Title BLIS fault tracing . Status Released Status 2012 - Ref No US25788.1.1 en - US Date 04 - 16 Issue 2012 - Issuer - Date 01 - 19 Vida Partner 3 US 7510 Volvo Cars North America Reference Func Group 8462 Func Desc electrical outside mirrors , compl Attachment File Name File Size 156 water egress.pdf 0.1225 MB 134 - 135 - 136 - 124 . pdf 0.2876 MB 542 . pdf 0.2610 MB 544 - 545 . pdf 0.2104 MB TJ 24108 . pdf 0.1225 MB 533 - 156 - 275 . pdf 0.2665 MB TJ 21232 BLIS Functionality and Diagnostic Guide.pdf 0.1098 MB Vehicle Type Eng Struc Week Type Eng Sales Body Gear Steer Model Year Plant Chassis range Desc Range 0000150 - 124 2007 - 2012 0 - 0 0999999 0000150 - 134 2011 - 2012 0 - 0 9999999 00
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2011 Volvo C30 visibility problems
moderate 6 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $350 · see visibility across all vehicles →
Complaints
6
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$350
When does it fail?
Of the 6 visibility complaints filed for the 2011 Volvo C30, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 50,000-75,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
No new NHTSA visibility complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 5 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering visibility on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
Title BLIS fault tracing . Status Released Status 2012 - Ref No US25788.1.1 en - US Date 04 - 16 Issue 2012 - Issuer - Date 01 - 19 Vida Partner 3 US 7510 Volvo Cars North America Reference Func Group 8462 Func Desc electrical outside mirrors , compl Attachment File Name File Size 156 water egress.pdf 0.1225 MB 134 - 135 - 136 - 124 . pdf 0.2876 MB 542 . pdf 0.2610 MB 544 - 545 . pdf 0.2104 MB TJ 24108 . pdf 0.1225 MB 533 - 156 - 275 . pdf 0.2665 MB TJ 21232 BLIS Functionality and Diagnostic Guide.pdf 0.1098 MB Vehicle Type Eng Struc Week Type Eng Sales Body Gear Steer Model Year Plant Chassis range Desc Range 0000150 - 124 2007 - 2012 0 - 0 0999999 0000150 - 134 2011 - 2012 0 - 0 9999999 00
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗This is a Technical Journal: Washer system layout for identifying leakage points REF NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : United States and Canada TJ 25153 Technical Service PARTNER : ISSUE DATE : STATUS DATE : 3 US 7510 Volvo Car USA 2016 - 03 - 17 2016 - 03 - 24 FUNC GROUP : FUNC DESC : 3634 Washer Page 1 of 24 Attachment File Name File Size TJ 25153 S60 MY11 - , V60 , S60 , V60CC.pdf 0.8349 MB TJ 25153 S80 MY07 - , V70 MY08 - , XC70 MY08 - . pdf 0.7857 MB TJ 25153 S90 ( 234 ) MY17 - . pdf 1.4623 MB TJ 25153 V90V90CC ( 235236 ) MY17 - . pdf 1.5192 MB TJ 25153 XC90 ( 256 ) MY16 - . pdf 2.1365 MB TJ 25153_XC60 . pdf 0.8801 MB Vehicle Type Eng Struc Week Type Eng Sales Body Gear Steer Model
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗This is a Technical Journal: "BLIS service required" may be displayed in DIM(Drivers Information Module) intermittently during start, without any corresponding DTC's set. This may occur if the BLIS camera heating element is broken due to a hot spot, or if the lead cable for the heater element has become loose due to a bad soldering. Start the engine and make sure that the ambient temperature is below 28ºC (82ºF) to activate the heater function. Test the heater element function by touching the BLIS camera lens with your finger, or spray ice spray to see if the ice disappear. If there is no heat detected, then remove the mirror from the car and access the heater element for inspection. * If th
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
What owners are reporting 6 most recent
The loose windshield issue needs to be investigated as it is a very common issue. I have a 2011 c30. You can push up on the glass and it is not adhered on the top at all to the car. Not just on the c30 but other models as well. It's as if the windshield is only adhered to on 3 sides. It vibrates and leaks. Definitely needs to be recalled. And the manufacturer needs to be made aware.
The vehicle is stationary until I can get the issue corrected in the next day or two. The windshield is loose. I discovered a leak and determined that the issue is that the windshield is not attached to the car at the top. The slightest pressure from the inside can move the windshield away from the seal on the car. I have learned that this is a common issue tin Volvo's that occurs due…
The top of the windshield no longer adheres to the body of the vehicle. My searches of the internet have found multiple instances of the Volvos where the top part of the windshield is no longer attached to the vehicle. Here is a link to the Auto Glass Safety Council describes the issue (https://agsc.org/volvo-glass-bonding-issue/). Volvo Car USA LLC recently issued a statement that all…
The entire top edge of the windshield is no longer sealed to the car. Water gets in. If all of the windows are closed, the windshield briefly pops out a little bit as the door is closed.
The windshield got loose. When pressing it from the inside, the windshield moves. When the door closes that windshield moves, or with vibrations while driving. Under heavy raining, water leaks inside the cabin. The vehicle was stationary at a parking lot when we realize it was like that. Taking with other owners, it is a known issue, and Volvo is aware. *tr
The car developed a rattle over bumps which got worse with colder weather to the point we determined the windshield is loose almost the entire length across the top and part way down the right side. Our local auto glass company says it seems to be a factory quality control problem. Upon doing some online research it appears to be a somewhat common problem with volvos and it is a problem with the…
Had visibility trouble with your 2011 Volvo C30?
File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.
Common questions
How serious is the visibility problem on the 2011 Volvo C30?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 6 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $350 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the visibility typically fail?
Based on the 6 complaints filed, visibility issues most often appear around 73,667 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $350 for visibility repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to visibility?
No active recalls currently cover visibility issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2011/Volvo/C30.
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