2012 Chevrolet Cruze: grinding or squealing brakes

Filed Apr 11, 2019 · 66,000 miles · MI

I have a 2012 chevy cruze 6 speed manual transmission. When driving and barley accelerating in 3rd gear it grinds and pops out of gear. Only 3rd gear no other issues!

Filed Apr 5, 2015 · Steering · 23,000 miles · IN

This is my second complaint on this vehicle for the same problem. At low speeds the car makes a grinding noise that can be felt when taking off and turning. It has gotten worse and occasionally it can be felt when I am not even turning. This needs to be addressed before it turns into something serious.

Filed Mar 26, 2015 · Steering · 44,600 miles · IN

At low speeds, when turning, there is a grinding sensation in the steering wheel and can be felt in the floorboard. After taking this to the dealer twice, I was told it was the steering column. My extended warranty does not cover a "noise" and gm will not cover an issue if there is an extended warranty. I was told that changing out a $400+ part might not make a difference, and the noise could return again.

Filed Dec 9, 2014 · Steering · IN

At low speeds, when turning, there is a grinding sensation in the steering wheel and can be felt in the floorboard. I have taken the vehicle to the dealership and they were unable to reproduce the problem. It only occurs after the car has been sitting for over 15 minute and has a chance to cool down.

Filed Jun 26, 2014 · Brakes · 9,700 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 chevrolet cruze. The contact stated that the vehicle would make a very loud squealing noise when engaging the brakes. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the brake shoe kit and rear passenger brake drum needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the remedy failed to address the problem. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 9,700 and the current mileage was 10,765.

Filed Jun 23, 2014 · Transmission · 10,100 miles · MA

I hit the gas pedal hard to merge into traffic, the car did not go. I heard squealing tires, turns out it was my tires squealing. The turbo kicked in and catapulted my car into traffic. I was able to steer to the right, to avoid hitting anyone or getting hit, but I was forced up against construction barrels to avoid a collision.

Filed May 24, 2014 · Engine, Fuel system · 12,000 miles · GA

This car has had several problems. They have had to replace a vacuum pump, the engine shield recall, the brakes stick, there is a horrible smell of hot transmission fluid constantly, the transmission coolant lines have been replaced, a pump above the fuel tank has been replaced, the car surges and causes the RPM gauge to bounce, the axles have had leaks fixed, the exterior trunk button doesn't work, driving down the road it sounds like a plastic bottle is stuck inside the passenger side front door, some times after putting the key in the ignition it won't turn, the suspension system pops and cracks, the axle squeals, shifts at inappropriate times or not when it is supposed to, the back up sensor will beep when nothing is there some times, doesn't feel like there is any pressure behind the brakes some times, and smoke row out from under the hood when stopped at stop lights some times. I think that is every thing but it has been a constant nightmare. I am guessing on miles and dates, but it was not very long after I got it brand new that it started having problems. When I started having shifting and leaks in the transmission, the dealership couldn't figure out what was wrong, I had to point out the leak myself and then he said he would get the parts ordered and they would be in within 3 days. 2 weeks later I called gm, then it was within a week I was contacted by the dealer that they had the parts, after gm said someone would contact me within 48 hours. This has been such a hassle I am now vehicle shopping and will not purchase another chevrolet.

Filed Jan 23, 2014 · Brakes · MN · crash · 1 injury

2012 chevrolet cruze. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle brake failure. *smd on november 13, 2013, the consumer merged into to stop and go traffic. Shortly after merging, another motorist applied his/her brakes. The consumer applied pressure to the brake, but nothing happened. There was no catch, no grinding,and no deceleration as the brake was applied. Consequently, the consumer rear ended the vehicle in front of her. The consumer stated the brakes failed to engage. However, no problem was found and according to the black box in the vehicle, the brakes were operational at the time of the accident. The consumer received a recall notice, a month before the accident. However, the parts were not available.

Filed Jun 5, 2013 · Brakes · 4,800 miles · AZ

When coming to a stop you hear a squealing sound coming from the right passenger side tire, they say its not an issue but just a nuisance noise,, but as it keeps getting worse the brake is now not releasing when we try and go after coming to a stop. We have also notices it does this alot more on hotter days than it does on a cooler day, I know we are not the only one with this problem, I have found complaints about the same problems on theses sites http://www.cruzetalk.com/forum/34-1-4l-turbo/6326-brake-catching-sound.html and this one from chevy http://www.chevroletcruzeforum.com/index.php?/topic/1900-noise-from-suspension-when-braking/ please look into this problem before more people end up getting hurt or injured.

Filed Mar 23, 2013 · 5,000 miles · DC

Squeak in left rear wheel area when braking at and under 20mph. Dealer couldn't find problem.

Filed Jan 22, 2013 · Brakes · 9,500 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 chevrolet cruise. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, a loud squeaking noise was emitted from the vehicle when engaging the brake pedal. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer twice for the same problem. The technician duplicated the problem however, he was unable to provide a remedy repair. The manufacturer was notified of the defect and informed the contact that there was not a safety issue regarding the brakes. The approximate failure mileage was 9,500.

Filed Oct 12, 2012 · Brakes · 800 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 chevrolet cruze. The contact stated that whenever the brakes were engaged it would make a loud grinding noise. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for inspection who refused to repair the vehicle since the manufacturer did not authorize them to do so. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who stated that they were looking into the problem. The failure mileage was 800.