Chevrolet Cruze years to avoid
More than twice the Cruze's typical complaint count for a model year.
Best Chevrolet Cruze years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
Chevrolet Cruze complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Chevrolet Cruze problems
All model years combined.
- Engine1,393
- Electrical762
- Transmission682
- Driver assistance393
- Brakes378
- Steering375
- Fuel system272
- Airbags261
- Acceleration238
- Visibility175
- Body93
- Lights78
Most reported problems on the Chevrolet Cruze
Check engine light 494Overheating 258Stalling 251Loss of power 216Fire or smoke 121No deployment 104Wipers 103Hesitation 93Won't start 89Power steering loss 76Brake failure 70Transmission failure 56Won't shift 47Slipping 26Door locks 25Harsh shifting 23
Chevrolet Cruze problems year by year
Tap a year to see its problems, recalls and what owners say.
| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 89 | 23 | Transmission | 10,000 | 2 | 4 | |
| 2018 | 83 | 109 | Engine | 24,500 | 3 | 17 | |
| 2017 | 79 | 203 | Engine | 28,751 | 2 | 8 | |
| 2016 | 73 | 250 | Engine | 56,639 | 4 | 19 | |
| 2015 | 73 | 254 | Engine | 55,000 | 4 | 20 | |
| 2014 | 31 | 704 | Engine | 53,000 | 10 | 70 | Avoid |
| 2013 | 42 | 587 | Engine | 51,350 | 5 | 54 | Avoid |
| 2012 | 26 | 865 | Engine | 54,500 | 7 | 62 | Avoid |
| 2011 | 32 | 733 | Engine | 55,000 | 7 | 38 | Avoid |
| 2010 | 95 | 2 | Airbags | 0 | 0 |
Recalls 26
Chevrolet Cruze warranty extensions
Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.
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Questions about the Chevrolet Cruze
What years of the Chevrolet Cruze should you avoid?
2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014. Each has more than twice the Chevrolet Cruze's typical number of owner complaints for a model year; 2012 alone has 865, mostly about engine and electrical.
What is the best year for a used Chevrolet Cruze?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the Chevrolet Cruze?
Engine, with 1,393 complaints across all years, followed by electrical (762) and transmission (682).
How many recalls does the Chevrolet Cruze have?
26 recalls between 2010 and 2019. The 2014 model year has the most, with 10.
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