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.

2015 Volkswagen CC

▲ Better than typical

2015 Volkswagen CC
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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.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 30
Recalls: 4
Investigations: 0
Top problem: Fuel/propulsion system

Complaints per year

2015: 30 complaints

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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

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Fuel/propulsion system

33% · 10 reports

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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, 2017-11-16

Also filed under Air bags and engine

Air bags

27% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing driver clockspring/spiral cassette.

Electrical system

17% · 5 reports

Engine

13% · 4 reports

Exterior lighting

10% · 3 reports

Most commonly citing turn signal.

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The contact owns a 2015 Volkswagen CC. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the back over prevention camera failed to display an image.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-09-28

Also filed under Back over prevention

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2018-06-26Fuel system, gasoline17V509000 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.

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2018-11-29Unknown or other18V329000 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.

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2019-03-04Air bags19V014000 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.

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2019-11-25Air bags19V535000 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.

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Buy-smart checklist

2015 Volkswagen CC — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Fuel/propulsion system: 10 reports on file for this year.
Air bags: 8 reports on file for this year.
Electrical system: 5 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 17V509000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Recall 18V329000 · Unknown or other
Recall 19V014000 · Air bags
Recall 19V535000 · Air bags

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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 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.