2013 VOLVO C30 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
4
Owner Complaints
0
Recalls
1
Service Bulletin
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2013 VOLVO C30
The 2013 VOLVO C30 has received a total of 4 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). 1 technical service bulletin have been issued by Volvo Car USA, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Visibilitywiper (2 complaints), Engine (1 complaint), and Structurebody (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2013 VOLVO C30
There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2013 VOLVO C30. No Active Recalls
Owner Complaints for the 2013 VOLVO C30
4 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2013 VOLVO C30. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visibilitywiper | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structurebody | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
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.
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 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#[XXX]. This will help us quickly locate and review your correspondence. If your inquiry requires immediate attention, please contact our Customer Care Center at [XXX]. 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.
Safety Rating for the 2013 VOLVO C30
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2013 VOLVO C30 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2013 VOLVO C30
Volvo Car USA, LLC has issued 1 technical service bulletin (TSBs) for the 2013 VOLVO C30. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2013 VOLVO C30
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the VOLVO C30
- 2008 VOLVO C30 — 9 complaints
- 2009 VOLVO C30 — 6 complaints
- 2010 VOLVO C30 — 7 complaints
- 2011 VOLVO C30 — 23 complaints
- 2012 VOLVO C30 — 11 complaints
- 2013 VOLVO C30 (current)
- 2014 VOLVO C30 — 0 complaints
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