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Volvo C30 – Common problems

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.



eu issues Latest C30’s Issues in the EU

25/04/2013
Cracks may develop over time in the right-hand drive shaft. In the worst case, the drive shaft may break, leading to a sudden loss...

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uk issues Latest C30’s Issues in the UK

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