2012 Volkswagen CC vs 2014 Volkswagen CC
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2012 Volkswagen CC | 2014 Volkswagen CC |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 230 | 80 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 986 | 990 |
| Investigations | 3 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 11 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24–25 | 25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 70,000 mi | 34,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Volkswagen CC | Volkswagen CC |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 86 | 52 |
| Engine | 64 | 6 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 58 | 12 |
| Electrical System | 38 | 10 |
| Steering | 12 | 5 |
| Power Train | 11 | 1 |
| Wheels | 10 | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 8 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 35 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 16 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 10 | 5 |
| Loss of power | 9 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 7 | 0 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 7 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 0 |
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.