NHTSA Data Explorer

Chevrolet Cruze Limited

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 Limited

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Operating state

1,535

Reporting mechanism

1,143

Engine behavior

809

Performance issue

702

Condition issue

663

Fluid issue

520

Driver assistance issue

479

Thermal issue

448

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

404

Steering behavior

365

Braking behavior

351

Noise

293

Vibration/harshness

292

Safety restraint issue

280

Infotainment behavior

263

Electrical issue

255

Powering on/off behavior

252

Smell

217

Starting behavior

179

Safety restraint behavior

167

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.

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


Hh

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

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Updated July 19, 2026. Refreshed nightly.