Volvo C30 2011
Model C30 made in 2011 by Volvo got 3 consumer complains there is 1 recall as well as 15 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference to unknown or other. . Technical service bulletines regarding equipment, exterior lighting and fuel system, gasoline. There was one recall concerning steering .
Model 2011
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STEERING - GEAR BOX - SHAFT SECTOR | ||||||||||||||||
| 10V255000 | VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. | from 10/15/2009 to 05/11/2010 | V (Vehicle) | 536 | 06/14/2010 | MFR | VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. | 06/08/2010 | 06/10/2010 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This condition can increase the risk of a vehicle crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will torque the gearshift lever stud assembly to the correct specification free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin during june 2010. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552 or customercare@volvoforlife.com . | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Volvo safety recall no. r227.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 . | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL | |||||
| TJ-21297-2 | 12/07/2010 | 10037819 | Ready | 06/06/2011 | |
| TJ-21297-2 | 12/07/2010 | 10037819 | Volvo: when a trailer is attached that has led lights there may be a lighting problem. *rm | 06/06/2011 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS | |||||
| SC-236 | 04/26/2011 | 10038661 | Volvo service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. the headlight washer pump is interfering with the washer level fluid sensor. *rm | 06/24/2011 | |
| SC-236 | 04/26/2011 | 10038661 | Ready | 06/24/2011 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP | |||||
| SMB 23-037 | 01/17/2012 | 10043544 | Pump electronic modules (pem) to prior approval. *kb | 04/10/2012 | |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||||
| RTJ-21324 | 07/10/2009 | 10032425 | Volvo: 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 and | 03/24/2010 | |
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT | |||||
| SMB-88-001A | 10/13/2011 | 10041668 | Volvo: for owners who require front seat belt extenders which are available. *pe | 10/24/2011 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK | |||||
| TJ-5931 | 05/14/2010 | 10033816 | Volvo: 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 possib | 09/20/2010 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK - ABS WARNING LIGHT | |||||
| TJ-10438-8 | 10/27/2010 | 10037240 | Volvo: the abs light is on with four possible toruble codes. *rm | 05/13/2011 | |
| TJ-10438-8 | 10/27/2010 | 10037240 | Ready | 05/13/2011 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK - ABS WARNING LIGHT | |||||
| TJ-10438-8 | 10/27/2010 | 10037240 | Volvo: the abs light is on with four possible toruble codes. *rm | 05/13/2011 | |
| TJ-10438-8 | 10/27/2010 | 10037240 | Ready | 05/13/2011 | |
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - SPRINGS - COIL SPRINGS | |||||
| TJ-18381-7 | 12/21/2010 | 10037821 | Ready | 06/06/2011 | |
| TJ-18381-7 | 12/21/2010 | 10037821 | Volvo: 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. *rm | 06/06/2011 | |
| TIRES | |||||
| US15309.4.1 | 04/23/2012 | 10044085 | Volvo: 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 date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | |||
| 05/25/2012 | 21000 | ||
| Rear tires worn out on the inside after 21000 miles. 1/32 inside and 5/32 outside tread depth. unacceptable tire wear as front tires have 4 to 5/32 tread depth across the tire. note that this car is also a front wheel drive vehicle! authorized volvo dealer has aligned vehicle at least 2 times! alignment said to be within spec both times! i have facts supporting this to be common occurrence on volvo c-30 models as witnessed by owners on internet forums. excessive tire wear by unsuspecting driver can and will lead to unexpected tire blow out causing damage to vehicle and/or injury or death. similar incidents have happened as pointed out in the ford explorer accidents in the 1990s! | |||