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2017 Chevrolet Cruze recalls & problems

The 2017 Chevrolet Cruze has 2 safety recalls and 201 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is engine (73 complaints).

Recalls2safety recalls
Complaints201filed by owners
Crashes · fires8 · 6reported in complaints
NHTSA overall4–5 ★crash-test stars
2017 Chevrolet Cruze in an NHTSA crash test
NHTSA crash test

Safety recalls

Fuel system, gasolineMay 10, 2018

Fuel system, gasoline

Recall 18V304000111,966 vehicles

Problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Chevrolet Cruze LS vehicles, equipped with a gasoline engine and a tire inflator kit instead of a spare tire. The vehicles may leak gasoline following a rear-impact crash and a rollover. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 301, "Fuel System Integrity."
Risk
A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.
Fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will install a lock-ring on the fuel tank that will shield the fuel tank vapor pressure sensor from damage in a rear-impact crash, free of charge. The recall began June 7, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 18159.
SeatsJan 26, 2017

Front assembly › Head restraint

Recall 17V05700017,197 vehicles

Problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Chevrolet Cruze vehicles. A bracket used in the driver or front passenger seat-back recliner mechanism may have been incorrectly welded to the seat-back frame, as a result, in the event of a crash, the head-restraints may not function properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 202a, "Head Restraints."
Risk
In a crash, the seat-backs for the front seats may break, increasing the risk of injury to the occupants.
Fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front passenger seats, replacing any with seat-back frames that are incorrectly welded, free of charge. The recall began on February 28, 2017. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 17035.

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

2017 Chevrolet Cruze 5 DR FWD Later Release

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk10.7%

Forward collision warning: Optional · Lane departure warning: Optional

2017 Chevrolet Cruze 4 DR FWD Later Release

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk10.7%

Forward collision warning: Optional · Lane departure warning: Optional

2017 Chevrolet Cruze 5 DR FWD Early Release

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk10.7%

Forward collision warning: Optional · Lane departure warning: Optional

2017 Chevrolet Cruze 4 DR FWD Early Release

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk10.7%

Forward collision warning: Optional · Lane departure warning: Optional

2017 Chevrolet Cruze NHTSA side crash test
NHTSA side barrier crash test
2017 Chevrolet Cruze NHTSA side pole crash test
NHTSA side pole crash test

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

Fuel economy

Cruze Diesel

37mpg combined
City / highway31 / 47 mpg
FuelDiesel

1.6 L · 4 cyl · Automatic 9-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,600/year to fuel

Cruze Diesel

37mpg combined
City / highway30 / 52 mpg
FuelDiesel

1.6 L · 4 cyl · Manual 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,600/year to fuel

Cruze

34mpg combined
City / highway30 / 40 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

1.4 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (S6) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $1,950/year to fuel

Cruze Premier

33mpg combined
City / highway29 / 39 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

1.4 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (S6) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,050/year to fuel

Cruze Hatchback

32mpg combined
City / highway29 / 38 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

1.4 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (S6) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,100/year to fuel

Cruze

32mpg combined
City / highway28 / 39 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

1.4 L · 4 cyl · Manual 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,100/year to fuel

Cruze Premier Hatchback

31mpg combined
City / highway28 / 37 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

1.4 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (S6) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,150/year to fuel

Cruze Hatchback

31mpg combined
City / highway28 / 37 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

1.4 L · 4 cyl · Manual 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,150/year to fuel

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem areaComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesTypical mileage*
Engine7313232,500 mi
Power trainClutch assembly3901232,695 mi
Electrical systemIgnition › Switch3302027,875 mi
Unknown or other3120128,000 mi
Service brakes1811152,043 mi
StructureBody; Body › Bumpers1610038,000 mi
Fuel/propulsion system1500016,000 mi
Exterior lightingBrake lights; Back up lights1210025,914 mi
Vehicle speed controlThrottle; Accelerator pedal1000043,000 mi
Electronic stability control (esc)Control module700059,130 mi
Air bags731117,237 mi
Steering600051,250 mi

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.