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2017 · Volkswagen
Volkswagen CC problems
1 critical safety recall on file — the kind NHTSA opens when crashes, fires, or injuries are documented. 4 owner complaints alongside. Read those first.
Reliability score
8.4 / 10
Limited NHTSA data — only 4 complaints on file. The score reflects what's reported, but a small sample skews easily. 2 active recalls on file.
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Should you avoid this 2017 CC?
Not enough data for a verdict
Only 4 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident call. The 2 active recalls above remain authoritative; read those first.
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What owners are saying
recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
2017 CC· electrical
This is a 2017 with 45,000 miles and the radio is defective in that it changes channels by itself and the voice command function does not work. The navigation does not work either. It is distracting when driving to have the channels change non stop. Vw advised it would cost…
Vehicle was parked, returned to vehicle and headlights were on, instrument panel lights were on, as well as airbag lights, brake lights, and e-brake light was blinking. The vehicle was unresponsive to the remote and I was unable to get inside the vehicle. It was towed to the…
The DQ250 6-speed DSG (dual clutch) automatic transmission in my 2017 Volkswagen CC Executive has catastrophically failed at 37,768 miles. COMPONENT FAILURE: The mechatronic unit, the electro-hydraulic controller that manages all gear selection and clutch engagement inside the…
Tl* the contact owned a 2017 Volkswagen cc. The contact stated while driving 30-35 MPH in the rain, they crashed into the rear of an unknown vehicle. The contact struck his head on the front windshield. There were no warning lights illuminated. The air bags did not deploy. The…
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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 occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: 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. Volkswagen owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298; Audi owners may contact Audi at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69S8 (Audi) and 69Y5 (Volkswagen).
If the seat occupant's head is inadequately restrained in the event of a crash, they have an increased risk of injury.
Fix: 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.
Common questions
Is the 2017 Volkswagen CC reliable?
Limited NHTSA data. Only 4 owner complaints have been filed for the 2017 Volkswagen CC, which is not enough for a meaningful reliability score. Active recalls (if any) are listed on this page and remain authoritative — those are verified defects regardless of complaint volume. For a confident reliability read we look for at least 10 owner complaints in the federal database.
Should you avoid the 2017 Volkswagen CC?
Only 4 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident call. The 2 active recalls above remain authoritative; read those first. We don't issue a buy/avoid verdict on the 2017 Volkswagen CC without a meaningful complaint sample — doing so off a handful of filings would be guesswork.
What's the most common problem on the 2017 Volkswagen CC?
No problem area has crossed our reporting threshold yet, which is a good sign for this vehicle.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
Major repair items haven't been flagged often enough on this vehicle to single one out.
How do I check if my Volkswagen CC has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2017 Volkswagen CC?
Hard to say from NHTSA data alone with only 4 complaints on file. A quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. The decision comes down to your specific situation: vehicle cost, miles on it, how long you plan to keep it, and whether you can absorb a $3K–$8K repair without straining cashflow. With limited public data on this vehicle, lean on the recall list above and check owner forums before committing.
Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database, last synced 4 days ago. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2017/Volkswagen/CC.
Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics.
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