Question 1

Is the Volvo S40 reliable?

Accepted Answer

The Volvo S40 has 18 total NHTSA complaints across 2 model years. The most reliable years are 2011 (7 complaints). Years to avoid: 2010 (11 complaints).

Question 2

What years of the Volvo S40 should I avoid?

Accepted Answer

Avoid the 2010 Volvo S40. The 2010 model has the most complaints (11) with the top issue being BODY/STRUCTURE.

Question 3

What is the best year for the Volvo S40?

Accepted Answer

The best years for the Volvo S40 are 2011 (7 complaints). These years have the fewest reported issues to NHTSA.

Year	Complaints	Top Issue	Verdict
2011	7	BATTERY DEAD AND CAR WOULD NOT START; CAR HAD NOT ...	Above Average
2010	11	MY HUSBAND AND I BOTH OWN 2010 VOLVOS. MINE IS S40...	Below Average

Volvo S40 — All Years

Volvo S40 — NHTSA Complaints by Year

Best Years to Buy

Years to Avoid