Faults:

The check engine light on my 2001 Volvo S40 keeps coming back on. It came on shortly after I bought the car.

I have replaced: timing belt, O2 sensors front and rear, fuel??? Something sensor.

My Volvo dealer diagnosed these repairs 4 months ago, and had the car for 1 week after all items were repaired, they repaired the last one.

Check engine light is still on and now they want to replace the catalytic converter for $1300. I put a new gas cap on and the light went off... for awhile.

By the way, while the car was at the dealer it was wrecked, and the dealer will not take responsibility and told me to call my insurance company.

Still dealing with the check engine light, and I believe it has something to do with the sensor in the gas tank. Probably will become a Volvo recall. My car passed inspection and all emissions so this is a Volvo issue, not an emissions issue IMO.

General Comments:

The car drive great and gets really good fuel mileage.

There are no drink holders; the one that is in it is located in an unusable place.

Faults:

Brakes and rotors replaced at a cost of $989.00. Was told that rotors will have to be replaced on every occaision of pad replacement. Sun roof will not seal properly (constant wind noise.) Cost to replace $850.00. Fabric of interior stains immediately (from water!) Have had it detailed and stain protectant applied - made no difference. Cup holder (most convoluted design I've ever seen) fell apart almost immediately after purchase. Lights (of all nature) are constantly burning out. In short, this automobile is one of the biggest mistakes I've ever made. My suggestion to any prospective Volvo buyer is... don't!

Faults:

Climate control had to be replaced, but other than than this car has been very reliable. It is a t

General Comments:

This car is very reliable, fuel economical, and pretty peppy for the small engine it has. The Turbo kicks in when needed, and the hadling is very good for a 4 door sedan.

Faults:

Countless repairs in last two years (2006-07), including: Thermostat replacement, head gasket, front brakes, rear brakes & rotors, air conditioner & heater, and now possible suspension problems.

Local Volvo service dealership has a hit-or-miss approach. It took them more than a year to figure out why the heater was blowing during the summer months and cold air conditioner in the winter months.

General Comments:

This is my first Volvo and the first car I've ever owned that's a true lemon! Although extended warranty has covered some of the repair expenses, it hasn't for others. My out-of-pocket expenses have been more than $2,000 and continues to climb!

The Volvo dealer service is mediocre. They sometimes haven't completed the car repair work in a day as promised (the car has been in the shop up to three days).