2015 Volkswagen CC
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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
33% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 10 distinct reports on file.
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LOSS OF MOTIVE POWER WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION ON CITY STREET AND LOSS OF POWER FROM STATIONARY POSITION AT RED TRAFFIC LIGHT TO A IN MOTION GREEN LIGHT PRESSED ON PEDAL WITH NO MOTION.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171116
23% of complaints: air bags — 7 distinct reports on file.
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LOSS OF MOTIVE POWER WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION ON CITY STREET AND LOSS OF POWER FROM STATIONARY POSITION AT RED TRAFFIC LIGHT TO A IN MOTION GREEN LIGHT PRESSED ON PEDAL WITH NO MOTION.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171116
17% of complaints: electrical system — 5 distinct reports on file.
13% of complaints: engine — 4 distinct reports on file.
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LOSS OF MOTIVE POWER WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION ON CITY STREET AND LOSS OF POWER FROM STATIONARY POSITION AT RED TRAFFIC LIGHT TO A IN MOTION GREEN LIGHT PRESSED ON PEDAL WITH NO MOTION.
NHTSA ODI report, 20171116
7% of complaints: suspension — 2 distinct reports on file.
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ROAD NOISE AT 60MPH MADE ME INQUIRE AT MY 2 YEAR MAINTENANCE EVENT. MY CAR ONLY HAVE 16000 MILES AND THERE IS UNEVEN WEAR AND CUPPING IN THE REAR TIRES, PER THE DEALERSHIP. THEY SAID THERE IS NOTHING THEY CAN DO ABOUT IT (WITHOUT ME PAYING FOR IT).
NHTSA ODI report, 20170807
I NOTICED A NOISE EARLIER THIS YEAR WHILE DRIVING AND I WAS CONVINCED IT WAS FLAT SPOTS ON THE TIRES OR ROAD NOISE.. I FOUND OUT RECENTLY THAT THE TIRES ON MY CAR ARE CUPPED AND NEED REPLACED IMMEDIATELY.
NHTSA ODI report, 20161215
SAFETY TIMELINE
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
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015 Passat, 2015-2016 Eos, 2015-2017 CC, 2016-2017 TT Roadster, TT Coupe, 2017 Audi R8 Coupe, and R8 Spyder 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 4, 2019.
Campaign 19V014000 — check if this car was fixed
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Tiguan and CC vehicles.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install new software and replace the air bag ECU as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 25, 2019. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69Z5.
Campaign 19V535000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2015 Volkswagen CC — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (10 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (7 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 17V509000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V329000 (unknown or other) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V014000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V535000 (air bags) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2015 Volkswagen CC reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2015 Volkswagen CC is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Volkswagen CC?
The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2015 Volkswagen CC have?
4 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.