Volkswagen CC Problems — All Years, Common Issues & Reliability
Year-by-year breakdown of safety recalls, NHTSA owner complaints, reported deaths, injuries, crashes, and worst problem areas. Updated daily from federal databases.
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Volkswagen CC — Year-by-Year Problem Comparison
| Year | Verdict | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Injuries | Deaths | Top Issue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017Best | Excellent | 2 | 3 | — | — | — | Electrical System | Full report → |
| 2016 | Good | 3 | 18 | — | — | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2015 | Good | 1 | 27 | — | — | — | Fuel/Propulsion System | Full report → |
| 2014 | Caution | 4 | 61 | — | — | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2013 | Caution | 3 | 90 | 5 | 1 | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2012 | Avoid | 5 | 159 | 6 | 6 | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2011 | Caution | 3 | 62 | — | — | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2010Worst | Avoid | 2 | 174 | 4 | 6 | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
| 2009 | Caution | 2 | 99 | 8 | — | — | Air Bags | Full report → |
9 model years shown. Crashes, injuries, and deaths from NHTSA complaint filings. Click any year for full details.
Most Common Volkswagen CC Problems
Based on 693 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across all model years.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Volkswagen CC Reliability
What year CC has the most problems?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2010 Volkswagen CC had the highest combined complaint and recall count — 174 complaints and 2 safety recalls. See the full 2010 report for specific defects.
Is the Volkswagen CC reliable?
The Volkswagen CC has accumulated 693 owner-filed complaints and 25 safety recalls across all model years in NHTSA's database. The 2017 model year shows the fewest reported issues. Always run a VIN check before purchasing any used CC.
What are the most common CC problems?
The most frequently cited problem areas are: Air Bags (218 reports), Engine (103 reports), Fuel/Propulsion System (92 reports), Electrical System (64 reports). Based on NHTSA complaints across all model years.
How do I check if my CC has an open recall?
Use the vehicle's 17-character VIN at VinCheckEngine.com. Our free VIN report pulls the latest NHTSA recall data along with auction history, odometer records, and 30+ intelligence signals.
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