Weaknesses of the Volkswagen Passat CC: the main breakdowns and malfunctions

Volkswagen Passat CC first appeared on the market in 2008. The car belongs to the «comfort coupe» class, it can be called a four-door sedan. In 2011, refined its already attractive design with a touch of «sportiness» and improved the equipment. Since 2016, this model has not been produced. But these cars are still in operation, and quite successfully. What are the weaknesses of the Volkswagen Passat CC?

The box with the robot system

No matter how much the German engineers praise this gearbox, but users complain about its shortcomings. And the faults are different: problems with the clutch, mechatronic. DCG makes Volkswagen Passat CC drivers nervous. If there is no manufacturer's warranty on this part, you should get ready for unexpected costs.

Front suspension silent blocks and stabilizer struts

This is the weak point of all models of the Volkswagen Passat CC line. The silent blocks deteriorate quickly on rough roads. To conserve this detail, on poor roads move at low speed. Choose a smoother road, if possible.

Stabilizer rods for the same reasons also have to be replaced frequently. It is less costly than upgrading the silent blocks, but it is unpleasant that malfunctions occur.

Weak paintwork

Volkswagen Passat CC is painted with not the highest quality paint. It is easy to form chips on the surface. Most often they occur in the area of wheel arches. It is worth checking the condition of the paint layer throughout the body, otherwise there will be rust and deterioration of the metal base.

Increased oil consumption

In Volkswagen Passat CC models, the 1.8-liter gasoline-powered engine eats a good deal of oil. The documentation for the car specifies consumption of up to 1 liter per 10,000 km, but in fact it can be 2-3 times higher. The higher is the mileage, the higher is the oil consumption. It can not be helped, it can not be corrected.

Capricious Electrics

The Volkswagen Passat CC electrical system is very sensitive to external factors: temperature fluctuations, frost, humidity. In frosty terrain, you should be prepared for malfunctions with the rearview camera, power windows, parking sensors, and light bulbs in the headlights.

Additional weaknesses of Volkswagen Passat CC according to users

Owners of this model of the car pay attention to such its shortcomings:

• The interior takes a long time to warm up and quickly cools down.
• Glasses freeze to the door sealing rubbers, because there are no window frames.
• The clearance is low.
• The regular speakers of the audio system with low service life.
• Driver's seat with low seating. Not comfortable for everyone.
• View of the road is reduced because of the wide roof pillar over the head.
• The car is picky about fuel and lubricants.

The developers of the Volkswagen Passat CC managed to create a reliable car with an 8 out of 10 rating. The car turned out to be attractive. If the owner lives in an area with good roads and moderate climate, some of the possible problems will probably not occur.