Does the 2010 Volvo S40 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2010 Volvo S40, the most recent reported on November 22, 2010 (Seats). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Volvo S40?

Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (2 complaints), followed by structure (2).

How many 2010 Volvo S40 complaints mention a crash or fire?

1 of 9 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2010 Volvo S40 recalls and problems

2 recalls and 9 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2010 Volvo S40.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2010 Volvo S40 recalls

Seats

NHTSA campaign 10V591000 · reported November 22, 2010 · VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. · 7,420 vehicles potentially affected

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

Equipment: electrical, navigational system(global positioning system)

NHTSA campaign 10V566000 · reported November 8, 2010 · VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. · 416 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Volvo is recalling certain vehicles equipped with garmin 760 portable global positioning system (gps) units because the batteries on those units may overheat.
The risk: An overheated battery could lead to a fire.
The fix: Volvo advises owners to please stop using the garmin portable gps device immediately, and visit the garmin website to determine if their unit is affected. The unit's battery will be replaced with a new battery and a spacer will be inserted on top of the battery next to the pcb. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on november 18, 2010. Owners may contact garmin at 866-957-1981 or visit garmin's website at www.garmin.com/nuvibatterypcbrecall.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Air bags2
Structure2
Visibility/wiper2
Electrical system1
Power train1
Seat belts1
Unknown or other1
Wheels1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jun 17, 2025 · Air bags
Hello. The warning of the device is on the dashboard that the SRS is not functional

Feb 5, 2024 · Air bags · crash reported
I got into a car accident today. The electrical wiring is constantly giving out and I had no idea my airbags wouldn't work until today when they did not deploy. My car hit the other car enough to move it several feet and no airbags.

Jun 15, 2022 · Visibility/wiper
The adhesive and seal on the entire top of my windshield has failed. The glass is shaking while driving and rattles severely if a small bump is driven over on the road. This is a huge safety concern since my window could break or fall off at any given moment.

Sep 2, 2021 · Unknown or other
The windshield is coming unglued at the top center and right . I am concerned that the windshield could come out on the highway, I plan to contact a windshield shop and see if they can repair it.

Nov 21, 2020 · Structure · 100,100 miles
I WAS DRIVING 65MPH ON HIGHWAY 101, JUST SOUTH OF WILLITS, CALIFORNIA, WHEN MY SUNROOF EXPLODED. I HEARD A LOUD EXPLOSION SOUND AND IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER TO FIGURE OUT WHAT JUST HAPPENED. I COULD SEE THAT MY SUNROOF WAS MOSTLY GONE AND THERE WAS PIECES OF GLASS FALLING ON ME. I CALLED MY HUSBAND TO HELP CALM ME…

S40 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2007	2	25	4	1
2008	2	16	5	0
2009	3	10	0	3
2010	2	9	1	0
2011	2	5	0	1

Across all years, the 2000 S40 has the most complaints (122). All Volvo S40 years →

Questions

Does the 2010 Volvo S40 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2010 Volvo S40, the most recent reported on November 22, 2010 (Seats). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2010 Volvo S40?: Owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (2 complaints), followed by structure (2).
How many 2010 Volvo S40 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 1 of 9 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received June 17, 2025.