LATER, ON JULY 26, 2008, THE SAME THING HAPPENED - THIS TIME IN THE MIDDLE OF A BUSY INTERSECTION. AGAIN, FORTUNATELY, THE CAR REMAINED RUNNING AND SEEMED TO LIMP ALONG TO GET OUT OF THE WAY OF TRAFFIC. AGAIN, THE CAR WAS TOWED TO OUR MECHANIC, WHERE THEY HAVE BEEN UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE PROBLEM. A LITTLE INTERNET SEARCH ON OUR PART UNCOVERED A SERIES OF SIMILAR COMPLAINTS REGARDING WHAT APPEARS TO BE THE PROBLEM - AN ETM FAILURE. WE ARE IN THE PROCESS OF WORKING WITH OUR MECHANIC TO GET THIS FIXED. *TR.Mileage was 109865 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW2554YF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 70 mph.
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VOLVO V40 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling Report #10238345

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on Feb 23, 2008.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . EVER SINCE I BOUGHT THE 2000 VOLVO V40 STATIONWAGON FROM A PRIVATE DEALERSHIP I'VE HAD NOTHING BUT PROBLEMS TRYING TO START THE CAR. WHEN TRYING TO CRANK UP VEHICLE IT TAKES A COUPLE OF SECONDS BEFORE THE CAR ACTUALLY STARTS AND IT SMELLS LIKE GAS AFTERWARDS. I'VE TAKEN IT TO THE MECHANICS AND THEY HAVE GIVEN IT A FULL TUNE UP AND REPLACED THE INJECTORS BUT STILL I HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM. *TR.Mileage was 81015 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW255XYF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in NORTH MIAMI, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO V40 Steering

VOLVO V40 2000 Steering Report #10250489

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on Nov 18, 2008.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with STEERING . FAILURE OF UPPER STRUT MOUNT BUSHINGS CAUSING LOSS OF SUSPENSION / STEERING. REPLACED FOR THE THIRD TIME ON 2000 V-40 VOLVO. RECENTLY VOLVO OFFERED A NEWLY DESIGNED HEAVY DUTY MOUNT AT THREE TIME THE REPLACEMENT COST DEMONSTRATING THAT ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT MOUNT WAS SEVERELY UNDER DESIGNED. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 70000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW2551YF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in EAST PATCHOGUE, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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VOLVO V40 Suspension Front

VOLVO V40 2000 Suspension Front Report #10250489

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on Nov 18, 2008.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT . FAILURE OF UPPER STRUT MOUNT BUSHINGS CAUSING LOSS OF SUSPENSION / STEERING. REPLACED FOR THE THIRD TIME ON 2000 V-40 VOLVO. RECENTLY VOLVO OFFERED A NEWLY DESIGNED HEAVY DUTY MOUNT AT THREE TIME THE REPLACEMENT COST DEMONSTRATING THAT ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT MOUNT WAS SEVERELY UNDER DESIGNED. *TR.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 70000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW2551YF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in EAST PATCHOGUE, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.
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VOLVO V40 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO V40 2000 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10320274

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on Mar 10, 2010.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . VEHICLE IDLE INCREASE ON BRAKING TO ABOUT 1500 RPMS. WHEN PUT IN PARK, IDLE INCREASED TO 4500 RPMS. I TRIED TAPING THE GAS TO SEE IF RPMS WOULD GO DOWN. INSTEAD RPMS INCREASED EVEN HIGHER TO OVER 5500 RPMS. TURNED THE CAR OFF. TRIED TO RESTART CAR AND RPMS IMMEDIATELY WENT HIGH AGAIN. TURNED THE CAR OFF A SECOND TIME. COULD NOT RESTART THE CAR. A SIMILAR INCIDENT HAPPENED 36 HOURS LATER AFTER THE CAR HAD BEEN AT THE REPAIR SHIP. THAT INCIDENT HAPPENED AFTER DRIVING AROUND A PARKING LOT LOOKING FOR A SPACE. RPM'S INCREASED. WHEN PUT IN PARK THE RPM'S INCREASED TO OVER 4000 RPMS. CAR TOWED TO REPAIR SHOP. *TR.Mileage was 97750 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW2559YF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in SACRAMENTO, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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VOLVO V40 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VOLVO V40 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Report #10355663

