Larry H. Miller Volkswagen Tucson

2012 Volkswagen CC Recall

Volkswagen CC Recall service at Larry H. Miller Volkswagen Tucson in Tucson, AZ

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Recall Summary

6 recalls found · All repairs FREE

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FREE1 OPEN RECALL

NHTSA campaign 11V312000 · Reported Jun 6, 2011 · 4 vehicles affected

Defect

VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012, CC VEHICLES, FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLES SAFETY STANDARD NO. 138, "TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)." THE FACTORY INSTALLED WHEELS AND TIRES WERE REPLACED AT THE PORT WITH ACCESSORY WHEELS AND TIRES THAT WERE NOT EQUIPPED WITH THE PROPER TPMS SENSORS.

Consequence

WITH THE INCORRECT TPMS SENSORS, DRIVERS WILL RECEIVE A CONSTANT WARNING FROM THE TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM. THE SYSTEM ALERTS THE DRIVER BUT, DUE TO INCORRECT TPMS SENSORS, THE SYSTEM CANNOT DETERMINE IF THE VEHICLE TIRES ARE PROPERLY INFLATED. THIS INCREASES THE RISK THAT THE VEHICLE WILL BE DRIVEN WITH ONE OR MORE UNDERINFLATED TIRES, INCREASING THE RISK OF A TIRE FAILURE THAT MAY LEAD TO A CRASH.

Corrective Action

VOLKSWAGEN WILL REPLACE THE TPMS SENSORS WITH THE PROPER SENSORS TO MAKE THE TPMS SYSTEM OF THE VEHICLES COMPLIANT WITH FMVSS 138. AS OF JUNE 1, 2011, VOLKSWAGEN HAS CONTACTED ALL AFFECTED CUSTOMERS TO SCHEDULE THE REPAIRS FREE OF CHARGE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987.

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Frequently Asked Questions

5 common questions answered

What recalls has NHTSA issued for the 2012 Volkswagen CC?
  • NHTSA has issued six recalls for the 2012 Volkswagen CC involving Tires, Air Bags, Fuel System, Gasoline, and Unknown or Other components.
  • The tire recall involves incorrect TPMS sensors and unreliable tire-pressure warnings.
  • The three air-bag recalls involve inflator rupture or explosion and a possible loss of driver’s frontal air-bag connection.
  • The gasoline fuel-system recall involves a fuel-pump control module that may fail and stall the engine.
  • The Unknown or Other recall involves modifications that may affect regulatory compliance and increase crash, fire, or injury risk.
How do I check if my 2012 Volkswagen CC has an open recall?
  • You can check your 2012 Volkswagen CC with its VIN at NHTSA.gov or receive a free VIN check at our service department.
  • Our team can identify open recalls and explain the manufacturer’s specified remedy.
How much does a 2012 Volkswagen CC recall repair cost?
  • A 2012 Volkswagen CC recall repair costs nothing to the owner when completed by an authorized dealer as the manufacturer’s remedy.
  • Contact our service department before paying an independent shop for work that may qualify as a free recall repair.
Can an independent shop fix a 2012 Volkswagen CC recall?
  • No; only an authorized franchise dealer performs the manufacturer remedy at no charge.
  • Authorized Volkswagen technicians use manufacturer diagnostic tools and follow Volkswagen repair procedures.
Does an open recall affect the trade-in value of the 2012 Volkswagen CC?
  • Buyers and dealers check recall status, so completing an open recall can support a smoother trade-in evaluation; visit our trade-in page to get started.
  • Resolve eligible recall repairs before discussing your vehicle’s next step with our team.

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