2011 Volvo C30 Volvo C30 2011

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2011 Volvo C30 repairs by problem area

Engine (21%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (3%)

Brakes and Traction Control (8%)

Suspension and Steering (21%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (27%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (17%)

Other (4%)

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2011 Volvo C30 body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (7%)

$100 - $499 (7%)

< $100 (86%)

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Chart based on 14 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2011 Volvo C30 2dr Hatch

turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual FWD

23000 mi Leather seating surface, Drivers side, became discolored, and showed some deterioration of the leather. Leather Seating surface replaced. 
7000 mi Minor rattle in front passenger side door panel. 
Defective wheel nuts, at least 10 lost their chrome cap while replacing summer wheels and tires for winter steel rims and tires. Were replaced under warranty by dealer, no charge. Might reoccur thouh. Will follow up. 
11700 mi There are two small doors on the bumper to allow the headlight washers to spray. The door on the driver's side of the bumper apparently fell off and the dealer ordered and installed a replacement part. 
6000 mi Unable to replicate. 

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2011 Volvo C30 2dr Hatch

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

48000 mi Rear carpets wet due to water leak. Dealer found drainage from sunroof partially plugged. Repair time included holiday and many days for ensuring carpets were dried out. A loaner plus oil/filter, wipers and battery were changed all at N/C. 
55200 mi Water was collecting on the front right floor. The windshield was leaking due to poor sealing and was replaced as the original broke during removal. The dealer also removed and dried the front rug. A loaner was provided, all at no charge. 
58000 mi

US $750
Water was leaking into the passenger side floor. The sunroof drained were clogged and collapsed. Dealer replaced two front sunroof drains. 
44000 mi

US $300
Sunroof drain hose blocked, causing leak inside during a storm. Hose was cleared out. No parts replaced, but labour to reach hose was substantial. 
40400 mi Windshield leaks 
70000 mi

US $95
One small drip while in car wash. Cleared clogged sunroof drain. Cleaned sunroof gasket. 
43600 mi Steering wheel "R-Design" logo had sharp metal extrusion; whole steering wheel had to be replaced. Volvo logo fell off. Was told this is common. 
37700 mi Glue around the windshield had aged which was causing leaks into the car interior. Windshield was taken off and glue was replaced with a better variant. Car took 3 days to dry out before it was returned to me. Driver's side door handle (interior) was rattling with strong bass sounds from stereo as well as when driving on rough roads. It was repaired. Drivers side window was rattling when down while driving - clips replaced. 
9000 mi Rattle in dash. Dealer located the problem in the windshield wiper motor and repaired under warranty. 
39000 mi "Volvo" badge paint peeled. Repaired under warranty 

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2011 Volvo C30 Body Problems

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