Is the 2017 VOLKSWAGEN CC safe to drive?

The 2017 VOLKSWAGEN CC has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

What is the SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT recall for the 2017 VOLKSWAGEN CC? (Campaign #17V287000)

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016-2017 CC vehicles. Incorrect front seat head restraints (rests) may have been installed, possibly resulting in the seat occupant's head being inadequately restrained in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 202a, "Head Restraints." If the seat occupant's head is inadequately restrained in the event of a crash, they have an increased risk of injury. Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seat head restraints, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 72G5.

2017 VOLKSWAGEN CC Seats Recalls

2017 VOLKSWAGEN CC SEATS Recalls

1 recall Highest severity: Low Priority

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service for SEATS issues.

Component

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

Manufacturer

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

What Happened

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016-2017 CC vehicles. Incorrect front seat head restraints (rests) may have been installed, possibly resulting in the seat occupant's head being inadequately restrained in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 202a, "Head Restraints."

Risk if Unfixed

If the seat occupant's head is inadequately restrained in the event of a crash, they have an increased risk of injury.

Free Fix

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seat head restraints, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 72G5.

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2017 VOLKSWAGEN CC SEATS Recalls

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

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2017 VOLKSWAGEN CC SEATS Recalls

SEATS Safety Recalls

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

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