Windshield bonding is failing. Pressing from the inside of the car windshield top or side reveals it is loose. Rain can get into car. Took it to an auto glass company (Safelite) today, January 12, 2026. Technician said it is also a safety issue. He said if the air bags deploy, they will knock the windshield out and not perform properly.
Vehicle safety record
2013 Volvo C30 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 2013 Volvo C30 with NHTSA, most often about the visibility & wipers (2) and the body, doors & structure (1). There are no recalls for it. For comparison, the 2012 has 10.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical C30 year, for its age
#278 most complained-about 2013 vehicle
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2013 Volvo C30 problems
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No recalls for the 2013 Volvo C30
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2013 Volvo C30. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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4 complaints about the 2013 Volvo C30
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
The adhesive that holds the windshield in place and seals it against the weather has degraded to the point where the windshield is barely being held in place and could blow out if the interior negative pressure exceeds the strength of the remaining adhesive. The glass pulls away from the frame when lightly pushed from the inside. Furthermore, there are various leaks that create a moldy environment and have damaged electrical switches--sunroof. We have contacted Volvo corporate and the local dealer and their...
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contention is that the vehicle is out of warranty so they will not assist with the repair. Our Case Id is as follows: Please refer to this ID#[[redacted]]. This will help us quickly locate and review your correspondence. If your inquiry requires immediate attention, please contact our Customer Care Center at [[redacted]]. INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
Windshield bonding failure. Pressing from the inside of the car on the windshield top reveals it's loose allowing moisture into the car.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 volvo c30. While driving approximately 4 mph and making a turn, the accelerator pedal was depressed and the vehicle failed to increase speed. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing and the turbo control valve was replaced. After the repair, the failure continued. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 560.
Volvo C30: every year compared
All C30 years2013 Volvo C30 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Volvo C30 | 4 | 0 | A | |
| 2013 Volvo S60 | 86 | 4 | F | Compare |
| 2013 Volvo C70 | 11 | 0 | B | Compare |
| 2013 Volvo S80 | 8 | 3 | B | Compare |
| 2013 Volvo VNL | 7 | 14 | F | Compare |
| 2013 Volvo VHD | 1 | 6 | C | Compare |
| 2013 Volvo VN | 1 | 2 | B | Compare |
| 2013 Volvo V40 | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2013 Volvo C30
Does the 2013 Volvo C30 have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2013 Volvo C30 right now. Recalls can be announced at any time, and this page checks NHTSA every day. You can also check your exact vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Volvo C30?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the visibility & wipers (2), body, doors & structure (1), engine & cooling (1).
How many complaints has the 2013 Volvo C30 had?
4 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on April 15, 2015 and the latest on January 12, 2026. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2013 Volvo C30 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 84 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Volvo C30 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Volvo C30 years have the most complaints?
2011 (14), 2012 (10), 2008 (8). See every Volvo C30 year compared.
What should I do if my 2013 Volvo C30 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data