Issue ID | 1415909 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11035427 |
Manufacurer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
Brand | VOLKSWAGEN |
Model | CC |
Model Year | 2010 |
File date | 02/08/17 |
Component | ENGINE |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Tensioner failed. Maintenance manual says the part does not need service before 120,000 miles, but tensioner failed at 105. Many lawsuits around the country. Volkswagen updated part for newer vehicles but doesn't want to take responsilibity for previous owner https://mccunewright. Com/vw-timing-chain-tensioner-defect/ |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 105000 |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | LOS ANGELES, CA |
VIN pattern | WVWMP7AN8AEXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | N |
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Date of purchase | 26/01/25 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Vehicle speed | 20 |
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