WHILE DRIVING AT FREEWAY SPEEDS(70 MPH) THE CAR SUDDENLY DOWNSHIFTED AND REVVED THE ENGINE VERY HIGH(6,000 RPM). THE CAR LOST SPEED AND WOULD NOT DOWNSHIFT. PUNCHED THE GAS AND ENGINE RETURNED TO NORMAL. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON SHORTLY THEREAFTER. TOOK TO DEALER AND THEY STATE TURBOCHARGER IS BAD. THE CAR ONLY HAS 62,000 MILES ON IT.
2014 chevrolet Cruze engine problems
moderate 115 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $3,100
Complaints
115
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$3,100
What owners are reporting 4 most recent
While driving check engine light came on and car start losing power and not shifting correctly being close to home attempted to baby vehicle home. Car started to make strange noise immediately pulled over and shut car off. Had car towed to personal mechanic. The turbo has blown apart
GASKET COVER, TURBO OIL FEED AND RETURN LINE.
RADIATOR, THERMOSTAT
Common questions
How serious is the engine problem on the 2014 chevrolet Cruze?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 115 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $3,100 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the engine typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $3,100 for engine repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to engine?
No active recalls currently cover engine issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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