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on Aug 25, 2010.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC . BRAKES FAILED COMING INTO MY DRIVEWAY. ABLE TO STOP CAR BY USING EMERGENCY BRAKE. COULD HAVE CAUSED A CRASH. BROUGHT TO BE SERVICED. MECHANIC REPORTED THAT IT WAS FAILED LEFT FRONT BRAKE HOSE DUE TO SPRING SUPPORT RUBBING THROUGH. THIS HOSE HAS BEEN REPLACED AND THE OLD PART IS AVAILABLE. MECHANIC ALSO REPORTED THAT RIGHT FRONT BRAKE HOSE NEEDS TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE OF SAME REASON. AN APPOINTMENT FOR THIS HAS BEEN SCHEDULED AND PART WILL BE AVAILABLE. HE FEELS THIS WILL BE A DESIGN ISSUE. *TR.Mileage was 97104 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW255XYF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in TURNERS FALLS, MA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph.
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VOLVO V40 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO V40 2000 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10409415

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on June 29, 2011.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . 2000 VOLVO V40 - VERY WELL MAINTAINED, 2ND OWNER, APPROXIMATELY 83,000 MILES. I STARTED NOTICING THAT THE CAR WOULD SURGE ON THE HIGHWAY WITH THE A/C ON AND WHEN I HAD STEADY PRESSURE ON THE ACCELERATOR (I.E. ICRUISING AT A STEADY SPEED). THE SURGE IN RPM'S WOULD BE RHYTHMIC, VERY SUBTLE (100-200 RPMS) AND CONTINUE INDEFINITELY UNTIL I TURN THE A/C OFF - AT WHICH TIME THEY WOULD CEASE. THEY WOULD SOMETIMES RESUME WHEN I TURNED THE A/C COMPRESSOR BACK ON. THIS HAPPENED INFREQUENTLY OVER THE PAST MONTH (IT'S JUNE IN CT, MY STATE OF RESIDENCE) AND WOULD NOT HAPPEN EVERY TIME I RAN THE A/C - BUT ONLY OCCURRED WHEN THE A/C COMPRESSOR WAS RUNNING. THEN A REMARKABLE THING HAPPENED TODAY - WHILE CRUISING ON THE HIGHWAY AND WITH THE A/C COMPRESSOR ON - THE CARE SUDDENLY AND VIOLENTLY SURGED IN A WAY THAT IT HAD NEVER DONE PREVIOUSLY. THE INCREASE IN RPM'S WAS SIGNIFICANT ENOUGH TO CAUSE THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION TO DOWNSHIFT INTO THE NEXT LOWEST GEAR. FORTUNATELY, I HAD ENOUGH SPACE BETWEEN MY CAR AND THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME TO ALLOW ME TIME TO RESPOND WITHOUT HAVING AND ACCIDENT. I IMMEDIATELY PUT THE CAR IN NEUTRAL AND THE RPM'S STARTED SPIKING TO ALMOST 4,000 THEN QUICKLY BACK DOWN TO 1,000. THE RPM'S CONTINUED TO THIS RAPID BACK AND FORTH SPIKING AND DIPPING FOR ALMOST 30 SECONDS. I TURNED OFF THE A/C/ BUT THAT DIDN'T HAVE AN IMMEDIATE AFFECT (AS WAS THE CASE IN THE PREVIOUSLY MENTIONED EPISODES WHEN THE SPIKES AND DIPS WERE MUCH MORE SUBTLE). WHEN TURNING OFF THE A/C DIDN'T DO THE TRICK ((AS IT HAD IN THE PAST) I THEN IMMEDIATELY CHECKED THE CRUISE CONTROL - IT WAS OFF. I THEN STABBED AT THE ACCELERATOR WITH MY FOOT SEVERAL TIMES BEFORE IT FINALLY SETTLED DOWN. AND I HAVE THE FACTORY VOLVO RUBBER MATS THAT ARE SECURED TO THE FLOOR BY A POSITIONING PIN (I'M METICULOUS ABOUT MY CAR THE MAT WAS NO WHERE NEAR THE ACCELERATOR). I AM NATURALLY VERY WARY OF THIS CAR NOW, ESPECIALLY AFTER READING THE MANY COMPLAINTS ABOUT UNINTENDED ACCELERATION FOR THIS MODEL. WHY NO RECALL? *TR.Mileage was 83000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW2554YF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in NORWALK, CT. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volvo V40 2000 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph.
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VOLVO V40 Engine And Engine Cooling

