Is the Volkswagen CC Reliable?

Q: Is the Volkswagen CC reliable?

The Volkswagen CC scores 88/100 on the VinCheckEngine reliability index, which rates as "Excellent" for the 2009–2017 model years. Run a free VIN report at vincheckengine.com for vehicle-specific analysis.

Q: What year CC is most reliable?

Among recently analyzed years, the 2017 Volkswagen CC scored highest with a reliability score of 95/100. Fewer recalls and complaints were reported for that model year.

Q: How many miles does a CC last?

With regular maintenance, most Volkswagen CC owners report 150,000–200,000+ miles of reliable service. High-mileage examples frequently appear at auction. Always verify with a VIN history report before purchasing a used CC.

2009–2017 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.

88/100

Excellent

Reliability Score

Total Recalls

696

Owner Complaints

Reported Injuries

Reported Deaths

Own a Volkswagen CC? Check your specific VIN for a full history report.

Volkswagen CC Reliability by Year

Model Year	Recalls	Complaints	Injuries	Deaths	Reliability Score	Rating
2017	1	6	—	—	95	Excellent
2016	2	18	—	—	90	Excellent
2015	1	27	—	—	92	Excellent
2014	1	61	—	—	87	Excellent
2013	1	90	1	—	84	Excellent
2012	2	159	6	—	79	Good
2011	0	62	—	—	94	Excellent
2010	0	174	6	—	87	Excellent
2009	1	99	—	—	86	Excellent

Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.

How the CC Compares to Similar Vehicles

Volkswagen CC88/100

Sedan Category Average72/100

The CC scores 16 points above the average sedan — a strong result.

Known Volkswagen CC Reliability Issues

The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:

AIR BAGS

214

ENGINE

103

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

POWER TRAIN

STEERING

Based on 696 owner complaints across recent model years.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Volkswagen CC reliable?+

The Volkswagen CC scores 88/100 on our reliability index — rated "Excellent." Across 9 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 9 recall campaigns and 696 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 95/100 with 1 recall and 6 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.

More Volkswagen CC Research

Common Problems

Detailed breakdown of every reported defect for the Volkswagen CC.

Years to Avoid

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Check a Specific Volkswagen CC VIN

Model-level reliability scores show general trends. A VIN-specific report reveals the exact history of any individual vehicle — accidents, odometer records, auction events, and open recalls.

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