2017 Volkswagen Cc: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2017 Volkswagen Cc: 3 recalls, 4 owner complaints and up to 25 mpg combined.
Recalls
3 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Seats Vehicle recall #17V287000 · 2017 · 23 vehicles
What's wrong: Volkswagen group of america, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016-2017 cc vehicles. Incorrect front seat head restraints (rests) May have been installed, possibly resulting in the seat occupant's head being inadequately restrained in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 202a, "head restraints."
Why it matters: If the seat occupant's head is inadequately restrained in the event of a crash, they have an increased risk of injury.
The fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seat head restraints, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2017.
Airbags Vehicle recall #19V014000 · 2019 · 119,394 vehicles
What's wrong: 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. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure May cause the inflator to explode.
Why it matters: 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.
The 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
Other / unknown Vehicle recall #21V321000 · 2021 · 46 vehicles
What's wrong: Volkswagen group of america, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 touareg gp, tiguan, golf a6, e-golf gp, ccf, 2016-2017 passat gp, 2018-2019 golf r gp, and 2018 atlas vehicles. These internal-use vehicles were sold without confirmation that they were built to all applicable regulatory requirements and May have been modified prior to sale. As such, these vehicles May fail to comply with the requirements of…
Why it matters: Vehicles that do not meet all regulatory requirements May have an increased risk of injury, crash, or fire.
The fix: Volkswagen will repurchase the vehicles. Owner notification letters were mailed May 20, 2021.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (3): the most common themes are electrical failure (2).
- Other / unknown (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Airbags (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Transmission & drivetrain (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2017 Volkswagen Cc has 4 owner complaints, ranking #9 of 10 Cc model years for complaints (well below the 98 average). Neighboring years: 2016 (26 complaints, 6 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 31 | 25 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2017 Volkswagen Cc have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recalls for the 2017 Volkswagen Cc. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2017 Volkswagen Cc problems?
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (3), other / unknown (1), airbags (1).
What gas mileage does the 2017 Volkswagen Cc get?
EPA ratings run up to 25 mpg combined (2.0 L, Automatic (AM-S6)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2017 Volkswagen Cc repair manual?
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