2013 Volkswagen CC electrical problems

Filed Apr 14, 2023 · Airbags, Electrical · CA

While I was driving I notice my steering wheel making a crumbling of plastic noise when I made any kind of turn . A few days later my Airbag error lamp started to blink. I parked and restarted my engine then the airbag became solid . My dash read “Airbag Error” . I notice all my steering wheel buttons do not work . Came home and neither does my horn . My car has never been in accident , but I feel it’s a safety hazard . I’m basically driving mute and I’m sure my airbag will not deploy in case of accident . Also, Vw does have a recall on the Clock spring but was never completed due to not hearing back from manufacturer . That was a few years back and do not understand how recalls work , but a recall was started for a reason and NOT completed. Is that even possible? This a serious safety issue if I’m in an accident without an Airbag . Also the horn will not work in case to warn other drivers of a possible fatal hazard

Filed Jul 22, 2022 · Airbags, Electrical · 79,652 miles · SC

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.

Filed Jul 23, 2019 · Electrical · 77,000 miles · FL

Regarding the ongoing investiagtion for failed replacement of the clock spring recall. (the federal safety agency action number: ea18003). Two weeks ago, while turning into a parking spot my steering wheel made a discerning clicking sound. After returning to my car I noticed an airbag error as well as all controls on the steering wheel not functioning including the horn. Since then these problems have remained. I have checking my VIN to see if the previous owner had the clock spring replaced for the recall but there are none. I presume that the replacement clock spring is faulty just like the one that was replaced.

Filed Jul 16, 2019 · Electrical, Transmission · 49,391 miles · VA

While driving in rush hour traffic at 43 to 50 MPH, vehicle suddenly loss ability to move while engine was still running, (like it had been switched to neutral). The engine just revved as the car came to a stop on the highway without warning. The park brake light came on and the drive indicator light started flashing. This was a very unsafe condition while other drivers were blowing and yelling at me for blocking traffic. After sitting for about 7 to 10 minutes the vehicle was restarted and drove normally.

Filed Aug 14, 2018 · Electrical, Engine · 95,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 volkswagen cc. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, the vehicle started to shake with the check engine and epc (electronic power control) warning lights illuminated. The contact coasted to the side of the road powered off the engine. The vehicle was restarted and the contact was able to drive the vehicle to his residence. The failure reoccurred. The vehicle was later taken to volkswagen of oakland dealer (2740 broadway, oakland, ca 94610, (866) 920-4215) where it was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 95,000.

Filed Jan 23, 2018 · Electrical, Engine · 49,000 miles · NJ

Car has stalled 2x while driving on a highway. When trying to accelerate, the car will buck and hesitate at about 2k to 3k RPM and have virtually 0 acceleration. The epc light will kick on and then the car has slower acceleration but it does not buck and hesitate. The issue happens when the car is cold and warming up. When the car stalled, I was downshifting, and then the battery light came on. The car just died. Had to pull over and then restart the car. The car would then buck and hesitate again until the epc light came on. I am afraid this will happen when crossing a road and cause an accident.

Filed Jan 5, 2018 · Airbags, Electrical · MD

I have a recall on my vehicle recall number 17v509 and 16v078

Filed Nov 12, 2017 · Electrical, Fuel system · 124,000 miles · GA

As of november 2017 my volkswagen cc has become inoperable and a safety hazard due to the fuel pump control module - recall 20ae. At any given time why driving my car will completely shut off in traffic daily/consistently. Notices were sent out to us in october about recall but still says no repair information available at this time. Dealer has yet to resolve issue. Under my rights it's unfair and I should have to pay for this to be fixed in which there is a pending recall. This is a very urgent matter which should not be stalled off nor delayed any longer. Can someone please assist me immediately with getting the proper repairs and my vehicle being fixed. Thanks, [xxx]- volkswagen owner information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).'

Filed Oct 8, 2017 · Electrical · 34,479 miles · LA

My car has 34,495 miles. I got a backup light out msg on the dash, tried to change the bulb but would not stay in bracket. Then I got a parking light out msg. Now my truck opens when I start the car and will not lock unless the engine is off. Read issues on wiring harness. Called the dealer and got no sense of knowledge on the issue. Service department transferred me to parts. I was told the harness is $121 and must be ordered. I informed them I wanted the dealer to make repair so parts transferred me back to service where I got voice mail. No reply received from message left with service. This must be a design flaw, it should be simple to wrap the wires in a plastic shield.

Filed Aug 17, 2017 · Electrical · 80,000 miles · MD

My back up lights don't work and my trunk wont open. I brought new light and they still wont come on. The trunk wont open from the remote or the door. I have to put down my back seat and use the emergency open latch to open the trunk. I took it to the dealer and the picture below is the problem the trunk wiring harness has a few wires broken and was told it couldn't be fix it had to be replaced. This seems to be a problem that a few of these cars have had why hasn't there been a recall. I could have been in an accident not knowing my back up light wasn't working.