2006 Volvo S40 Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 7%of 58 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 5,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the brakes of the 2006 Volvo S40, 7% of the 58 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 5,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Problem with brakes on 2006 Volvo S40 t5. Severe screaching noise comes from brakes when in reverse. Volvo is aware of the problem yet they have not been able to resolve the issue. My Volvo S40 has had brake parts replaced 4 times. Each time I was told the problem was fixed. One month later, the noise is back. The noise is now back for the fifth (5) time.”
NHTSA complaint #10171109, filed 2006-10, 5,000 miles“Noticed reduced braking power and brakes squealing. Took vehicle to dealership repair facility for inspection. Brakes were found to be disengaged on the passengers side front and partially functional on drivers side front. No brake warning light was displayed on dash. Brake pads and assembly replaced by dealership with upgraded parts and covered under warranty for no charge.”
NHTSA complaint #10207310, filed 2007-10, 33,800 miles“The proximity of the gas & brake pedal is a potential problem that needs to be addressed. This obvious problem was evident the very first time I drove the car. Regular sneakers are noticed, but is compounded when in work style boots. Please research this-”
NHTSA complaint #10222643, filed 2008-03Related service bulletins
- 10157889Feb 14, 2019This is a Technical Journal: When sensitive information, like vehicle speed, brake usage, etc. (customer behavoiur information) of a car is required from Volvo Car Corporation…
- 10167828Dec 3, 2016This is a Technical Journal: When sensitive information, like vehicle speed, brake usage, etc. (customer behavoiur information) of a car is required from Volvo Car Corporation…
- 10037240Oct 27, 2010Volvo: the abs light is on with four possible toruble codes.
- 10033816May 14, 2010Volvo: unnecessary brake control module (bcm) replacements. When diagnosing diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) for brake control system, technician must always follow complete…
- 10032645Jul 1, 2009Volvo: anti skid service required message, swm-0201, bcm-0109, eps-0080. New swm software has been implemented into production after the chassis range in the header.
- 10030425Apr 27, 2009A service kit has been developed to reduce the current through the vacuum switch for the brake vacuum pump. *pe updated 12/30/09.
- 10022613Aug 24, 2007Front wheel speed sensor cable repair method.
- 10020423Aug 15, 2006Parking brake owner's manual supplement/adjustment. Volvo.
Brakes: other model years
Other parts of the 2006 Volvo S40
24 complaintsFuel system
9 complaintsBody and structure
9 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
7 complaintsEngine
5 complaintsAir bags
4 complaintsEngine cooling
4 complaintsElectronic stability control
2 complaintsEquipment
2 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2006 Volvo S40
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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