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2015 Chevrolet Cruze engine problems

104 complaints (41% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 64,000. 1 crash reported.

owner complaints
104
of this car's complaints
41%
typical mileage
64,000
crashes
1
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Exhaust system: emission control: catalytic convertor
    1
  • Cooling system
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Chevrolet Cruze engine problems in other years

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Specific symptoms reported on the 2015 Chevrolet Cruze engine

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

Check engine light 39Overheating 34Stalling 22Engine failure 7Won't start 7Loss of power 6Misfire 6

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2015 Chevrolet Cruze owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Sep 20, 2026 · Engine · WV

It started over heating and I had to replace multiple coolant lines/hoses from the thermostat, heater core, the reservoir, radiator. Ive replace the intake diaphragm. Thought since all the pieces that got hot and cracked or broke got replaced that the issue was gone. Then one day I drove 8 mins into Ohio and it started smoking so I pulled off the road and had to have a tow truck come get it. It had blown a head gasket at least I thought but found out it had water in the oil so now needs a new motor. I still owe on the car and cant drive it

Filed Jun 13, 2026 · Engine, Fuel system · IN

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.

Filed Jan 29, 2026 · Engine · 90,000 miles · OH

The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was leaking oil from the top of the engine onto the drive belts. The contact stated that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 12V288000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING). The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 90,000.

Filed May 12, 2025 · Engine, Fuel system · KY

I have had car repairs done identical with the 2014 models with the same exact issues described in those year recalls, car hesitant and jerking, breaking down on numerous occasions and replacing gaskets hoses and many codes common with fuel and traction control and finally engine blown!

Filed Mar 5, 2025 · Engine · WA

I have had to replace the turbo 3 times now. My car was leaking oil where the the oil filter is so I replaced that whole part. I watched a video how to replace the part. And it said in the video to remove the plastic piece from the engine oil cooler filter housing if you have a turbo because it feeds oil to your turbo. Well my car had the original part on it and the plastic piece wasn't removed causing no oil to get to the turbo. And the turbo has glowed red hot almost catching fire.

Filed Dec 24, 2024 · Engine, Transmission · MI

The check engine light came up, after having the code read it was discovered that the turbo charger was bad. My vehicle was fixed by the dealer. Prior to being fixed my vehicle was running rougher and accelerating at a slower speed.

Filed Jul 11, 2024 · Engine · NY

My 2015 Chevy Cruze has had the Turbo replaced because it was blown. It has had every component that connects to turbo replaced, MAP sensor, wastegate, the intake system, the manifold gaskets, the coil pack, fuel injectors idle control valve, coolant bypass hose and engine coolant housing, oxygen sensors, oil pressure sensor switch, purge valve solenoid, and of course the oil pan gasket. Every hose has been changed in case of pin hole for air leak too. I run Iridium spark plugs, high test gas, do my oil changes on time with full synthetic oil but yet every time something gets fixed the check engine light comes back on. Living in the great (not) state of NY you cannot have check engine on for inspection, I financed this with Carvana and this car has been nothing but problems. I would think looking at all the reviews on here CHEVROLET WOULD DO A RECALL ON THESE CRUZE’S! The turbo’s are a major issue and cost Thousands of dollars to repair… Like many others I live on a very tight budget I’m on disability and cannot afford to keep trying to fix this car. It’s time to do something about it, maybe a class action lawsuit on the turbo’s……

Filed Apr 8, 2024 · Engine · TX

The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a cracked catalytic convertor. The vehicle was repaired, however, two years later the failure recurred, and the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with catalytic convertor failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact discovered an unknown recall; however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Dec 11, 2023 · Engine · OH

The turbo on the vehicle develops a crack in the exhaust side by the wastegate over time. This is a common problem as reported by forums, that seems to be a near 100% failure rate. The crack causes lost of intake boost pressure that throws a low boost code and reduces engine power significantly.

Filed Nov 11, 2023 · Electrical, Engine · FL

My engine light has been randomly coming on then off leaving many history codes. It's normally a diesel particulate filter code and I have paid hundreds replacing each sensor or part. So this time, Carroll Buick of Venice Fla says the embedded code is saying I need an engine control module , same code. I'm still driving it they say it's safe to drive because the part $900.00, plus labor, is backorder. I'm a bit over 100,000 miles and I have a lifetime power train warranty but it won't cover any electrical parts only greased literal parts of engine or transmission. I'm not certain it's true anymore they replaced everything so far over 2 years but I'm at theor mercy. Zurich warranty is not covering this and I'm shocked it went just b4 100k miles and now I'm at 107k. I feel chevy should own this issue since I've been told to keep driving it with the engine light on. I'm really scared but I need it to go to work please help thx

Questions about the 2015 Chevrolet Cruze engine

Does the 2015 Chevrolet Cruze have engine problems?

Owners have filed 104 complaints about the engine of the 2015 Chevrolet Cruze, 41% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.

At what mileage do 2015 Chevrolet Cruze engine problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 64,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2015 Chevrolet Cruze engine?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Chevrolet Cruze have bad engine?

The Chevrolet Cruze model years with the most engine complaints are 2012 (308 complaints), 2011 (295 complaints) and 2014 (235 complaints).

Other 2015 Chevrolet Cruze problems

Electrical 50Transmission 38Driver assistance 31Steering 24Fuel system 23Airbags 21Brakes 18Acceleration 11Visibility 9Body 4Seat belts 4Lights 2Wheels 2Suspension 1

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