2003 Volvo S40 Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2003 Volvo S40. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 03V424000Oct 24, 200315,067 vehicles potentially affected
  Fuel system, gasoline
  Covers: Volvo S40 2003–2004, V40 2003–2004

  Reported issue: On certain sedans and station wagons, there may be a fuel leak from the fuel rail due to inadequate welding.

  Possible consequence: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.

  Remedy: Dealers will install a v-clamp to the fuel rail. Owner notification began on january 28, 2004. Owners should contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.

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• 03V284000Aug 1, 2003220,407 vehicles potentially affected
  Equipment › Other › Labels
  Covers: Volvo S40 2001–2004, V40 2001–2004, V70 2001–2003 +3 more

  Reported issue: Certain passenger cars fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." the second isofix guide was not installed in these vehicles and, in certain cases, the owner's manual isofix information is incorrect.

  Possible consequence: This does not meet the requirements of the standard.

  Remedy: Owners will receive a letter/package consisting of the second isofix guide with installation instructions, and in certain cases, the corrected owner's manual may be provided. If the owner wants to take their vehicle to a volvo dealer for installation of the guide, it will be performed at no charge to the owner. Owner…

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