VOLVO V40 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling Report #10409415

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on June 29, 2011.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . 2000 VOLVO V40 - VERY WELL MAINTAINED, 2ND OWNER, APPROXIMATELY 83,000 MILES. I STARTED NOTICING THAT THE CAR WOULD SURGE ON THE HIGHWAY WITH THE A/C ON AND WHEN I HAD STEADY PRESSURE ON THE ACCELERATOR (I.E. ICRUISING AT A STEADY SPEED). THE SURGE IN RPM'S WOULD BE RHYTHMIC, VERY SUBTLE (100-200 RPMS) AND CONTINUE INDEFINITELY UNTIL I TURN THE A/C OFF - AT WHICH TIME THEY WOULD CEASE. THEY WOULD SOMETIMES RESUME WHEN I TURNED THE A/C COMPRESSOR BACK ON. THIS HAPPENED INFREQUENTLY OVER THE PAST MONTH (IT'S JUNE IN CT, MY STATE OF RESIDENCE) AND WOULD NOT HAPPEN EVERY TIME I RAN THE A/C - BUT ONLY OCCURRED WHEN THE A/C COMPRESSOR WAS RUNNING. THEN A REMARKABLE THING HAPPENED TODAY - WHILE CRUISING ON THE HIGHWAY AND WITH THE A/C COMPRESSOR ON - THE CARE SUDDENLY AND VIOLENTLY SURGED IN A WAY THAT IT HAD NEVER DONE PREVIOUSLY. THE INCREASE IN RPM'S WAS SIGNIFICANT ENOUGH TO CAUSE THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION TO DOWNSHIFT INTO THE NEXT LOWEST GEAR. FORTUNATELY, I HAD ENOUGH SPACE BETWEEN MY CAR AND THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME TO ALLOW ME TIME TO RESPOND WITHOUT HAVING AND ACCIDENT. I IMMEDIATELY PUT THE CAR IN NEUTRAL AND THE RPM'S STARTED SPIKING TO ALMOST 4,000 THEN QUICKLY BACK DOWN TO 1,000. THE RPM'S CONTINUED TO THIS RAPID BACK AND FORTH SPIKING AND DIPPING FOR ALMOST 30 SECONDS. I TURNED OFF THE A/C/ BUT THAT DIDN'T HAVE AN IMMEDIATE AFFECT (AS WAS THE CASE IN THE PREVIOUSLY MENTIONED EPISODES WHEN THE SPIKES AND DIPS WERE MUCH MORE SUBTLE). WHEN TURNING OFF THE A/C DIDN'T DO THE TRICK ((AS IT HAD IN THE PAST) I THEN IMMEDIATELY CHECKED THE CRUISE CONTROL - IT WAS OFF. I THEN STABBED AT THE ACCELERATOR WITH MY FOOT SEVERAL TIMES BEFORE IT FINALLY SETTLED DOWN. AND I HAVE THE FACTORY VOLVO RUBBER MATS THAT ARE SECURED TO THE FLOOR BY A POSITIONING PIN (I'M METICULOUS ABOUT MY CAR THE MAT WAS NO WHERE NEAR THE ACCELERATOR). I AM NATURALLY VERY WARY OF THIS CAR NOW, ESPECIALLY AFTER READING THE MANY COMPLAINTS ABOUT UNINTENDED ACCELERATION FOR THIS MODEL. WHY NO RECALL? *TR.Mileage was 83000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW2554YF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in NORWALK, CT. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volvo V40 2000 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph.
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VOLVO V40 Electrical System

