Federal safety data shows 0 recalls and 21 complaints for the 2003 Volvo S40, a elevated safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 21 issues reported over 1 model years, power train problems are the most common for the 2003 Volvo S40. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Power Train7

02Suspension2

03Electrical System2

04Tires2

05Fuel System, Gasoline2

21 total across 1 model years (2003–2003)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Volvo S40 Fuel Economy

22mpg combined

19city

27hwy

$3,700/yr

The 2003 Volvo S40 is rated at 22 MPG combined. No surprises here regardless of which trim you pick.

S40 FWD - Automatic 5-spd

22mpg

1.9L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive

19 city27 hwy~$3,700/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2003 Volvo S40

24States

22%in top 3

Washington DC has the most inventory at 9%, with options spread across 24 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

DCWashington DC

39%

TXTexas

26%

MDMaryland

26%

NCNorth Carolina

26%

NDNorth Dakota

26%

NJNew Jersey

26%

NYNew York

26%

DEDelaware

13%

MAMassachusetts

13%

IDIdaho

13%

MOMissouri

13%

INIndiana

13%

NENebraska

13%

AZArizona

13%

FLFlorida

13%

WAWashington

13%

OHOhio

13%

OKOklahoma

13%

CACalifornia

13%

OROregon

13%

KSKansas

13%

COColorado

13%

KYKentucky

13%

PAPennsylvania

13%

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2003.

2003 Volvo S40 Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2003 Volvo S40 a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2003 Volvo S40. On the safety front, there are no open recalls on record, which is a positive sign. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

What's the gas mileage of the 2003 Volvo S40?

The 2003 Volvo S40 is EPA-rated at 22 MPG combined, consistent regardless of trim. See the fuel economy breakdown for city and highway splits.

What are common problems with the 2003 Volvo S40?

POWER TRAIN problems top the list with 21 total complaints filed. Not every car is affected, but it's worth asking about and inspecting. Full details in the known issues section.