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C30 Brake Light Failure

Alright, I'm pulling my hair out here. My 2007 Volvo C30, gasoline engine, is throwing a fit. Mileage is at 121576 km. The brake lights are randomly failing, and the system's throwing up an error message about it. I scanned it, and it's storing a fault related to the brake light switch. I'm pretty sure I haven't been messing with the pedal improperly. Anyone else seen this?

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uwesturm30

I've had similar issues with my C30, although I don't recall the exact error code. Does the error occur consistently, or does it seem to happen more often under specific circumstances, like after driving for a while or during cold weather?

marcoschubert64 (Author)

It's pretty random, to be honest. Sometimes it happens right away, sometimes after an hour of driving. Weather doesn't seem to matter. Could it be a faulty sensor or something?

uwesturm30

Given the inconsistency and the fact that it's logging a brake light switch fault, I would suggest having it checked by a qualified technician. A failing brake light switch can indeed cause intermittent issues. While it might be a simple sensor replacement, it's best to get a professional diagnosis to ensure proper vehicle safety.

marcoschubert64 (Author)

Thanks for the advice! Turns out, after a closer look, a floor mat had slid forward and was ever-so-slightly pressing on the brake pedal. Problem solved, and it cost me nothing!

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