Volvo C30 recalls and problems

4 recalls and 49 owner complaints for 7 model years. Pick your year for full details.

Recalls
4
Complaints
49
Crashes reported
3
Fires reported
0

Choose a model year

Volvo C30 by year

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesDeaths
2013 C30040000
2012 C300100000
2011 C301141000
2010 C30262000
2009 C30260000
2008 C30280000
2007 C30210000

Most reported Volvo C30 problems

Problem areaReports
Visibility/Wiper15
Unknown or Other6
Vehicle Speed Control5
Suspension5
Structure4
Engine3
Tires3
Steering3
Air Bags3
Power Train3

All Volvo C30 recalls

RecallDateYearsComponentSummary
10V-566Nov 8, 20102007–2010EquipmentVolvo is recalling certain vehicles equipped with garmin 760 portable global positioning system (Gps) units because the batteries on those units may overheat.
10V-255Jun 8, 20102010–2011SteeringVolvo is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 c30, model year 2010 s40 and v50 vehicles equipped with 6 speed manual transmissions.
08V-329Jul 23, 20082008–2009SteeringVolvo is recalling my 2008-2009 vehicles.
08V-101Mar 5, 20082007Service Brakes, HydraulicVolvo is recalling 1,114 my 2007 c30, c70, s40, and v50 passenger vehicles.

Frequently asked questions

What is the worst year for the Volvo C30?

By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2011 Volvo C30 has the most reports (14). Check the 2011 page for the problems owners describe.

How many recalls does the Volvo C30 have?

NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls covering Volvo C30 model years 2007–2011.

What are the most common Volvo C30 problems?

Owners report visibility/wiper, unknown or other, vehicle speed control problems most often.