NHTSA Data Explorer

Chevrolet Cruze Limited

Data refreshed August 27, 2026

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Complaints

3,713

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

200

Crashes

292

Fires

82

Top reported issues — Chevrolet Cruze Limited

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Operating state

1,537

Reporting mechanism

1,144

Engine behavior

811

Performance issue

704

Condition issue

664

Fluid issue

521

Driver assistance issue

479

Thermal issue

449

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

405

Steering behavior

365

Braking behavior

352

Noise

294

Vibration/harshness

292

Safety restraint issue

282

Infotainment behavior

263

Electrical issue

255

Powering on/off behavior

252

Smell

218

Starting behavior

179

Safety restraint behavior

169

HVAC behavior

155

Lighting behavior

115

Access/entry issue

106

Wiper/washer behavior

81

Recent change

61

Ride/handling behavior

44

Communication/network issue

11

Charging behavior

1

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2016 CHEVROLET CRUZE

Filed Aug 24, 2026


Manufacturer: General Motors / Chevrolet Vehicle: 2016 Chevrolet Cruze LT (VIN: [XXX]) Corporate Case Number: XXX Nature of Dispute: Premature mechanical failure of a major drivetrain assembly and administrative bad faith. Factual Timeline: Initial Failure & Prior Liability: At 51,490 miles, the vehicle suffered a mechanical failure of the turbocharger assembly. General Motors acknowledged defect awareness and prior liability by funding a $1,000 payout to complete the repair. Premature…

2014 CHEVROLET CRUZE

Filed Aug 21, 2026


For the first question, I’d strengthen it to: The vehicle has experienced repeated engine and engine-cooling system failures, including recurring overheating and coolant loss. Over approximately the past year, I have had to replace or repair numerous components, including the radiator, thermostat housing, temperature sensor, water outlet, turbocharger/turbocharger components, O-rings, multiple oil seals, and the head gasket. I have also had other cooling and engine components repaired,…

2014 CHEVROLET CRUZE

Filed Aug 14, 2026


1 injured
Crash

My transmission blew up. My airbags did not deploy. And neither of my brakes or emergency brakes worked. I was in a car accident where I hit another car in a tree and was admitted into the hospital as I am pregnant.

2014 CHEVROLET CRUZE

Filed Aug 13, 2026


The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated that while attempting to move the gear shifter, the vehicle hesitated while shifting into neutral(N) or drive(D) as intended, and there was an abnormal sound coming from underneath the vehicle. No warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the failure had reoccurred. The vehicle was towed to a local independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed and determined that the transmission needed to be replaced. The local dealer was…

2014 CHEVROLET CRUZE

Filed Aug 6, 2026


1 injured
Crash

The contact owned a 2014 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, a Chevrolet Impala crashed into the rear of the vehicle, causing the vehicle to fishtail and flip over several times and land upside down in the woods. The contact stated that the air bags deployed and exploded. The contact stated that the air bags obstructed the exit out of the vehicle. There was an unknown yellow warning light illuminated. There was a strong fuel odor coming from the vehicle. The driver…

2019 CHEVROLET CRUZE

Filed Jul 1, 2026


Crash

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.

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Updated August 27, 2026. Refreshed nightly.