2012 Volkswagen CC
This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2008 | 1 |
| 2009 | 136 |
| 2010 | 242 |
| 2011 | 86 |
| 2012 | 230 |
| 2013 | 148 |
| 2014 | 80 |
| 2015 | 30 |
| 2016 | 26 |
| 2017 | 4 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
37% of complaints: air bags — 85 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY28% of complaints: engine — 64 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY25% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 58 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
' "TAKATA RECALL" I LOST CONTROL MY VEHICLE WHILE I WAS DRIVING AT ATHENS DR AND HIT THE VEHICLE IN FRONT , I HAD BIG DAMAGE TO MY VEHICLE IT WAS DUE TO IMPROPER FUEL PUMP CONTROL MODULE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171130
AT 8:40 AM CST ON 11/6/2012. WHILE COMMUTING TO WORK AT 55 MPH ROAD IN THE MIDDLE OF FREEWAY. I LOST FUNCTIONALITY ON THE GAS PEDAL. THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE WHEN ENGAGING THE GAS PEDAL.
NHTSA ODI report, 20121106
Well first off there was a recall on my year make and model but I guess it only lasted like a couple years .so twice already my fuel pump.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240423
16% of complaints: electrical system — 37 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
I was driving on the highway and out of no where it threw its self into neutral and the gear indicator was flashing with a wrench and it can move for like 5 mins then does it again was told the whole MECHtrnical in the transmission
NHTSA ODI report, 20240505
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 VOLKSWAGEN CC. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 5 MPH WHEN THE HORN WAS DEPRESSED REPEATEDLY BUT THE HORN FAILED TO SOUND. THE HORN WOULD ONLY SOUND PROPERLY WHEN THE HORN WAS DEPRESSED IN ONE LONG MOTION.
NHTSA ODI report, 20111230
5% of complaints: steering — 12 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012, CC VEHICLES, FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLES SAFETY STANDARD NO. 138, "TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)."
Remedy: VOLKSWAGEN WILL REPLACE THE TPMS SENSORS WITH THE PROPER SENSORS TO MAKE THE TPMS SYSTEM OF THE VEHICLES COMPLIANT WITH FMVSS 138. AS OF JUNE 1, 2011, VOLKSWAGEN HAS CONTACTED ALL AFFECTED CUSTOMERS T
Campaign 11V312000 — check if this car was fixed
Air Bag Clockspring Failure
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Volkswagen CC, and Passat, 2010-2013 Eos, 2011-2014 Golf, GTI, Jetta, and Tiguan, and 2012-2014 Jetta Sportwagen vehicles.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a protective cover over the steering wheel clock spring if the air bag light is off.
Campaign 15V483000 — check if this car was fixed
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflators, free of charge. Volkswagen issued an interim notification to owners on April 12, 2016, and will send a second notification when parts are available.
Campaign 16V078000 — check if this car was fixed
Air Bag Clockspring Failure
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Volkswagen CC, 2010-2014 Golf, 2010-2014 Eos, 2007-2010 Passat Sedan and Wagon, and 2012-2014 Passat vehicles.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator with an alternative inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 16, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298.
Campaign 18V148000 — check if this car was fixed
Air Bag Clockspring Failure
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2009-2016 Volkswagen CC, 2006-2010 Passat and Passat Wagon vehicles. Interruption of electrical power to the fuel pump control module may cause the fuel pump to fail.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump control module, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20AE.
Campaign 17V509000 — check if this car was fixed
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2016 Eos, 2012 Passat, 2012-2016 CC, 2015-2016 e-Golf, 2011-2015 Touareg, 2012-2015 and 2017 Tiguan, and 2011-2016 Golf and 2011-2013 GTI vehicles.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles to make them fully compliant or Volkswagen will repurchase them if necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 29, 2018.
Campaign 18V329000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2012 Volkswagen CC — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (85 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (64 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (58 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 11V312000 (tires) has been completed.
- Verify recall 15V483000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V078000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V148000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V509000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V329000 (unknown or other) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2012 Volkswagen CC reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2012 Volkswagen CC is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Volkswagen CC?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 37% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2012 Volkswagen CC have?
6 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.