repaired · 2019 Q4
Driver side: inflator module
Risk. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle…
2009 Volkswagen CCProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 136 owner complaints about the 2009 Volkswagen CC, most often about the air bags. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 17V-509 the manufacturer reports only 49% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 28, 2019. Updated daily. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2009 Volkswagen CC has problems
136 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
59Air bags1 crash/fire/injury
31Fuel/propulsion system
28Engine4 crash/fire/injury
13Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
8Fuel system, gasoline
8Steering
7Power train
5Vehicle speed control
3Seat belts
149 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 59 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 31 | 0 |
| Engine | 28 | 4 |
| Electrical system | 13 | 1 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 8 | 1 |
| Steering | 8 | 0 |
| Power train | 7 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 5 | 2 |
| Seat belts | 3 | 0 |
| 9 other systems | 14 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2009 Volkswagen CC recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2019 Q3
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. If the fuel pump fails, the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2018 Q2
Driver side: inflator module
Risk. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle…
no report yet
Front: buckle assembly
Risk. IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE PASSENGER'S FRONTAL AIRBAG WILL NOT DEPLOY AND WILL NOT BE ABLE TO PROPERLY PROTECT AN OCCUPANT, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURIES.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Volkswagen.
Best & worst years
2009 vs. every other CC year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the CC median. How we score
'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2009 Volkswagen CC safety ratings
2009 Volkswagen CC 4-DR. w/SAB in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Rollover: 4 stars (11.8% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What CC owners report
Recent air bags complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
TAKATA RECALL - I HAVE RECEIVED URGENT RECALLS SINCE APRIL 2016...I HAVE BEEN DRIVING WITH A KNOWN DANGEROUS/DEADLY ISSUE FOR 34 MONTHS...I HAVE ATTEMPTED TO HAVE THE SERVICE COMPLETED, HAVE BEEN ON A WAITING LIST AT SEVERAL DEALERSHIPS, WAS PUT ON ANOTHER ONE TODAY AFTER MAKING ANOTHER CALL. HOW…
I CAN ONLY SAY THAT THE CAR HAS MANY PROBLEMS THAT I CAN LOSE MY LIFE AND I DO NOT HAVE ANSWERS FROM THE MANUFACTURER, I ONLY HAVE TO DEMAND THEM
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 VOLKSWAGEN CC. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FROM VOLKSWAGEN DATED MAY OF 2016 REGARDING THE AIR BAGS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS UNABLE TO CONFIRM WHEN THE PARTS WOULD BECOME AVAILABLE. THE…
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