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ProblemsByVin File / 2015-CHEVROLET-CRUZE
2015 · chevrolet

chevrolet Cruze problems

3 safety recalls. 250 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
6.8 / 10

Average for the segment. Some recurring trouble spots worth knowing about.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

engine
58 reports · avg $3,100
moderate
electrical
40 reports · avg $850
moderate
powertrain
34 reports · avg $2,500
moderate
steering
24 reports · avg $700
severe
airbags
20 reports · avg $1,100
severe
brakes
9 reports · avg $450
severe
cruise control
8 reports · avg $600
moderate
visibility
8 reports · avg $350
moderate

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2015 Cruze · other
I WAS HAVING ISSUES WITH INTERIOR FOGGING OF MY WINDOW AND NOTICED WATER DRIPS ON THE INSIDE OF MY WINDSHIELD DURING DRY WEATHER AND TOOK IT TO THE DEALER. ALTHOUGH THEY COULD NOT FIND A LEAK THEY REPLACED THE SEAL. THAT LASTED A WHILE (SPRING AND SUMMER) THEN IT RETURNED AGAIN…
12/29/2019 · NHTSA ODI #11291842.0
2015 Cruze · cruise control
DRIVING TO WORK CAR OVERHEATED ALL ANTIFREEZE WAS GONE.GOT A NEW HOSE PUT ON STILL SMELLING ANTIFREEZE THEN PCV WENT OUT WHY HAVEN'T THEY DID A RECALL ON THIS DANGEROUS CAR.TRRAVELING NOVER BRIDGE CAR STARTED SLOWING DOWN WOULDN'T PICK UP SPEED.EACH TIME STOP IT DIDN'T WANT TO…
12/29/2019 · NHTSA ODI #11291875.0
2015 Cruze · electrical
NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE ISSUE - MY RADIO IS CUTTING IN AND OUT, TURN SIGNALS WILL NOT ALWAYS WORK, "SERVICE STABILITRAK" LIGHT WILL INTERMITTENTLY FLASH.
12/29/2017 · NHTSA ODI #11057378.0
2015 Cruze · brakes
POWER ASSIST FAILED, MAKING STEERING DIFFICULT, HAPPENED DURING LANE CHANGE ON FREEWAY AT 70 MPH, THIS HAPPENED IN CONJUNCTION WITH RANDOM SCREEN LOSS ON INFOTAINMENT SCREEN. ALSO RANDOM ERROR MESSAGES. UPON TAKING CAR TO DEALER, THEY AGREED IT WAS PROBABLY AN ISSUE ADDRESSED…
12/28/2016 · NHTSA ODI #10938391.0

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Active recalls showing 3 of 3

severe NHTSA 15V113000 27/02/2015

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chevrolet Cruze vehicles manufactured February 4, 2015, to February 9, 2015

If the parking brake bracket separates, the parking brake may not hold the vehicle, increasing the risk of a vehicle roll away and a crash.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left-rear and right-rear parking brake brackets bolts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began in March 24, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 15135.
severe NHTSA 15V876000 23/12/2015

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chevrolet Cruze vehicles manufactured September 24, 2014, to May 29, 2015

An insufficiently torqued bolt may prevent the seat belt from holding the required load in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the bolts, free of charge. The recall began on January 27, 2016 Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 15777.
severe NHTSA 15V442000 10/07/2015

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Chevrolet Cruze vehicles manufactured November 8, 2013, to March 12, 2015, and 2015 Chevrolet Volt vehicles manufactured April 11, 2014

Separation of the tie rod from the steering gear could result in the loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear assembly, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 15386.

Common questions

Is the 2015 Chevrolet Cruze reliable?

It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 6.8 out of 10 based on 250 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2015 Chevrolet Cruze has a higher-than-average rate of reported issues. The areas to watch are listed above. Whether it's worth owning depends on price, condition, and how much repair exposure you can absorb.

What's the most common problem on the 2015 Chevrolet Cruze?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is engine, with 58 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $3,100 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The engine is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $3,100 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Chevrolet Cruze has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2015 Chevrolet Cruze?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 250 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $3,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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