Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2007 C30.
The 2007 Volvo C30 is documented with a single total owner complaint, primarily involving the suspension and power‑train, and it has been subject to two recall actions. Within the model’s complaint history from 2007 through 2013, the 2007 version records the lowest annual count — just one complaint — while later years climbed to as many as 14. This early‑year data indicates that, despite later fluctuations, the 2007 C30 began its life with relatively few reported problems.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 91 · 590 CCA battery. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Overall length | 167.3 in |
| Overall width | 70.1 in |
| Overall height | 57.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 103.9 in |
| Curb weight | 3100 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 60.2 / 60.2 in |
0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.
Independent road tests for the C30 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.
| Year | Trim / engine | 0–60 | ¼ mile | HP | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | T5 Version 1.0 3-door Hatchback 2.5L Turbo I-5 | 6.30 sec | 14.80 sec | 227 hp | FWD |
| 2008 | T5 Version 2.0 3-door Hatchback 2.5L Turbo I-5 | 6.30 sec | 14.80 sec | 227 hp | FWD |
| 2008 | T5 Version 1.0 3-door Hatchback 2.5L Turbo I-5 | 6.70 sec | 15.30 sec | 227 hp | FWD |
| 2008 | T5 Version 2.0 3-door Hatchback 2.5L Turbo I-5 | 7.00 sec | 15.40 sec | 227 hp | FWD |
| 2009 | T5 R-Design 3-door Hatchback 2.5L Turbo I-5 | 6.60 sec | 15.10 sec | 227 hp | FWD |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
This engine DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 81 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 28.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-2-4-5-3.
| Brake Fluid | DOT 4 |
| Power Steering Fluid | SYNTHETIC |
| Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts | 133 ft-lbs |
| Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts | 133 ft-lbs |
| Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts | 15 ft-lbs |
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 19 ft-lbs |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | 28.0 ft-lbs |
| Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs | 48 ft-lbs |
| Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs | 84 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 81 ft-lbs |
| Front Wheel Hub | 26 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-2-4-5-3 |
| Curb Idle Speed (No Load) | 720 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load) | 50 rpm |
| Curb Idle Speed (No Load) | 720 rpm |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 91 |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 590 cca |
| Optional BCI Group Number | 94R |
| Optional BCI Cranking Performance | 700 cca |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 91 |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 590 cca |
| Optional BCI Group Number | 94R |
| Optional BCI Cranking Performance | 570 cca |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum | 58 psi |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum | 68 psi |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum | 70 psi |
| Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum | 58 psi |
| Injector Primary Resistance | 12 ohms |
| Torque Caliper to Bracket | 22 ft-lbs / 26 ft-lbs |
| Torque to Knuckle | 89 ft-lbs / 52 ft-lbs |
| Minimum Pad Thickness | Front: 0.079; Rear: 0.079 in |
| Rotor Max Parallel Variation | 0.0003 in |
| Rotor Runout Limit | 0.003 in |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness From | 0.984 in / 0.433 in |
| Rotor Nominal Thickness To | 0.984 in / 0.433 in |
| Rotor Minimum Machining | 0.937 in / 0.385 in |
| 1 | 11 ft. lbs, Step 2: 18 ft. lbs., Step 3: 100 | 11 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 11 ft. lbs., Step 2: 18 ft. lbs., Step 3: 100 | 11 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 33 ft. lbs., Step 2: 65 | 33 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 33 ft. lbs., Step 2: 50 | 33 ft. lbs |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
In 2007 the Volvo C30 logged a single complaint and two recalls, with no investigations and 194 TSBS events, placing it at the low end of the complaint trend for the generation. The following year, 2008, complaints jumped to eight while recalls remained at two, indicating a sharp rise that was not sustained in 2009 when complaints fell to six. The trend continues upward through 2011, peaking at fourteen complaints, then declines to ten in 2012 and four in 2013. The 2007 model’s lone complaint was in the “Suspension, Power Train” category, and it had no reported crash or fire complaints. Given its position at the beginning of the complaint arc and the absence of safety‑critical issues, 2007 appears to be a comparatively reliable year within this generation, making it a solid candidate for purchase.
All 1 complaints on record, top 1 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH GARMIN 760 PORTABLE GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (GPS) UNITS BECAUSE THE BATTERIES ON THOSE UNITS MAY OVERHEAT. Remedy: 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…
VOLVO IS RECALLING 1,114 MY 2007 C30, C70, S40, AND V50 PASSENGER VEHICLES. A SOFT ANODIZED LAYER IN THE MASTER CYLINDER MAY TRIGGER EARLY WEAR ON A RUBBER SEAL THAT CAN RESULT IN INTERNAL LEAKAGE OF BRAKE FLUID. IF… Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE MASTER CYLINDER. THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER AND BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR WILL BE REPLACED AND CERTAIN BRAKE LINES CLEANED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON…
Showing 5 of 194 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 37809.1.1 | 2026-04-07 | Unknown Or Other | This is a TJ text only - The purpose of this TJ is to be a master reference list to… |
| 19245 | 2025-12-06 | Unknown Or Other | This is a Technical Journal. Vehicle type and platform identification. |
| 8501 | 2025-04-10 | Exterior Lighting | This is a Technical Journal: Remote connection, BOMGAR application. Before joining a… |
| S10303 | 2025-02-21 | Unknown Or Other | Volvo Cars USA LLC and Volvo Car Canada LTD on behalf of the Volvo Car Corporation has… |
| S10303 | 2025-02-13 | Unknown Or Other | Volvo Cars USA LLC and Volvo Car Canada LTD on behalf of the Volvo Car Corporation has… |
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