Safety & Reliability

The Volvo C30 is an Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Top Safety Pick, which means it scores the agency's highest rating, Good, in front, side and rear crash tests, and in a new roof-strength test that measures rollover protection. Antilock brakes and an electronic stability system are standard. See all the standard safety features here. Its predicted reliability is average.
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Low battery voltage
If the battery voltage is too low, the parking
brake cannot be applied or released. Connect
an auxiliary battery if the battery voltage is too
low, see page 114. ...
Three-way catalytic converter
Three-way catalytic converter -
general information
• Keep your engine properly tuned. Certain
engine malfunctions, particularly involving
the electrical, fuel or distributor ignition
systems, ma ...
Design Concept
The Volvo S40 is a tribute to Volvo's talented and multi-cultural design
teams in Gothenburg, Barcelona and California, who have captured the premium
values of a contemporary Volvo saloon in a com ...
