Most common 2013 Volkswagen CC problems
Share of the 148 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Volkswagen CC complaints by model year
Best CC years: 2017, 2016, 2015. Years to avoid: 2010, 2012, 2013, 2009. Compare all years →
2013 Volkswagen CC recalls (5)
Unknown or other
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.
Air bags › Frontal › Driver side › Inflator module
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Volkswagen CC, 2010-2014 Golf, 2010-2014 Eos, 2007-2010 Passat Sedan and Wagon, and 2012-2014 Passat vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.
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 16, 2018.
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
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.
Air bags › Frontal › Driver side › Inflator module
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Golf, 2007-2010 Passat sedans and wagon, 2012-2014 Passat sedan and Eos, 2009-2014 CC, 2009-2012 Audi Q5, 2010-2012 S5 Cabriolet and 2010-2012 Audi A5 Cabriolet vehicles.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflators, free of charge. Volkswagen issued an interim notification to owners on April 12, 2016, and will send a second notification…
Air bags › Frontal
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Volkswagen CC, and Passat, 2010-2013 Eos, 2011-2014 Golf, GTI, Jetta, and Tiguan, and 2012-2014 Jetta Sportwagen vehicles.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a protective cover over the steering wheel clock spring if the air bag light is off.
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into 3 possible defects involving the 2013 Volkswagen CC:
Air Bag Clockspring Failure
In August 2015, Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) launched Safety Recall 15V-483 to address the loss of the protection provided by the front driver air bag in several models due to the failure of the clockspring.Debris entry into the steering wheel hub can result in contamination and ultimately failure of the clockspring in 2010-2014 Model Year (MY) CC, Passat, Eos, Golf, GTI, Tiguan, Jetta and Jetta…
Air Bag Clockspring Failure
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened an investigation based on consumer allegations of steering wheel clock spring/steering column control module (SCCM) failures in model year (MY) 2012 Volkswagen Passat and CC models.The SCCM is a module within the steering column that incorporates a spiral conductor (a ribbon cable) to electrically connect the steering wheel to the vehicle's electrical system while…
Air Bag Clockspring Failure
In August 2015, Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) launched Safety Recall 15V-483 to address the loss of the protection provided by the front driver air bag in several models due to the failure of the clockspring.Debris entry into the steering wheel hub can result in contamination and ultimately failure of the clockspring in 2010-2014 Model Year (MY) CC, Passat, Eos, Golf, GTI, Tiguan, Jetta and Jetta…
What 2013 Volkswagen CC owners say
Air bags all 89 →
The contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen CC. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the air bag warning light would remain illuminated and the horn would not operate. In addition, the cruise control was inoperable. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 15V483000 (Air Bags). The contact indicated that the vehicle had experienced the same failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 115,000.
The contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen CC. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated. Additionally, the horn was inoperable. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who informed the contact that no fault codes were retrieved. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 79,652.
Engine & cooling all 20 →
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen CC. While driving approximately 35 MPH, the engine stalled without warning. After several attempts, the vehicle restarted. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where the diagnosis was unknown. The contact stated while driving at an unknown speed, the brake pedal was depressed however, the vehicle accelerate causing the vehicle to crash into a grocery store. A police report was filed. The contact sustained injuries to her hand that did not require medical attention. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where the diagnosis was unknown. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 14,200.
I own a 2013 vc CC with about 76,000 miles on it. Car is an excellent condition and is still pretty new when suddenly my car began to shut off while driving. There were no progression of problems. The issue occurred suddenly. While driving on the road or while stationary at a red light, all the sudden while attempting to accelerate, the car would begin jerking and the engine would just rev up as if the car was in neutral position until eventually shutting off and parking and engine indicator lights would turn on. If I was stopped at a light in drive position, the parking light would suddenly turn on and I would have no mobility of the vehicle. The car would still be on, but would not move. I would have to position it in park, restart the vehicle and it would jump start before the same problem occurred again and again and again. …
Fuel & propulsion system
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen CC. The contact stated that NHTSA campaign number: 17V509000 (fuel system, gasoline) exceeded a reasonable amount of time for repair. The vehicle exhibited the failure when the contact attempted to reverse and the vehicle stalled. The failure was experienced several times. The vehicle was taken to Volkswagen of south charlotte (9900 south boulevard, charlotte, north carolina 28273, [phone]) several times for the failure, but a diagnostic failure code was unable to be found. The dealer informed the contact that the failure was a result of NHTSA campaign number: 17V509000 (fuel system, gasoline). The dealer also informed the contact that the parts were unavailable for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 54,379. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen CC. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced a complete loss of power. In addition, the vehicle experienced excessive battery drain and various warning indicators illluminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 17V509000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The vehicle was towed to sonnen Volkswagen (francisco blvd w, san rafael, ca) where it was diagnosed that the spark plugs were defective and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and provided case number: 171805804. The failure mileage was approximately 62,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
2013 Volkswagen CC engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 6-speed dual-clutch | FWD | 22 / 31 / 25 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 6-speed manual | FWD | 21 / 32 / 25 |
| 3.6L 6-cyl | 6-speed automatic | FWD | 17 / 27 / 21 |
| 3.6L 6-cyl | 6-speed automatic | AWD | 17 / 25 / 20 |
EPA ratings. Class: Compact car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2013 Volkswagen CC a good car?
Based on 148 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2013 CC rates use caution: 1.8× as many complaints as a typical year of the CC at the same age. It is one of the CC years we suggest avoiding. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2013 Volkswagen CC?
The air bags — 89 complaints, 60% of all complaints for this model year, most often about frontal › driver clockspring/spiral cassette. Next are the engine & cooling (20) and fuel & propulsion system (19).
How many recalls does the 2013 Volkswagen CC have?
There are 5 recalls for the 2013 Volkswagen CC, the most recent from May 16, 2018 (unknown or other). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Volkswagen CC?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2017, 2016 and 2015. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2010, 2012, 2013 and 2009. See the full Volkswagen CC years comparison.
At what mileage do 2013 Volkswagen CC problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 48,000 miles; 57% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.