Last update 16. 02. 2024
Common problems with the Volvo C30
Some problems will only occur after many years of operation, others are related to technical solutions and forced the manufacturer to issue a recall. In the following overview, you will find the most common problems for the Volvo C30, for which Volvo has announced a recall through the EU Rapex system. For recalls and faults found in the UK scroll down.
If the problem is corrected in time, it may not affect the overall reliability of your Volvo C30. However, the fault can often remain unresolved because the previous owner didn´t know about the recall or ignored the manufacturer’s letter.
The good news is that automakers usually provide unlimited time to correct such defects for free. Check to see if all of the potential problems with your Volvo C30 have been resolved in the past. How to do it, we give advice on a special page.
Latest C30’s Issues in the EU
Latest C30’s Issues in the EU
If you wish to know more about eventual problems of a specific car (e.g. real mileage, potential traffic accidents damages, odometer rollback, repairs, etc.), then we suggest going to HPI-Check.
See also: Volvo C30 Owners’ Reviews.
Latest C30’s Issues in the UK
Latest C30’s Issues in the UK- VOLVO CAR C30 – ENGINE MAY OVERHEATon 04/08/2018
VOLVO CAR C30 ( – ) DEFECT: It is possible that the hose connection between the coolant expansion tank and the bleed hose can work loose. If this should […]
- VOLVO CAR C30 – BRAKES MAY NOT PERFORM ADEQUATELYon 04/08/2018
VOLVO CAR C30 ( – ) DEFECT: Brake assistance from the vacuum pressure pump may be reduced under certain cold start conditions. The brakes will still […]
- VOLVO CAR C30 – CLUTCH PEDAL MECHANISM MAY FAILon 04/08/2018
VOLVO CAR C30 ( – ) DEFECT: The rod connecting the clutch master cylinder and the clutch pedal may break. It may not be possible to disengage the clutch. […]
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