Model year guide

2009 Volkswagen CC

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2009 Volkswagen CC is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 62 on record.

2009 Volkswagen CC — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2009 Volkswagen CC at a glance

Safety recalls4
Owner complaints136
Combined23 mpg
Typical price$8,610

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2009 Volkswagen CC recalls 4

Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #18V148000 · 06/03/2018

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.

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 16, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69Q9. Note: This …

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump NHTSA Campaign #17V509000 · 16/08/2017

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.

Fix: 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. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20AE.

Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #16V078000 · 10/02/2016

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. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.

Fix: 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 when parts are available. Volkswagen will notify owners again once parts are a…

Seat Belts:front:buckle Assembly NHTSA Campaign #09V097000 · 24/03/2009

VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING APPROXIMATELY 5,000 MY 2009 CC VEHICLES. SOME AFFECTED VEHICLES MAY HAVE AN INCORRECTLY ROUTED RIGHT FRONT PASSENGER SEAT BELT BUCKLE WIRING HARNESS, CREATING THE POTENTIAL FOR WIRES TO BECOME DAMAGED WHEN THE SEAT IS MOVED FULLY UP OR DOWN OR BACK AND FORTH. IF THIS WIRING DAMAGE OCCURS, THE AIRBAG CONTROL MODULE WILL SWITCH TO A FALLBACK ALGORITHM AND DEACTIVATE THE PASSENGER'S FRONTAL AI…

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND ADJUST THE ROUTING OF THE RIGHT FRONT PASSENGER SEAT BELT WIRING HARNESS. IF A DAMAGED WIRING HARNESS IS FOUND, THE HARNESS WILL BE REPLACED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING APRIL 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2009 Volkswagen CC common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 136 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

2009 Volkswagen CC MPG & running costs

Combined23 mpg
City19 mpg
Highway29 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,317

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2009 Volkswagen CC worth?

Low
$4,995
Typical price
$8,610
High
$11,400

From 62 comparable 2009 Volkswagen CC listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2009 Volkswagen CC costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$16,585
Fuel only$16,585
Per mile$0.22

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2009 Volkswagen CC trims & engines on record

Trims
Sport · Luxury · VR6 4Motion · VR6 Sport
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl 200 hp · 3.6L 6-cyl 280 hp

2009 Volkswagen CC vehicles on record

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Other Volkswagen CC model years

2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010

2009 Volkswagen CC — frequently asked questions

Does the 2009 Volkswagen CC have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2009 Volkswagen CC. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2009 Volkswagen CC?

Based on 136 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, fuel/propulsion system, electrical system.

What gas mileage does the 2009 Volkswagen CC get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2009 Volkswagen CC at about 23 mpg combined (19 city / 29 highway).

How much is a 2009 Volkswagen CC worth?

Comparable 2009 Volkswagen CC listings run roughly $4,995–$11,400, typically around $8,610 (from 62 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.