Does the 2008 Volvo C30 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2008 Volvo C30, the most recent reported on November 8, 2010 (Equipment: electrical, navigational system(global positioning system)). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Volvo C30?

Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is suspension (2 complaints), followed by vehicle speed control (2).

How many 2008 Volvo C30 complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 8 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2008 Volvo C30 recalls and problems

2 recalls and 8 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2008 Volvo C30.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2008 Volvo C30 recalls

Equipment: electrical, navigational system(global positioning system)

NHTSA campaign 10V566000 · reported November 8, 2010 · VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. · 416 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Volvo is recalling certain vehicles equipped with garmin 760 portable global positioning system (gps) units because the batteries on those units may overheat.
The risk: An overheated battery could lead to a fire.
The fix: Volvo advises owners to please stop using the garmin portable gps device immediately, and visit the garmin website to determine if their unit is affected. The unit's battery will be replaced with a new battery and a spacer will be inserted on top of the battery next to the pcb. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on november 18, 2010. Owners may contact garmin at 866-957-1981 or visit garmin's website at www.garmin.com/nuvibatterypcbrecall.

Steering: hydraulic power assist, hose, piping, and connections

NHTSA campaign 08V329000 · reported July 23, 2008 · VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. · 1,020 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Volvo is recalling my 2008-2009 vehicles. A section of the power steering return line hose was not properly vulcanized (cured) and does not meet specifications. If the power steering return hose fails, a sudden rupture of the hose can occur.
The risk: This can result in a rapid drainage of the power steering fluid in the system and a complete loss of power assistance, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the steering return line hose assembly free of charge. The recall began on august 13, 2008. Owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Suspension2
Vehicle speed control2
Air bags1
Engine and engine cooling1
Seat belts1
Seats1
Visibility1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jan 30, 2015 · Vehicle speed control
VERY SMALL FOOT ROOM ON DRIVER SIDE. SHOE TRAPS UNDER BRAKE PEDAL SOMETIME, MAKE SOME DELAY OF USING BRAKE.

Mar 27, 2014 · Suspension · 53,500 miles
LEFT FRONT SPRING BROKE WHILE ENTERING VEHICLE (PARKED OVERNIGHT IN GARAGE). EVIDENCE OF ANTI-CORROSION PAINT FLAKING OFF OF SPRING IN THE AREA THAT THE BREAK OCCURRED. THIS IS THE SECOND BROKEN FRONT SPRING ON THE SAME VEHICLE, THE PREVIOUS ONE HAPPENED ~ 1 YEAR AGO (ODI# 10502668.). POTENTIALLY A DEFECT IN THE…

Nov 4, 2013 · Engine and engine cooling · 105,243 miles
OIL TRAP BROKEN. WAS TOLD BY MY MECHANIC THERE WAS A VOLVO RECALL FOR THIS PROBLEM (DEALERSHIP RECALL # 202). VOLVO DEALERSHIP SAID MY MAKE AND MODEL WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL. I BELIEVE IT WAS AN OVERSITE, AS MY VEHICLE WAS MANUFACTURED IN THE SAME COUNTRY AS THE OTHER VOLVO MAKE AND MODELS INCLUDED IN THE…

Jul 2, 2013 · Seat belts · 79,000 miles
FRONT PASSENGER SEATBELT DIFFICULT TO UNBUCKLE. TOOK TO VOLVO DEALERSHIP TO HAVE SERVICED ON 7/1/13. DEALERSHIP REPORTED "FOUND A LITTLE STICKY. LUBED IT. NOW OPENS TO INTENT. IT DOES HELP TO PRESS DOWN ON THE BUCKLE BEFORE YOU RELEASE THE LATCH." THE LUBE DID NOT FIX THE BUCKLE. STILL DIFFICULT TO RELEASE. SAFETY…

Mar 13, 2013 · Suspension · 40,896 miles
RIGHT FRONT SPRING BROKE, FRACTURE HAPPENED IN THE TRANSITION FROM THE LOWEST COIL (THE ONE ALWAYS ON THE SPRING SEAT) TO THE FIRST ACTIVE COIL. ANTI-CORROSION COATING WAS MISSING IN THAT AREA, AND A SMALL AMOUNT OF SURFACE PITTING WAS PRESENT. PHOTOS OF FAILED SPRING ARE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST (BOTH IN PLACE BEFORE…

C30 model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes
2007	2	1	0
2008	2	8	0
2009	2	6	0
2010	2	6	2
2011	1	14	1

All Volvo C30 years →

Questions

Does the 2008 Volvo C30 have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2008 Volvo C30, the most recent reported on November 8, 2010 (Equipment: electrical, navigational system(global positioning system)). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Volvo C30?: Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is suspension (2 complaints), followed by vehicle speed control (2).
How many 2008 Volvo C30 complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 8 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received January 30, 2015.