2008 Volvo C30
Only 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 8 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 8
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2008
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2008: 8 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 1 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2011 | 14 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2013 | 4 |
Known problem areas
Only 8 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Vehicle speed control
2 of 8 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
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Volvo C30 2008 has very small space between brake pedal,accelerator and console which make the shoe trapped under the brake pedal. This may very serious accident.
NHTSA ODI report, 2009-06-21
Suspension
2 of 8 total reports mention: suspension.
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Right front spring broke, fracture happened in the transition from the lowest coil (The one always on the spring seat) to the first active coil. Anti-corrosion coating was missing in that area, and a small amount of surface pitting was present.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-03-13
Visibility
1 of 8 total reports mentions: visibility.
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Front driver's seat headrest engaged visor in stowed position when seat pushed forward to enter rear seat. This caused the mirror inside the visor to shatter.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-02-20
Seats
1 of 8 total reports mentions: seats.
Seat belts
1 of 8 total reports mentions: seat belts.
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Front passenger seatbelt difficult to unbuckle. Took to Volvo dealership to have serviced on 7/1/13. Dealership reported "Found a little sticky. Lubed it. Now opens to intent.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-07-02
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2008-08-13Steering08V329000 Volvo is recalling my 2008-2009 vehicles. A section of the power steering return line hose was not properly vulcanized (Cured) and does not meet specifications. If the power steering return hose…
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the steering return line hose assembly free of charge. The recall began on August 13, 2008. Owners may contact Volvo AT 1-800-458-1552.
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2010-11-18Equipment10V566000 Volvo is recalling certain vehicles equipped with garmin 760 portable global positioning system (Gps) units because the batteries on those units may overheat.
Remedy: Volvo advises owners to please stop using the garmin portable gps device immediately, and visit the garmin website to determine if their unit is affected. The unit's battery will be replaced with a…
Buy-smart checklist
2008 Volvo C30 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Vehicle speed control: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Visibility: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 08V329000 · Steering
- Recall 10V566000 · Equipment
FAQ
- Is the 2008 Volvo C30 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2008 Volvo C30?
- The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2008 Volvo C30 have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.