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2011 Volvo S40 Recall List

2 safety recall campaigns on file with NHTSA for the 2011 Volvo S40, affecting structure & body. Recall repairs are free at any authorized Volvo dealer.

Recall campaigns
2
Do Not Drive
0
Park Outside
0
Over-the-air fixes
0
Latest report
Mar 18, 2011
Owner complaints
5

All 2011 Volvo S40 recalls

Newest first. Summaries are NHTSA’s own wording.

  1. NHTSA 11V186000Mar 18, 2011Structure & Body7 vehicles

    Structure:frame and members

    Volvo is recalling certain model year 2011 s40 passenger vehicles. A crack on the top side of the passenger side support member in the engine compartment may have developed during the forming process in component production.

    Risk: The crack could have an effect on the front structure and may reduce the crash performance of the vehicle.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect for cracks on the top side of the passenger side support member in the engine compartment. If no crack is found, no further action is needed. If the inspection reveals that a vehicle has a crack in the side support member, the vehicle will immediately be taken out of service. A new replacement vehicle of equal specification will be provided by volvo. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before april 15, 2011. Owners may contact volvo customer care center at 1-800-458-1552, monday through friday, 8:30 a.m. To 5:00 p.m. Est. Or e-mail at [email protected].

  2. NHTSA 10V591000Nov 22, 2010Structure & Body7,420 vehicles

    Seats

    Volvo is recalling certain passenger vehicles equipped with power front passenger seats. The front seat rail's detection system was manufactured incorrectly and may permit the passenger to forward the seat beyond the intended maximum.

    Risk: Positioning of the seat beyond the intended maximum can cause increased risk of injury to the passenger in the event of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the front power seat stops for both front seats for the presence of an "end stop" and repair the vehicles as necessary free of charge. The safety recall began on december 23, 2010. Owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552 or at [email protected].

Frequently asked questions

How many recalls does the 2011 Volvo S40 have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2011 Volvo S40, covering structure & body.
Are 2011 Volvo S40 recall repairs free?
Yes. Under U.S. law, manufacturers must fix safety recalls free of charge at authorized dealers, regardless of the vehicle’s age or how many owners it has had. Use the VIN check to see which campaigns are still open on a specific car.
What is the most recent recall on the 2011 Volvo S40?
The most recent campaign is NHTSA 11V186000, reported Mar 18, 2011, concerning the structure & body.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.