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Volvo C30 Electrical problems by year

2 complaints filed with NHTSA about the Volvo C30's electrical system. Dead batteries, warning lights, wiring, alternators, infotainment and electronic module failures.

Electrical complaints by model year

YearElectrical complaintsCrashesInjuriesRecalls
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Latest C30 electrical complaints

2012 Volvo C30Electrical system

On january 21, 2016, my volvo c30's faulty factory-installed, blemish-free, windshield leaked which permitted water to flow down the a pillar and into the car's electronics. As a consequence, the car became quickly debilitated because of electrical failure. Smoke billowed from the engine compartment before the battery cable was quickly removed. On january 21, 2016, the c30 was towed via flat bed truck to volvo of dallas for repair. The courteous and knowledgeable maintenance technician, kenny, immediately...

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identified the problem as a leaking windshield and stated that 'this is a known problem in volvos.' He stated, the 'sealant/primer may separate causing a leak.' Volvo of dallas held the car for a week during replacement of the leaking windshield. I requested a full inspection. Apparently, that was completed. The 4 year warranty is due to expire soon. I do not trust that this car, which now has an electrical 'history,' is any longer in the careful and meticulous condition in which I have always kept it prior to the leak. My research online and through other resources informs me that the leaking windshield is a known safety issue in later model volvos.

Filed Incident Electrical systemNHTSA 10823665
2011 Volvo C30Electrical systemEngine & cooling

While driving at about 65 mph in heavy traffic on i-87, the car suddenly lost all power, including all electrical instruments and accessories. It rolled to a stop and could not be started by pushing (the car has a manual transmission).

Filed Incident Electrical system · Unknown or other · EngineNHTSA 10722125

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