Hi,

I have a V40 2013 model as from March 2013. Within 6 months and less than 8000 had 2 issues -

Total Power Loss : Car just stopped all of a sudden and woudn't restart. Even the emergency lights did not work. After 10 mins of freeze, the car started again. The volvo garage attributed the cause as a software issue and did an upgrade. Haven't had an issue since

Burning Smell & Failed Clutch : Sensed STRONG burning smell - 3 times till now actually. Now along with the burning smell, the clutch malfunctioned. It did not release completly back to normal position. My car is in garage and i am being told that some major parts of clutch have to be replaced since they are worn/burnt. They coudn't find a mechanical fault that could have caused this and hence are attributing the cause as due to my driving style. It is hard for me to bilieve since i have been always driving manual cars and till now haven't had issues such as this.

Anyone else with similar burning smell/clutch wearing out incidents ?

 

What a 'total copout' from the supplying Volvo Dealership. She is obviously one of those statistical unexplained duds that come off the line periodically.
They are simply trying to backout of a new vehicle warranty contract with you.
It would be impossible for them to prove that any driving habit was the cause and if your driving history is largely with manual transmissions(without issues) they dont have a leg to stand on.
Tell them to repair/replace the clutch assembly pronto or you will start legal proceedings without delay.