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Chevrolet Cruze
Data refreshed July 19, 2026
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Complaints
3,708
Active records
Recalls
26
Active records
TSBs
3,105
Active records
Filing history
Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.
Reported severity
Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.
Deaths
3
Injuries
198
Crashes
290
Fires
82
Top reported issues — Chevrolet Cruze
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Operating state
Reporting mechanism
Engine behavior
Performance issue
Condition issue
Fluid issue
Driver assistance issue
Thermal issue
Transmission/drivetrain behavior
Steering behavior
Braking behavior
Noise
Vibration/harshness
Safety restraint issue
Infotainment behavior
Electrical issue
Powering on/off behavior
Smell
Starting behavior
Safety restraint behavior
HVAC behavior
Lighting behavior
Access/entry issue
Wiper/washer behavior
Recent change
Ride/handling behavior
Communication/network issue
Charging behavior
Recent filings
The 10 most recent filings for each type.
2019 CHEVROLET CRUZE
Filed Jul 1, 2026
The brakes system didnt seem to be stopping properly almost as if i had to push really hard on the brakes to get the car to stop. Finally today, I was 1.6 car lengths behind another vehicle whom slammed their brakes on for no reason and I had to do so as well. My car would not stop, the brakes would not work causing a major accident.
2013 CHEVROLET CRUZE
Filed Jun 25, 2026
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2016 CHEVROLET CRUZE
Filed Jun 22, 2026
After 3 years of having this car it’s overheating each summer requiring the coolant system, hoses, thermostat, and water pump to be replaced each summer. As well as major oil leaking after full tune ups.
2011 CHEVROLET CRUZE
Filed Jun 19, 2026
i’m unsure if the person i bought this vehicle from had the codes wiped before selling to me, but there were NO lights on dash for 3 days after minimal driving only to work and back, then all of a sudden the check engine light came on, and in the info box it would pop up saying “service stability system” - i took to o’reiley’s to see what it was for, apparently it was the ECM (electronic computer module) which essentially controls like everything. days go by i don’t do anything more about it…
2018 CHEVROLET CRUZE
Filed Jun 18, 2026
My 2018 Chevy Cruz has developed a sticky or tacky surface discovered when I was cleaning my interior. I used warm water and soap to clean all plastics. Tried to dry off my dash with paper towels and discovered the issue . My car has been garage kept since its purchase so I have no idea as my previous vehicles never had this issue.
2014 CHEVROLET CRUZE
Filed Jun 17, 2026
Engine replaced turbo charger. Purchased the vehicle on 5/16 and a week later the engine light came on. Took the vehicle to AutoZone and received a code of P0299. Call the dealership and got no response from the salesperson so I made an appointment for 5/27. Problem was dismissed as the engine light was no longer displayed. Told to return when the light reappeared. The car stalls and the acceleration was an issue, especially for a 19 year old inexperienced driver. This put her life and…
2012 CHEVROLET CRUZE
Filed Jun 16, 2026
Was driving and my car literally wouldn't go forward. Prior to I had an oil change and I would smell burning oil
2015 CHEVROLET CRUZE
Filed Jun 13, 2026
I have replaced my whole engine and the cars fuel system.. my gas was backing into my oil along with the engine failing .. has happened again. This car has been a nightmare and just keeps failing. Strong gas and oil burning smell then car starts smoking. Had to shut it off in the middle of the road.
2016 CHEVROLET CRUZE
Filed Jun 9, 2026
Coolant system and engine fan
2012 CHEVROLET CRUZE
Filed Jun 3, 2026
My breaks do not work in reverse. Pump valve seems to be bad