Volvo C30 2009

Model C30 made in 2009 by Volvo got 5 consumer complains there are 2 recalls as well as 22 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference to exterior lighting. . Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, equipment and fuel system, gasoline. There were some recalls concerningequipment, steering. The car has 2 modeles with engines 2.4, 2.5 turbo.

Model 2009

Engine [L]CylindersTransmissionDriveEstimate MPG (city/highway/combined)Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined)FuelFuel costClassRelease date
2.4 5Manual, 5 gearsF20/28/2324.8025/38.6039/29.5578Regular2675COMPACT CARS30-Jun-08
2.4 5Semiautomatic, 5 gearsF20/28/2324.799/39.1979/29.7102Regular2675COMPACT CARS30-Jun-08
2.5 Turbo 5Manual, 6 gearsF19/28/2324.4/39.5/29.4695Regular2675COMPACT CARS30-May-08
2.5 Turbo 5Semiautomatic, 5 gearsF19/28/2324.4014/39.3024/29.4209Regular2675COMPACT CARS30-May-08

Recalls

CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
10V566000VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. V (Vehicle)416MFRVOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.11/08/201011/16/2010
Defect SummaryVolvo is recalling certain vehicles equipped with garmin 760 portable global positioning system (gps) units because the batteries on those units may overheat.
Consequence SummaryAn overheated battery could lead to a fire.
Corrective SummaryVolvo 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 new battery and a spacer will be inserted on top of the battery next to the pcb. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin during november 2010. owners may contact garmin at 866-957-1981 or visit garmin's website at www.garmin.com/nuvibatterypcbrecall.
NotesVolvo safety recall no. r231.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
STEERING - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST - HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
08V329000VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.from 04/14/2008 to 05/27/2008V (Vehicle)102008/13/2008MFRVOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC.07/23/200807/23/2008
Defect SummaryVolvo 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 fails, a sudden rupture of the hose can occur.
Consequence SummaryThis can result in a rapid drainage of the power steering fluid in the system and a complete loss of power assistance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers 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.
NotesVolvo recall no. 201.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Bulletins

BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - SOFTWARE
RTJ-1999407/01/200910032645Volvo: anti skid service required message, swm-0201, bcm-0109, eps-0080. new swm software has been implemented into production after the chassis range in the header. *pe04/23/2010
TSB-20411/01/200810027764Volvo: some of the vehicles may have a low sound at the receiving end, if the bluetooth phone module is used when driving. csc letter was received. *pe02/02/2009
EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL
TJ-21297-212/07/201010037819Ready06/06/2011
TJ-21297-212/07/201010037819Volvo: when a trailer is attached that has led lights there may be a lighting problem. *rm06/06/2011
EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
TSB: 39-21003/31/200910029247Volvo: certain vehicles equipped with hdd(hard disc drive) navigation system have an error in the map data. this will cause the navigation system to route away from highways that contains hov (high occupancy) or car pool lanes. this is an u07/01/2009
EQUIPMENT - OTHER - OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TSB-20411/01/200810027764Volvo: some of the vehicles may have a low sound at the receiving end, if the bluetooth phone module is used when driving. csc letter was received. *pe02/02/2009
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP
SMB 23-03701/17/201210043544Pump electronic modules (pem) to prior approval. *kb04/10/2012
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
RTJ-2132407/10/200910032425Volvo: the 5 speed automatic transmission, aw55-50/51, has a bolt on top that anchors the b4 band, which applies 3rd gear. if that bolt is removed, the band will be disengaged and 3rd gear will be inoperative. this includes c70 coupe and03/24/2010
SEAT BELTS - FRONT
SMB-88-001A10/13/201110041668Volvo: for owners who require front seat belt extenders which are available. *pe10/24/2011
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK
TJ-593105/14/201010033816Volvo: unnecessary brake control module (bcm) replacements. when diagnosing diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) for brake control system, technician must always follow complete diagnostic fault tracing path in vida. vida always lists possib09/20/2010
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK - ABS WARNING LIGHT
TJ-10438-810/27/201010037240Volvo: the abs light is on with four possible toruble codes. *rm05/13/2011
TJ-10438-810/27/201010037240Ready05/13/2011
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK - CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
RTJ-1999407/01/200910032645Volvo: anti skid service required message, swm-0201, bcm-0109, eps-0080. new swm software has been implemented into production after the chassis range in the header. *pe04/23/2010
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK - ABS WARNING LIGHT
TJ-10438-810/27/201010037240Ready05/13/2011
TJ-10438-810/27/201010037240Volvo: the abs light is on with four possible toruble codes. *rm05/13/2011
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST - VACUUM
RTJ-2029304/27/200910030425A service kit has been developed to reduce the current through the vacuum switch for the brake vacuum pump. *pe updated 12/30/09. *pe10/02/2009
STEERING
RTJ-1999407/01/200910032645Volvo: anti skid service required message, swm-0201, bcm-0109, eps-0080. new swm software has been implemented into production after the chassis range in the header. *pe04/23/2010
STEERING - ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
RTJ-1999407/01/200910032645Volvo: anti skid service required message, swm-0201, bcm-0109, eps-0080. new swm software has been implemented into production after the chassis range in the header. *pe04/23/2010
SUSPENSION - FRONT - CONTROL ARM
TL-2010909/02/201010034507Volvo: knocking noise from front control arm, rear bushing. a knocking or rattling metallic noise from the front suspension at start and stop, and in come cases pulling or a misaligned steering wheel. *pe11/22/2010
SUSPENSION - FRONT - SPRINGS - COIL SPRINGS
TJ-18381-712/21/201010037821Volvo: when going over bumps or on an uneven road there may be a knocking or rattling noise from the front struts. there may be a defective top bearing or a coil spring in conflict with the body strut tower. *rm06/06/2011
TJ-18381-712/21/201010037821Ready06/06/2011
TIRES
US15309.4.104/23/201210044085Volvo: excessively negative rear camber may cause uneven tire wear and this may be accompanied by abnormal road noise or ride. refer to the camber angle specification in rtj 19674. also included models s40,c30, and v50 model year 2012.05/09/2012

Consumer Complaints

Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
10/11/201028500
 Headlight assembly cracking. two passenger side headlight assemblies (orginal and replacement) have cracked with three months without sign of external impact. cracking in both assemblies has been identical. a third assembly will be installed this wednesday. cracking is substantial and poses a safety hazard.

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