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2013 Volvo C30 Recalls & Complaints

We couldn't confirm the NHTSA recall list for the 2013 Volvo C30 right now, so this page doesn't state a recall count — check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for current campaigns. 4 owner complaints are on file.

NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2013 Volvo C30.

2013 Volvo C30 owner complaints

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Volvo C30, describing incidents dated June 29, 2013 to January 12, 2026.

Most-cited components

Visibility/Wiper 2 complaints
Engine 1 complaint
Structure 1 complaint

Newest complaints

ODI #11710433 · Filed January 12, 2026
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…
ODI #11530675 · Filed July 6, 2023
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…
ODI #11439836 · Filed November 9, 2021
Windshield bonding failure. Pressing from the inside of the car on the windshield top reveals it's loose allowing moisture into the car.

Read all 4 complaints

We couldn't confirm the NHTSA recall list for the 2013 Volvo C30 right now — this is not a confirmed "no recalls". Check the VIN at NHTSA.gov/recalls for the official status.

2013 Volvo C30 3 HB FWD

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out of 5

Overall Safety Rating

Not Rated

Frontal Crash

Not Rated

Driver: Not Rated, Passenger: Not Rated

Side Crash

Not Rated

Driver: Not Rated, Passenger: Not Rated

Side Pole

Not Rated

Rollover

Not Rated

Safety Technology

Electronic Stability Control

4 owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2013 Volvo C30.

Visibility/Wiper

ODI #11710433

Incident: January 12, 2026 · Filed: January 12, 2026

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.

Visibility/Wiper

ODI #11530675

Incident: January 5, 2023 · Filed: July 6, 2023

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).

Structure

ODI #11439836

Incident: October 27, 2021 · Filed: November 9, 2021

Windshield bonding failure. Pressing from the inside of the car on the windshield top reveals it's loose allowing moisture into the car.

Engine

ODI #10705795

Incident: June 29, 2013 · Filed: April 15, 2015

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.

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