Service bulletins for the 2003 Volvo S40
A bulletin is a manufacturer's communication to its dealers, as NHTSA indexes it. The summary is NHTSA's. The document is the manufacturer's: read it at NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall, and listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned.
161 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.
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| 35526.1.8 | 2026-05-14. Service bulletin. ENGINE. This is a Technical Journal: Text plus 2 PDFs and 1 .PNG Oil Consumption test. Perform the test. Follow service procedure Description and Service sections updated to clarify that vehicle reports are not required. |
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| 37809.1.1 | 2026-05-14. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. This is a TJ text only - The purpose of this TJ is to be a master reference list to easily identify any components that are on prior approval. This TJ will be regularily updated as items are added or removed from prior approval. Current items under prior approval are listed in the "Service" section |
| 19245 | 2026-01-07. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. This is a Technical Journal. Vehicle type and platform identification. |
| 8501 | 2025-07-08. Service bulletin. EXTERIOR LIGHTING. This is a Technical Journal: Remote connection, BOMGAR application. Before joining a remote session: •Connect a suitable battery maintainer/charger and verify that the battery voltage indicated in VIDA is between 12.5V and 14.9V. •Connect to the vehicle over a wired connection using a VOE (Volvo OBD to Ethernet) adapter and perform a NEW vehicle readout. |
| 37175 | 2025-02-11. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. This is a Technical Journal: Vehicle/Connectivity report checklist. To provide timely and high-quality feedback to the appropriate department or factory |
| 8501 | 2025-02-11. Service bulletin. EXTERIOR LIGHTING. This is a Technical Journal: Remote connection, BOMGAR application. Before joining a remote session: •Connect a suitable battery maintainer/charger and verify that the battery voltage indicated in VIDA is between 12.5V and 14.9V. •Connect to the vehicle over a wired connection using a VOE (Volvo OBD to Ethernet) adapter and perform a NEW vehicle readout. |
| 26745.13.14 | 2024-01-25. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This is a Technical Journal: 12V Battery Testing Method |
| C00009 | 2023-09-05. Service bulletin. ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC):CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE; UNKNOWN OR OTHER. COMPLIMENTARY UPGRADE C00009 DESCRIPTION. |
| TJ3656330 | 2023-09-05. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Rubber cushion |
| CBR-2201 | 2022-09-08. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Engine Control Module (EMS) Software (MSW) Information – August 2022; Improvement List (Change Log) - US21+OBD22 (13L VGT, TC) And US17+OBD22 (11L) Emissions |
| Special Tools Bu | 2022-06-13. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. The Deutronic DBL-1200 is an advanced battery maintainer/charger with the flexibility to be updated as products and repair methods evolve. |
| Service Manager | 2022-06-13. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. ICUP/Google Built-In Diagnostic Operations |
| Service Manager | 2022-06-13. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY; UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Battery Charger/maintainer requirement |
| Service Manager | 2022-06-06. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. Shipping and Handling of Volvo Lithium-ion 48V Mild Hybrid Battery to Global Battery Solutions (GBS) |
| 356EN01 | 2022-06-06. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. VIDA QR Scanner Mobile App |
| SMB00-288-2021-0 | 2021-03-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Volvo?s Warranty Department tracks Retailer warranty spending by utilizing the Warranty Retailer Counseling Process (WRCP). The WRCP is used to gauge individual retailer performance on objective measures over time. By setting clear performance expectations and parameters and assisting retailers in focusing on individual processes and procedures, all retailers are provided with adequate tools to help achieve the ultimate goal of qualifying for self-authorization status. |
| ST-001-2020-09-1 | 2020-10-13. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality repairs in a timely manner. Tools are classified as mandatory because associated repairs and/or diagnostics cannot be completed properly without them. |
| SMB00-006-2020-0 | 2020-09-14. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Service 2.0 Software & Total Upgrade Reminder |
| SMB31-001-2020-0 | 2020-08-17. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Volvo Lithium-ion Hybrid Battery Packs shipping and handling to Volvo Reman |
| SMB31-001-2020-0 | 2020-08-17. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Volvo Lithium-ion Hybrid Battery Packs shipping and handling to Volvo Reman |
| ST-001-2020-06-2 | 2020-08-17. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality repairs in a timely manner. Tools are classified as mandatory because associated repairs and/or diagnostics cannot be completed properly without them. |
| SMB00-013-2020-0 | 2020-07-20. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Service Manager Bulletin: Vehicle Type and Platform Information |
| SMB00-006-2020-0 | 2020-04-13. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Service 2.0 Software & Total Upgrade Reminder |
| ST-001-2020-01-2 | 2020-02-24. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality repairs in a timely manner. Tools are classified as mandatory because associated repairs and/or diagnostics cannot be completed properly without them. |
| SMB00-325-2019-1 | 2020-01-13. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. Service Manager Bulletin TITLE : Service Action Notification Re - Mails GROUP : NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : Product Safety & Compliance United States and Canada 00 325 REFERENCE BULLETINS : DATE : SMB00 - 323 and SMB00 - 323A YEAR MONTH DAY SERVICE SERVICE WARRANTY 2013 02 15 MANAGER WRITER ADMINISTRATOR Service Personnel : Read and initial Page 1 of 1 Volvo monitors completion rates for all service actions and will complete notification re - mails to vehicle owners when necessary . Listed below are the latest notification re - mails . Please refer to SMB 00 - 323 and SMB 00 - 323A for information on how and where to find the related Service Action documents in VRC2 and TIE . FEBRUARY RE - MAILS Action Description # of Re - Mails Service Campaign 236 Washer Reservoir Sensor Canada ? 295 Recall 129 Brake Vacuum Pump U.S . ? 3,430 Recall 245 Replace Fuel Lines U.S . ? 48 MARCH RE - MAILS Action Description # of Re - Mails Recall 246 Inspect P / S Return Hose U.S . ? 1,367 Recall 246 Inspect P / S Return Hose Canada ? 95 Recall 251 Inspect Underbody Coating Canada ? 54 Recall 255 TCM Software Upgrade U.S . ? 499 Recall 256 TPMS Warning Message U.S . ? 123 Please be prepared to accommodate vehicle owners that may contact you regarding these actions . ? Fixed Right ? First Time ? Produced in the USA and available as an electronic document . Hard copy documents are printed in USA on recycled paper containing a minimum of 50 % wastepaper and 10 % post - consumer waste . © 2013 VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA , LLC |
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