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 brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (14%)

$1000 - $2499 (29%)

$500 - $999 (43%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (14%)

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2008 Volvo C30

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57400 mi On gently pressing brakes, a message said 'Anti Skid Requires Service' and car stopped, completely. Had to get two men to push car off road. Dealer doesn't now what is wrong. Car still with Dealer. Imagine such a sudden halt on a motorway? 

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2008 Volvo C30 2dr Hatch

turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual FWD

72000 mi

US $650
Traction control system was replaced. I believe likely due to damage received from tire chains worn the week of the problem. Shop in Denver (Voltek, best guys every) say they doubt this and suggest the mileage and age are to blame. 
42780 mi

C $3000
Brake Booster failed 

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2008 Volvo C30 2dr Hatch

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

125000 mi

US $1700
and the rear brakes needed replacement. 
135000 mi

US $560
Rear caliper failed. Had to replace 1 caliper and both sets of rear brake pads. 
96000 mi

US $1600
Replace one rear caliper, piston not moving freely. 

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2008 Volvo C30 2dr Hatch

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

97000 mi

£580
Replace handbrake cabling. 

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2008 Volvo C30 Brake Problems

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