2009 Volvo C30: common problems and reliability
An average C30 year.
6 owner complaints, most about power train. 2 recalls.
Should I buy a 2009 C30?The 2009 Volvo C30 has 6 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are power train and tires.
Safety record for the 2009 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2009 Volvo C30 vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other C30 years only. How we score it
Is 2009 a good year for the C30?
Across the 7 C30 model years we track, complaint volume runs from 1 (2007) to 14 (2011). With 6 complaints, the 2009 C30 sits about the same as the model's median of 6.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
Where owners report problems
Recalls affecting the 2009 C30
steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections
Campaign 08V329000VOLVO 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.
equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Campaign 10V566000VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH GARMIN 760 PORTABLE GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (GPS) UNITS BECAUSE THE BATTERIES ON THOSE UNITS MAY OVERHEAT.
What owners say across generations
Owner sentiment is predominantly positive, characterized by strong affection for the car's unique design, driving dynamics, and safety.
Owner insights cover all generations of the C30. See the full C30 owner picture and every model year.
Typical used price
Used C30 listings typically run $6,499–$10,498 across 2008 to 2013 model years.
Other C30 model years
Compare every C30 year side by side to see how 2009 ranks against the rest.
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