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2013 Volkswagen CC

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2013 Volkswagen CC is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 230 on record.

2013 Volkswagen CC — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2013 Volkswagen CC at a glance

Safety recalls5
Owner complaints148
Combined24 mpg
Typical price$15,432

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2013 Volkswagen CC recalls 5

Unknown Or Other NHTSA Campaign #18V329000 · 16/05/2018

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. Modifications made while the vehicles were in an internal evaluation period may cause the affected vehicles to not comply with all of the applicable regulatory requirements.

Fix: 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. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298.

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…

Air Bags:frontal NHTSA Campaign #15V483000 · 04/08/2015

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. In the affected vehicles, debris may contaminate the air bag clock spring, a spiral wound, flat cable that keeps the air bag powered while the steering wheel is being turned. This contamination may tear th…

Fix: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a protective cover over the steering wheel clock spring if the air bag light is off. If the airbag light is on and the steering wheel clock spring requires replacement, dealers will install a new steering wheel clock spring. These repairs wi…

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.

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.

2013 Volkswagen CC common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 148 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

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.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
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.
Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

2013 Volkswagen CC safety ratings

Rollover★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2013 Volkswagen CC 4 DR FWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2013 Volkswagen CC MPG & running costs

Combined24 mpg
City20 mpg
Highway30 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,233

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

What's a 2013 Volkswagen CC worth?

Low
$12,450
Typical price
$15,432
High
$18,600

From 229 comparable 2013 Volkswagen CC listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2013 Volkswagen CC costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$16,165
Depreciation (5 yrs)$8,550
Total$24,715
Per mile$0.33

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($15,432) with the same model 4 model-years older ($8,610), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2013 Volkswagen CC trims & engines on record

Trims
R-Line PZEV · Sport · R-Line · Sportline · Lux · Lux PZEV · Highline · VR6 4Motion Executive · VR6 Lux · V6 Executive Luxury
Engines
2.5L 5-cyl 170 hp · 2.0L 4-cyl 200 hp · 3.6L 6-cyl 280 hp

2013 Volkswagen CC vehicles on record

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Other Volkswagen CC model years

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2013 Volkswagen CC — frequently asked questions

Does the 2013 Volkswagen CC have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2013 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 2013 Volkswagen CC?

Based on 148 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, electrical system, engine.

What is the 2013 Volkswagen CC safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2013 Volkswagen CC crash-test ratings of rollover 4★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

What gas mileage does the 2013 Volkswagen CC get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2013 Volkswagen CC at about 24 mpg combined (20 city / 30 highway).

How much is a 2013 Volkswagen CC worth?

Comparable 2013 Volkswagen CC listings run roughly $12,450–$18,600, typically around $15,432 (from 229 vehicles).

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