VOLVO V40 2000 Electrical System Report #10409415

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on June 29, 2011.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . 2000 VOLVO V40 - VERY WELL MAINTAINED, 2ND OWNER, APPROXIMATELY 83,000 MILES. I STARTED NOTICING THAT THE CAR WOULD SURGE ON THE HIGHWAY WITH THE A/C ON AND WHEN I HAD STEADY PRESSURE ON THE ACCELERATOR (I.E. ICRUISING AT A STEADY SPEED). THE SURGE IN RPM'S WOULD BE RHYTHMIC, VERY SUBTLE (100-200 RPMS) AND CONTINUE INDEFINITELY UNTIL I TURN THE A/C OFF - AT WHICH TIME THEY WOULD CEASE. THEY WOULD SOMETIMES RESUME WHEN I TURNED THE A/C COMPRESSOR BACK ON. THIS HAPPENED INFREQUENTLY OVER THE PAST MONTH (IT'S JUNE IN CT, MY STATE OF RESIDENCE) AND WOULD NOT HAPPEN EVERY TIME I RAN THE A/C - BUT ONLY OCCURRED WHEN THE A/C COMPRESSOR WAS RUNNING. THEN A REMARKABLE THING HAPPENED TODAY - WHILE CRUISING ON THE HIGHWAY AND WITH THE A/C COMPRESSOR ON - THE CARE SUDDENLY AND VIOLENTLY SURGED IN A WAY THAT IT HAD NEVER DONE PREVIOUSLY. THE INCREASE IN RPM'S WAS SIGNIFICANT ENOUGH TO CAUSE THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION TO DOWNSHIFT INTO THE NEXT LOWEST GEAR. FORTUNATELY, I HAD ENOUGH SPACE BETWEEN MY CAR AND THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME TO ALLOW ME TIME TO RESPOND WITHOUT HAVING AND ACCIDENT. I IMMEDIATELY PUT THE CAR IN NEUTRAL AND THE RPM'S STARTED SPIKING TO ALMOST 4,000 THEN QUICKLY BACK DOWN TO 1,000. THE RPM'S CONTINUED TO THIS RAPID BACK AND FORTH SPIKING AND DIPPING FOR ALMOST 30 SECONDS. I TURNED OFF THE A/C/ BUT THAT DIDN'T HAVE AN IMMEDIATE AFFECT (AS WAS THE CASE IN THE PREVIOUSLY MENTIONED EPISODES WHEN THE SPIKES AND DIPS WERE MUCH MORE SUBTLE). WHEN TURNING OFF THE A/C DIDN'T DO THE TRICK ((AS IT HAD IN THE PAST) I THEN IMMEDIATELY CHECKED THE CRUISE CONTROL - IT WAS OFF. I THEN STABBED AT THE ACCELERATOR WITH MY FOOT SEVERAL TIMES BEFORE IT FINALLY SETTLED DOWN. AND I HAVE THE FACTORY VOLVO RUBBER MATS THAT ARE SECURED TO THE FLOOR BY A POSITIONING PIN (I'M METICULOUS ABOUT MY CAR THE MAT WAS NO WHERE NEAR THE ACCELERATOR). I AM NATURALLY VERY WARY OF THIS CAR NOW, ESPECIALLY AFTER READING THE MANY COMPLAINTS ABOUT UNINTENDED ACCELERATION FOR THIS MODEL. WHY NO RECALL? *TR.Mileage was 83000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW2554YF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in NORWALK, CT. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volvo V40 2000 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph.
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VOLVO V40 Power Train

