Is the Volkswagen CC Reliable?
2009–2017 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Volkswagen CC Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 2 | 3 | — | — | 87 | Excellent |
| 2016 | 3 | 18 | — | — | 67 | Good |
| 2015 | 1 | 27 | — | — | 68 | Good |
| 2014 | 4 | 61 | — | — | 50 | Fair |
| 2013 | 3 | 90 | 1 | — | 55 | Fair |
| 2012 | 5 | 159 | 6 | — | 42 | Poor |
| 2011 | 3 | 62 | — | — | 55 | Fair |
| 2010 | 2 | 174 | 6 | — | 57 | Fair |
| 2009 | 2 | 99 | — | — | 60 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the CC Compares to Similar Vehicles
The CC scores 12 points below the average sedan. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Volkswagen CC Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 693 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Volkswagen CC reliable?+
The Volkswagen CC scores 60/100 on our reliability index — rated "Fair." Across 9 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 25 recall campaigns and 693 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year CC is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2017 CC achieved the highest reliability score of 87/100 with 2 recalls and 3 complaints.
How many miles does a CC last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Volkswagen CC owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used CC will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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