Is the 2016 Volkswagen CC reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Volkswagen CC?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 42% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2016 Volkswagen CC have?

6 recalls on file for this model year.

2016 Volkswagen CC

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2016 Volkswagen CC
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Only 26 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

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.

Only 26 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 26
Recalls: 6
Investigations: 0
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

2016: 26 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

Only 26 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Air bags

11 of 26 total reports mention: air bags.

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Takata recall

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-01

Fuel/propulsion system

7 of 26 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.

Electrical system

4 of 26 total reports mention: electrical system.

Structure

2 of 26 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body.

Service brakes

2 of 26 total reports mention: service brakes.

CRASHINJURY

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Tl* the contact owns a 2016 Volkswagen CC. While pulling into a parking space with the brake pedal depressed, the vehicle accelerated without warning, the contact applied excessive force to the brake pedal; however, it crashed into a cement wall.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-02-01

Also filed under Vehicle speed control

Safety timeline

6 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2016-08-22Latches/locks/linkages16V464000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the child lock(s), free of charge. The recall began on August 22, 2016. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298.

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2017-06-26Seats17V287000 Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016-2017 CC vehicles.

Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seat head restraints, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 72G5.

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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

2016 Volkswagen CC — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Air bags: 11 reports on file for this year.
Fuel/propulsion system: 7 reports on file for this year.
Electrical system: 4 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 16V464000 · Latches/locks/linkages
Recall 17V287000 · Seats
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 2016 Volkswagen CC reliable?: There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Volkswagen CC?: The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 42% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2016 Volkswagen CC have?: 6 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.