VOLVO V40 2000 Power Train Report #10409415

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on June 29, 2011.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN . 2000 VOLVO V40 - VERY WELL MAINTAINED, 2ND OWNER, APPROXIMATELY 83,000 MILES. I STARTED NOTICING THAT THE CAR WOULD SURGE ON THE HIGHWAY WITH THE A/C ON AND WHEN I HAD STEADY PRESSURE ON THE ACCELERATOR (I.E. ICRUISING AT A STEADY SPEED). THE SURGE IN RPM'S WOULD BE RHYTHMIC, VERY SUBTLE (100-200 RPMS) AND CONTINUE INDEFINITELY UNTIL I TURN THE A/C OFF - AT WHICH TIME THEY WOULD CEASE. THEY WOULD SOMETIMES RESUME WHEN I TURNED THE A/C COMPRESSOR BACK ON. THIS HAPPENED INFREQUENTLY OVER THE PAST MONTH (IT'S JUNE IN CT, MY STATE OF RESIDENCE) AND WOULD NOT HAPPEN EVERY TIME I RAN THE A/C - BUT ONLY OCCURRED WHEN THE A/C COMPRESSOR WAS RUNNING. THEN A REMARKABLE THING HAPPENED TODAY - WHILE CRUISING ON THE HIGHWAY AND WITH THE A/C COMPRESSOR ON - THE CARE SUDDENLY AND VIOLENTLY SURGED IN A WAY THAT IT HAD NEVER DONE PREVIOUSLY. THE INCREASE IN RPM'S WAS SIGNIFICANT ENOUGH TO CAUSE THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION TO DOWNSHIFT INTO THE NEXT LOWEST GEAR. FORTUNATELY, I HAD ENOUGH SPACE BETWEEN MY CAR AND THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME TO ALLOW ME TIME TO RESPOND WITHOUT HAVING AND ACCIDENT. I IMMEDIATELY PUT THE CAR IN NEUTRAL AND THE RPM'S STARTED SPIKING TO ALMOST 4,000 THEN QUICKLY BACK DOWN TO 1,000. THE RPM'S CONTINUED TO THIS RAPID BACK AND FORTH SPIKING AND DIPPING FOR ALMOST 30 SECONDS. I TURNED OFF THE A/C/ BUT THAT DIDN'T HAVE AN IMMEDIATE AFFECT (AS WAS THE CASE IN THE PREVIOUSLY MENTIONED EPISODES WHEN THE SPIKES AND DIPS WERE MUCH MORE SUBTLE). WHEN TURNING OFF THE A/C DIDN'T DO THE TRICK ((AS IT HAD IN THE PAST) I THEN IMMEDIATELY CHECKED THE CRUISE CONTROL - IT WAS OFF. I THEN STABBED AT THE ACCELERATOR WITH MY FOOT SEVERAL TIMES BEFORE IT FINALLY SETTLED DOWN. AND I HAVE THE FACTORY VOLVO RUBBER MATS THAT ARE SECURED TO THE FLOOR BY A POSITIONING PIN (I'M METICULOUS ABOUT MY CAR THE MAT WAS NO WHERE NEAR THE ACCELERATOR). I AM NATURALLY VERY WARY OF THIS CAR NOW, ESPECIALLY AFTER READING THE MANY COMPLAINTS ABOUT UNINTENDED ACCELERATION FOR THIS MODEL. WHY NO RECALL? *TR.Mileage was 83000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW2554YF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in NORWALK, CT. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Volvo V40 2000 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph.
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VOLVO V40 Vehicle Speed Control

VOLVO V40 2000 Vehicle Speed Control Report #10412048

VOLVO V40 2000 car safety problem was reported on July 12, 2011.VOLVO V40 2000, manufactured by VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 VOLVO V40. THE CONTACT SHIFTED INTO REVERSE WITH THE BRAKE PEDAL ENGAGED WHEN THE VEHICLE UNINTENTIONALLY ACCELERATED AND DROVE OVER A PLASTIC TRASH RECEPTACLE, CERAMIC POT AND THEN CRASHED INTO THE SIDE OF A NEARBY HOUSE. THERE WAS NO PERSONAL INJURY AND THE EXTERIOR SIDE OF THE HOUSE SUSTAINED MINOR DAMAGE. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE REAR BUMPER COMPLETELY DETACHED AND THE VEHICLE WAS IN THE PROCESS OF BEING TOWED TO A COLLISION CENTER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNAVAILABLE. UPDATED 10/04/11*LJ UPDATED 3/22/12 *CN.Vehicle was involved in a crash. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):YV1VW2559YF. Volvo V40 2000 problem was reported in MONROE, WA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
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