2011 Chevrolet Cruze: excessive oil consumption

Filed Apr 29, 2025 · Engine · 67,000 miles · KS

The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the RPM increased and there was a burning oil odor on the interior of the vehicle. No warning light was illuminated. The contact stopped and parked the vehicle. The contact performed an inspection under the hood and when the oil cap was removed, the contact noticed a whistling sound. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a failed intake manifold. The contact was informed that the intake manifold needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 67,000.

Filed Nov 19, 2019 · Engine · 110,000 miles · MD

Multiple issues with pcv system causing car to run rough. This issue is a known issue affecting almost all cruzes worldwide that gm refuses to fix. Has not been repaired due to costs. This also can cause oil leaks which can start a fire.

Filed Jul 16, 2018 · Fuel system, Transmission · NJ

1. Each time I get an oil change, the car smells like it's burning oil and it's really strong. 2. Had to replace the gas cap as it became stripped causing engine light to come on. Replaced with correct cap, light went out. Filled call with fuel, light came back on, now showing codes.

Filed Mar 21, 2018 · Brakes, Engine · 140,000 miles · WI

I bought the 2011 chevrolet cruz in 2014, I used the car primarily for work so throughout the first few years I didn't notice anything strange as it remained parked most the time. When I did start driving it as a primary vehicle the first issue I had was the clutch and gear system seemed to be touchy when the car was in park, resorting to me using the emergency brake every time I would park it. At the time it didn't seem to be a big issue as it became a habit. In 2016 shortly after this my oil consumption and turbo failed, and the vehicles exhaust started blowing blue smoke and the car lost all power. As this was a new car I took it to a mechanic and had vehicles turbo replaced. Just over a year later in 2018 the vehicle is exhibiting the exact same effects such as removing and replacing the eco,1.4l engine, turbocharger, evacuate and replace air conditioning system, and transfer of the fuel and electrical assemblies and engine mounts. I'm almost certain this car is defective and needs to be recalled.

Filed Apr 27, 2017 · Steering, Visibility · 82,000 miles · OH

Steering rod issue, steering wheel feels loose while driving especially when on the highway over 50 MPH . Several issues with coolant/ car overheating/ overheated and gauge flew rapidly to hot, driving about 40 MPH and had to pull over and turn off car - call tow truck. This happened twice, supposedly fixed but still smells of burning oil. Drive side windshield stopped working while driving about 65 MPH on busy highway -possible problem with the motor because the other one works fine. All very dangerous issues.

Filed Oct 21, 2014 · Engine, Transmission · 63,000 miles · MI

Oil leakage on top of engine, smell of burning oil, loud sound of vehicle, car misfires.

Filed Dec 8, 2013 · Acceleration, Brakes · 51,100 miles · MN

1.4 liter 2011 cruze heater blowing cool air. Gm inspection done on 10/17/13 and they said everything was good. They told me not to worry about the intermittent check engine light that keeps coming on. This happened within two weeks. We added a almost a quart of coolant following the directions in the owners manual. Now a month later it is a quart low again blowing cool air from the heater and a strong sweet smell permeates the car. The car also fails to properly brake at times and gain speed at times. It has stalled while idling at stoplights. There is a oily residue on the plastic shield located near the oil pan.

Filed Dec 23, 2012 · Engine · 43,000 miles · OK

We had purchased the vehicle just 8 months ago, was not purchased new, but was new used..still under warranty..we received the recall. Had an oil change and detail to do anyhow, so took it in to where we bought the vehicle. They did the oil change, supposed recall fix and supposed detail. Our vehicle was still under warranty at the time of the oil change. 36000. As we drove, started smelling burning oil...never occurred before. Opened hood and noticed an oil leak below the vehicle into the engine shield. Being out of warranty by that time, we did nothing. Just figured they did an improper oil change and it was leaking. Today, we discovered while checking the oil that it had gas in the oil chamber. In pulling the dip stick out, it leaked all over the engine..I quickly smelled of it, smelled like gas. My husband drained it, as we were four hours from home, replaced the oil with new. When we returned home, checked oil. 1/3 quart of gas had contained itself in the oil chamber on our small road trip. So, now we have a 2011. 43,000 mile new car with gas in engine oil and leaking.. Any suggestions??

Filed Apr 4, 2012 · Engine · 1,300 miles · KY

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 chevrolet cruze. The contact was traveling 20 MPH and noticed a burning oil smell coming from the front end of the vehicle. Moments later, the contact noticed flames coming from the front end of the vehicle. The fire department was called to extinguish the fire and no one was injured during the failure. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where the contact was awaiting a diagnosis of the failure. The VIN was not available. The current and failure mileages were 1,300.