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NHTSA model-year recall report

2000 Volvo S40 Recalls

1 campaign in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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NHTSA campaigns

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Affected systems

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Urgent advisories

Nov 17, 2003

Latest campaign date

At a glance

What the record says

This model year's count is below the Volvo S40 average of 2.4 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist › Vacuum, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2000 Volvo S40 recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 03V474000

Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist › Vacuum

Manufacturer: VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.

Reported Nov 17, 2003

What is recalled

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, WATER CAN ENTER THE ELECTRICAL BRAKE VACUUM PUMP, CAUSING THE PUMP TO FAIL.

Safety consequence

THIS COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF POWER ASSIST AND AN INCREASE IN NEEDED BRAKE PEDAL FORCE, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

Manufacturer remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PUMP WITH A NEW AND IMPROVED VERSION AND MOVE THE PUMP TO A NEW LOCATION. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON MARCH 15, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Volvo S40 model years

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2000 Volvo S40 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2000 Volvo S40 have?

This verified dataset contains 1 NHTSA campaign associated with the 2000 Volvo S40. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2000 Volvo S40?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology