Volvo V40 Recalls in Canada
The Volvo V40 has 14 recall campaigns on Transport Canada's federal record (all model years), led by seats and restraints issues with 8 campaigns. Recall repairs are free at any Volvo dealer — check your exact VIN below.
Source: Transport Canada Vehicle Recalls Database · Updated 2026-06-11
Most-affected systems
Most recent campaigns
2006-03-27Seats And Restraints: Certain Volvo 850, S40, V40, V50, V70, XC70 and XC90 equipped with integrated child booster cushions were incorrectly labelled during vehicle assembly. The label indicates that th
2006-03-27Seats And Restraints: Certain Volvo 850, S40, V40, V50, V70, XC70 and XC90 equipped with integrated child booster cushions were incorrectly labelled during vehicle assembly. The label indicates that th
2006-03-27Seats And Restraints: Certain Volvo 850, S40, V40, V50, V70, XC70 and XC90 equipped with integrated child booster cushions were incorrectly labelled during vehicle assembly. The label indicates that th
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FAQ
How many recalls does the Volvo V40 have in Canada?
14 recall campaigns are on Transport Canada's federal Vehicle Recalls Database for the Volvo V40 (all model years since 1975, tires and child seats excluded). The most-affected system is seats and restraints with 8 campaigns.
How do I check if a specific Volvo V40 has an open recall in Canada?
Recall campaigns apply to specific VIN ranges. Decode the VIN free at CarWhere to confirm the exact year and build, then check the VIN in Transport Canada's motor vehicle safety recall tool or with any Volvo dealer — recall repairs are free.
Are Canadian and US recalls the same?
Often parallel but not identical — Canadian campaigns are issued through Transport Canada, US campaigns through NHTSA, and timing or scope can differ. For a vehicle imported from the USA, check both records; the CarWhere $9.99 Full VIN Report covers the US federal record (recalls, complaints, service bulletins) for any US-market VIN.