Service bulletins for the 2019 Volvo XC40
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.
306 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.
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| TJ34206.1.0-2018 | 2019-03-25. Service bulletin. ENGINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This is a Technical Journal: Damaged throttle body due to showroom device. To protect the throttle housing when using Volvo Car Showmode kit in the specified cars, always remove the connector from the throttle housing (see picture 34206.jpg) A new software for the BRIGO device is under development to avoid this damage. Make sure that the BRIGO device always updated with the latest software. |
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| PB36-006-2018-11 | 2019-03-25. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Please return stock of part number 31333888 Level Warner to your servicing distribution center. |
| PB83-014-2018-11 | 2019-03-25. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Please return stock of part number 31462093 Handle to your servicing distribution center. |
| R59899 PKG 18-11 | 2019-03-25. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES. This is a Quality Bulletin: Brake Pedal Inspection |
| R89898 pkg 18-11 | 2019-03-25. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. This is a Quality Bulletin package |
| SMB00-321-2018-1 | 2019-03-25. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Volvo Complimentary Factory Scheduled Maintenance 'FSM330' MY2013- Factory Scheduled Maintenance up to the first 3 years or 36,000 miles (whichever comes first) as recommended in the Volvo Warranty and Maintenance Information booklet. |
| TJ34141.1.0-2018 | 2019-03-25. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. This is a Technical Journal: Performing a Total Upgrade, Service 2.0 or PDS Upgrade after the 2018 week 40 software release, will reset the sound settings back to default settings on the MY 2016 - 2018 vehicles listed above. The new software packages contain updated IHU software that will reset all customer sound settings such as treble, bass, balance and equalizer settings which will go back to default settings after the upgrade. For reference, please see attached example picture “Sound.jpg”. This applies to ALL driver profiles saved in the IHU. The VIDA IHU Diagnostic Sequences for Enabling the “Export profile to USB” menu will function after this upgrade. |
| SMB17-021-2019-0 | 2019-03-25. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. This is a Service Manager Bulletin: Vehicle Transport Handling Procedures and Policy |
| TJ34507.1.0-2019 | 2019-03-25. Service bulletin. STEERING. This is a Technical Journal: No steering assistance during workshop visit |
| TJ34391.2.0-2019 | 2019-03-25. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION. This is a Technical Journal: Upper front suspension, knocking noise |
| TJ17076.11.0-201 | 2019-03-25. Service bulletin. EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS. Technical Journal TITLE : Headlamp , Leak Test REF NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : United States TJ 17076 Technical Service PARTNER : ISSUE DATE : 3 US 7510 Volvo Cars North America YEAR MONTH DAY 2012 10 11 FUNC GROUP : FUNC DESC : 3521 Headlamp , complete Page 1 of 24 Attachment File Name File Size S80 - V70 - XC70 . pdf 0.5641 MB S60 - XC60 . pdf 0.5868 MB C30 - S40 - V50 - C70 . pdf 0.4175 MB XC90 . pdf 0.6020 MB Vehicle Type Eng Struc Week Type Eng Sales Body Gear Steer Model Year Plant Chassis range Desc Range 124 2007 - 9999 0000850 - 9999999 200605 - 999952 134 2011 - 9999 0000194 - 9999999 201020 - 999952 135 2008 - 2010 0000395 - 9999999 200720 - 999952 136 2008 - 9999 0000400 - 9999999 200720 - 999952 156 2010 - 9999 0000395 - 9999999 200720 - 999952 275 2003 - 9999 0000690 - 9999999 200232 - 999952 533 2007 - 9999 0000261 - 9999999 200637 - 999952 542 2006 - 9999 0000590 - 0999999 200549 - 999952 544 2004 - 2010 0000295 - 0999999 200339 - 999952 545 2004 - 2010 0000133 - 0999999 200347 - 999952 CSC Customer Symptom Codes Code Description W4 Headlights / Moisture / mist on inside of lens WG Headlights / Lens broken / chipped / cracked / distorted ? 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 . © 2012 VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA , LLC Technical Journal 17076 DTC Diagnostic Trouble Codes Text CSC = Customer Symptom Code DTC = Diagnostic Trouble Code Note ! If using a printed copy of this Retailer Technical Journal , first check for the latest online version . DESCRIPTION : The headlamp assembly may have condensation caused by moisture inside of lens . Some condensation is normal and not considered a defect . Automotive lamps are designed as an open system and atmospheric humidity can enter the lamp and also exit . The moisture disappears over a time period through the air v |
| TJ34354.1.0-2019 | 2019-03-25. Service bulletin. SEATS. This is a Technical Journal: Creaking noise, front seat rails. Apply tape and torque seat bolts in the specified order (Rear bolts first). |
| TJ33962 | 2018-12-03. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER. This is a Technical Journal: Click noise from rear body/suspension/shock absorber. Remove: - wheel - outer wheelhouse trim panel - plastic cap from the shock absorber top mount (see picture 1) Spray PFPE anti-squeak grease in the upper opening in the top mount |
| TJ31543-4-6 | 2018-12-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. This is a Technical Journal: This Journal is a guide for performing Software Downloads. Service: *See guide updated Oct. 12, 2016 for relevant P5/SPA Software Download information: P5_SPA_SW_Guide.pdf See VIDA Software tab for all other vehicles.The attached checklists can be used for restoring customer settings, where applicable. |
