Last update 16. 02. 2024
Common problems with the Chevrolet Cruze
Some problems will only occur after many years of operation, others are related to technical solutions and forced the manufacturer to issue a recall. In the following overview, you will find the most common problems for the Chevrolet Cruze, for which Chevrolet has announced a recall through the EU Safety Gate system. For recalls and faults found in the UK, scroll down.
The Chevrolet Cruze, a compact car that has been popular for its affordability and fuel efficiency, has a mixed reliability record. While many owners have found it to be a dependable daily driver, there have been reports of several common issues.
These include problems with the cooling system, such as thermostat and water pump failures, issues with the turbocharger in turbocharged models leading to reduced performance or failure, and electrical problems, including malfunctioning sensors and issues with the infotainment system. Additionally, some models have experienced premature wear of engine components and transmission problems, particularly in the automatic variants.
Despite these potential issues, the Cruze is praised for its comfortable ride, roomy interior, and good safety ratings. Regular maintenance and addressing any recalls or service bulletins can help mitigate many of the Cruze’s issues, making it a viable option for those seeking an economical compact car.
Latest Chevrolet Cruze Issues in the EU
If the recall problem is corrected in time, it may not affect the overall reliability of your Chevrolet Cruze. However, the fault can often remain unresolved because the previous owner didn´t know about the recall or ignored the manufacturer’s letter.
The good news is that automakers usually provide unlimited time to correct such defects for free. Check to see if all of the potential problems with your Chevrolet Cruze have been resolved in the past. How to do it, we give advice on a special page.
If you wish to know more about the eventual problems of a specific car (e.g. real mileage, potential traffic accident damages, odometer rollback, repairs, etc.), then we suggest going to this page.
Latest Chevrolet Cruze Issues in the UK
- CHEVROLET UK CRUZE – DRIVE SHAFT MAY FRACTURE
on 04/08/2018CHEVROLET UK CRUZE ( 04/12/2013 – 01/03/2013) DEFECT: The tubular drive shaft may in some instances experience breakage on RH drive shaft neck area. In […]
- CHEVROLET UK CRUZE – DRIVE SHAFT MAY FAILon 03/08/2018
CHEVROLET UK CRUZE ( 30/01/2013 – 04/11/2013) DEFECT: It has been detected that certain MY2013 & MY2014 Cruze and Orlando vehicles equipped with […]
- CHEVROLET UK CRUZE – VEHICLE MAY LOSE DRIVE WHEN PARKED IN ‘P’ ROLL AWAYon 03/08/2018
CHEVROLET UK CRUZE ( 28/11/2008 – 27/02/2011) DEFECT: On affected vehicles the right hand drive shaft outer CV Joint may fail during harsh cornering / U […]
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