2011 Chevrolet Cruze steering problems

48 complaints (7% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 55,430. 6 crashes reported.

owner complaints: 48
of this car's complaints: 7%
typical mileage: 55,430
crashes: 6
recalls: 2

Which part fails

Owners did not name a specific part.

At what mileage

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Chevrolet Cruze steering problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze steering

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Power steering loss 10

Related recalls

Steering: gear box: shaft sectorReported May 6, 2011 · 128,911 vehicles affected

What is wrong: General motors is recalling certain model year 2011 chevrolet cruze vehicles manufactured from october 2, 2009, through april 21, 2011. The bolt attaching the intermediate steering shaft to the steering gear input shaft may not have been properly installed.
Risk: This could allow the shafts to separate, resulting in the loss of steering. Loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect, and if required, repair the intermediate shaft/steering gear assembly to assure the bolt is fully seated and the shaft properly assembled. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on may 23, 2011. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438, or www.gmownercenter.com.

Recall number 11V270000 · Recall details

Steering: columnReported April 6, 2011 · 2,100 vehicles affected

What is wrong: General motors is recalling certain model year 2011 chevrolet cruze vehicles. During manufacturing the steering wheel could have been improperly fastened and may detach from the steering column.
Risk: Should the steering wheel detach from the steering column while driving, the driver could lose the ability to steer the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect to ensure that the steering wheel is assembled properly. This service will be performed for you free of charge. The safety recall began on april 7, 2011. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438, or at the owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.

Recall number 11V221000 · Recall details

What 2011 Chevrolet Cruze owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Nov 3, 2025 · Electrical, Engine · IN

When I start my vehicle and go over a certain speed it show service abs system it also makes a grinding sound when breaking before that speed is hit it also has a wobbleing steering wheel when breaking at high speeds also when accelerating it will sometimes show engine power reduced after presing the gas pedal

Filed Sep 6, 2022 · Electrical, Engine · OH

I purchased a Car on 8-11& I didn’t pick it up until 8/13 of this year . On 8/14 The electrical went out of my middle Consol starting with the radio and then down to the heating and air-conditioning buttons along with the fact that the windows would not roll down or up . When you use the Bluetooth in the car the AC shuts down and I hear a roaring sound coming from the engine as well as whenever I stop the car just jumps. There is also a sound in the steering wheel whatever it’s turned right to left

Filed Jan 5, 2021 · Airbags, Brakes · 95,000 miles · VA · crash · 1 injury

I leased a 2011 chevy cruze and had it less than 1 month. Deer were in the rd, so I slowed down, then brakes locked, I went over an embankment into a lightpole. Total loss, transported via ems to mmmhc hospital, unconscious for half hour my memory is now horrible, I have bad headaches, my back is horrible and im without a vehicle. I wasnt driving above speed limit. No collision warning and I've been to er and my dr many times

Filed Jul 1, 2020 · Electrical, Engine · 160,000 miles · GA

The 'AC off due to high engine temp' warning keeps coming on, the AC won't work and the temp gauge goes back to zero. We have had the engine coolant temp sensor replaced and the radiator temp sensor replaced also and we are still having this issue! Along with the dash and power steering goes out randomly while driving.

Filed May 3, 2020 · Steering · MD

Steering wheel is loose and moves side to side

Filed Feb 8, 2020 · Engine, Steering · 135,000 miles · CA

It leaks motor oil everytime it gets changed,theres always a huge pile of oil on the ground, I can also move the gear shift without needing to press the brake pedal . Overall its been a hassel to deal with it.

Filed Jan 3, 2020 · Driver assistance, Steering · 153,000 miles · IL

The transmission of the car is not working properly. It jumps every time I press the gas pedal and jumps when the car is on the road.

Filed Oct 4, 2019 · Driver assistance, Steering · 55,430 miles · CA

Failure to be notified of severe safety defect affecting 2.2 chevrolet vehicles 6 other recalls all specifying exact condition (the federal safety agency special coverage bulletin 14232 power steering stick slip lock up ) began experiencing intermittent lock up of steering on highway one month ago still confused under terms of special coverage warranty 10 years 150k miles gm chevrolet sr vp alicia s boler davis and ceo mary barra *dt*jb ca license xxxxxxx rev tax xxxxx xxxxxx parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Sep 24, 2019 · Steering · 130,000 miles · OK · crash

Went to turn left. Steering wouldn't turn. My son hit a fence. Back streets, hit a fence and came to a stop going about 20mph

Filed Apr 10, 2019 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 114,500 miles · KY

Takata recall. Recently while driving, my car will randomly say service stabilitrak or service traction control whenever I turn the wheel backing up but wasn't affecting the car in any way as far as I could tell. My headlights would also flicker at the same time so I figured it had to be something electrical. Yesterday while turning onto a different street and today while driving straight down a street I lost power steering.

Questions about the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze steering

Does the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze have steering problems?

Owners have filed 48 complaints about the steering of the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze, 7% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2011 Chevrolet Cruze steering problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 55,430 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze steering?

Yes, 2 recalls: 11V270000, 11V221000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Chevrolet Cruze have bad steering?

The Chevrolet Cruze model years with the most steering complaints are 2012 (103 complaints), 2014 (93 complaints) and 2013 (74 complaints).