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 | 4 | 18 | — | — | 62 | Fair |
| 2015 | 3 | 27 | — | — | 58 | Fair |
| 2014 | 2 | 61 | — | — | 60 | Fair |
| 2013 | 2 | 90 | 1 | — | 60 | Fair |
| 2012 | 3 | 159 | 6 | — | 52 | Fair |
| 2011 | 1 | 62 | — | — | 65 | Good |
| 2010 | 1 | 174 | 6 | — | 62 | 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 9 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 63/100 on our reliability index — rated "Fair." Across 9 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 20 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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