2008 Volvo C30 Volvo C30 2008

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2008 Volvo C30 repairs by problem area

Engine (17%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (14%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (20%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (27%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (7%)

Other (9%)

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2008 Volvo C30 body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (67%)

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Chart based on 12 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 Volvo C30 2dr Hatch

turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual FWD

61000 mi

US $160
Power outlet by shifter pushed down and plastic broke. 
352 mi Warranty repair of broken speaker grille Warranty repair of power sunroof - would not close automatically 
148000 mi

US $5
Significant leak after a heavy rainstorm. Standing inch of water collected passenger rear floor. Tracked the problem to be a sunroof drain on the front A-Pillar. Hose separated from the rest of the duct. Reinserted hose and added a dab of fast drying glue to make sure it stays in. 
9920 mi

A $200
Use of car bra broke off headlight washer covers. 
40000 mi Was going to the shop for a checkup because the car was recently purchased used. Went to get in the car and the drivers seat was wet. The shop couldn't duplicate the event after 2 days. So the ordered new door seals just to be sure. 
31900 mi

C $300
Leaky sunroof 

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2008 Volvo C30 2dr Hatch

turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

59000 mi

US $190
Repair of (super weak, under-designed) speaker cover damaged by dealer necessitated replacing entire driver side door card. Speaker cover is not available as a stand-alone part. 
7000 mi Drivers side seat was making noises when turning vehicle in any direction or driver shifting weight while seated. 
12000 mi Driver seat rattle. Rattling noise when making slow speed left hand turns. 
14000 mi

US $48
Rattling drivers seat 
24000 mi Passenger side rear lens needed to be replaced due to crack in lens. 

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2008 Volvo C30 2dr Hatch

turbocharged 134hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD

15000 mi Major electrical prob due to water leaching from windscreen washer along cables. Manifested when parking sensor became erratic & engine continued to run when key out. Central electrical unit replaced. Dealer unclear @ exact repairs. Diagnosis & repair len 

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2008 Volvo C30 Body Problems

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