Recalls ·2011 Volvo C30 FWD

2011 Volvo C30 FWD recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2011 Volvo C30 FWD; the most frequently affected component is steering — shaft sector. Owners filed 14 complaints, most often about visibility/wiper. Among the 6 model years of this model in the database, 2011 ranks #4 for number of recalls.

Recalls1
Complaints14
Crashes reported1in stored complaints

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Recalls (1)

Steering — Shaft sectorCampaign 10V255000 · 08 Jun 2010

Problem: Volvo is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 c30, model year 2010 s40 and v50 vehicles equipped with 6 speed manual transmissions. The gearshift lever stud assembly may not have been tightened to the correct specification during assembly. If the gearshift lever cable or stud assembly becomes loose, it may not be possible to engage, disengage or shift gears.

Risk: This condition can increase the risk of a vehicle crash.

Remedy: Dealers will torque the gearshift lever stud assembly to the correct specification free of charge. The safety recall began on june 14, 2010. Owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552 or customercare@volvoforlife.com .

What owners complain about

Share of the 14 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Visibility/wiper7 · 50%
Structure3 · 21%
Unknown or other3 · 21%
Steering2 · 14%
Suspension2 · 14%
Tires2 · 14%
Wheels1 · 7%
Air bags1 · 7%

When complaints were filed

20121
20141
20152
20161
20171
20204
20211
20233

From owner complaints

Tires were shaky when i bought a brand new c30 volvo. Asked dealer to fix-sales manager said nothing was wrong (ft. Meyers, fl volvo). And he would tell volvo i was crazy. Tires were destroyed at 10,000. Went to different volvo dealer in sarasota and st. Pete-nothing is wrong. Dealer replaced tires at 10,000. Car…

Steering · Dec 2014 · NHTSA complaint record

While driving along the interstate in southern california, at about 70mph, the sunroof of my 2011 volvo c30 spontaneously exploded. There was no previous indication of any faults with the sunroof system and it was closed at the time of the explosion. I was not driving in traffic or in the vicinity of large vehicles…

Structure · Aug 2015 · NHTSA complaint record

The loose windshield issue needs to be investigated as it is a very common issue. I have a 2011 c30. You can push up on the glass and it is not adhered on the top at all to the car. Not just on the c30 but other models as well. It's as if the windshield is only adhered to on 3 sides. It vibrates and leaks. Definitely…

Visibility/wiper · Sep 2020 · NHTSA complaint record

The vehicle is stationary until i can get the issue corrected in the next day or two. The windshield is loose. I discovered a leak and determined that the issue is that the windshield is not attached to the car at the top. The slightest pressure from the inside can move the windshield away from the seal on the car. I…

Visibility/wiper · May 2020 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

Recalls per model year for this model.

20082
20092
20102
20111
20120
20130

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Source

Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.

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