| TJ33715-2-0 | 2018-12-03. Service bulletin. STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR; STEERING; STEERING:COLUMN. This is Technical Journal: Steering wheel off center. Align the steering wheel to the steering column, follow the markings according to image provided. |
| TJ33518-1-0 | 2018-12-03. Service bulletin. SEATS. This is a Technical Journal: If a creaking/rubbing noise is heard from the front seats backrest, follow the instruction under Service. Service: Insert double layers of anti-squeak tape, p/n 30788314 under the lumbar hooks. Follow attached instructions . |
| TJ30967-2-0 | 2018-12-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; STRUCTURE. This is a Technical Journal: Washing and cleaning products with a pH value below pH 3.5 and/or above pH 11.5 is not recommended as it can permanently discolour the side door, quarter glass trim moulding and roof rails, see attached pictures. Using chrome or metal polish on anodized aluminium parts, such as side door, quarter glass trim moulding and roof rails, is not recommended as it can discolour the part and destroy protective layers. Service:Polishing with non-abrasive wax is allowed if pH value is within pH 3.5 and pH 11.5. |
| TJ30967-2-1 | 2018-12-03. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE; EQUIPMENT. This is a Technical Journal: Washing and cleaning products with a pH value below pH 3.5 and/or above pH 11.5 is not recommended as it can permanently discolour the side door, quarter glass trim moulding and roof rails, see attached pictures. Using chrome or metal polish on anodized aluminium parts, such as side door, quarter glass trim moulding and roof rails, is not recommended as it can discolour the part and destroy protective layers. Service:Polishing with non-abrasive wax is allowed if pH value is within pH 3.5 and pH 11.5. |
| ST002 | 2018-12-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. This is a Service Manager Bulletin. This bulletin is a list of equipment recommended by Volvo to it's dealer or any shop maintaining or repairing Volvo's. The equipment can be provided by Volvo's equipment supplier |
| TJ33624 | 2018-12-03. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY. This is a Technical Journal: Panorama roof panel, rattle/vibrate when opening/closing |
| ST22920180727 | 2018-11-19. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; POWER TRAIN. This is a Special Tool Bulletin: The OTC Powertrain Lift table is designed to safely aid the technician in removal and installation of electric vehicle and PHEV battery assemblies. The table fits conveniently between the 2 lift columns and raises to a maximum convenient working height of 72?. The wide base equipped with locking casters and wheels helps ensure stability unlike a typical transmission jack that has a narrow footprint. |
| TJ3377111 | 2018-11-19. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. This is a Technical Journal: XC40 License plate screws Service: Install front license plate using four (4) Wurth screws P/N 02151012. (For claiming use P/N 2151012) Canadian market use Wurth screw P/N 140.70604 (For claiming use P/N 2151012) |
| TJ3321120 | 2018-11-19. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. This is a Technical Journal: The voice control system on the above referenced models is continuously being improved. At PDS and when attempting to diagnose a customer concern regarding voice controls not working or responding properly, make sure the vehicle has the latest voice control database installed. |
| TJ19245114 | 2018-11-19. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. VOLVO CARS SERVICE AND PARTS BUSINESS Technical Journal TITLE : Vehicle type and platform identification REF NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : United States and Canada TJ 19245 Technical Service PARTNER : ISSUE DATE : 3 US 7510 Volvo Cars North America YEAR MONTH DAY 2014 02 06 FUNC GROUP : FUNC DESC : 0 Publications Page 1 of 3 Attachment Vehicle Type Eng Struc Week Type Eng Sales Body Gear Steer Model Year Plant Chassis range Desc Range XXX 1927 - 9999 0000001 - 0999999 0 - 0 CSC Customer Symptom Codes Code Description 1C Administrative and Factory scheduled maintenance/Administrative and Factory scheduled maintenance DTC Diagnostic Trouble Codes Rows beginning with * are modified Note ! If using a printed copy of this Technical Journal, first check for the latest online version. Text In our Service Literature, a vehicle is often referred to by its ?type ?, not its ?model ?. For example the 1999 - 2006 Model Year S80 is type ?184? You may also see the designation, for example ?P2X?. This is referring to a platform type or vehicle family. If a document states ?P1X? or ?5XX? as an example, it will apply to all models within the platform type. ?54X? will apply to the ?544?, ?545? and ?542? models. ?X? represents variable data. ?Right first time in 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 . ©014 VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA, LLC Technical Journal 19245 Platform Model Type Model Years Comments P3 S80 124 2007 - V70 135 2008 - 2010 XC70 136 2008 - XC60 156 2010 - S60 134 2011 - V60 155 2015 - P2 S80 184 1999 - 2006 V70 285 2001 - 2007 XC70 295 2001 - 2007 S60 384 2001 - 2009 XC90 275 2003 - P1 S40 544 2004 - 2012 V50 545 2005 - 2012 C30 533 2007 - 2013 C70 542 2006 - 2013 X40 S40 644 2000 - 2004 V40 645 2000 - 2004 900 940 944 1991 - 1995 four cylinder, four door 940 |
| TJ3357420 | 2018-11-19. Service bulletin. WHEELS. This is a Technical Journal: If vibrations occur due to issues with tires or wheels, follow the advice under Service and Vehicle Report. Service: In case of vibrations, please follow TJ 20803 to establish the if the vibrations are coming from powertrain components or from wheels/tires. If analysis indicate that the vibrations are coming from the wheels/tires, then follow TJ 32161. |
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