2010 Chevrolet Cruze

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2010 Chevrolet Cruze
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:56:32.392Z

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chevrolet Cruze Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2010 highlighted. 2010: 2 complaints 2010 2011: 731 complaints 2012: 864 complaints 2012 2013: 585 complaints 2014: 698 complaints 2014 2015: 251 complaints 2016: 247 complaints 2016 2017: 201 complaints 2018: 109 complaints 2018 2019: 20 complaints 2019
2010: 2 complaints
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YearComplaints
20102
2011731
2012864
2013585
2014698
2015251
2016247
2017201
2018109
201920

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

POWER TRAIN

1 of 2 total reports mentions: power train.

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VEHICLE NOT TAKING OFF FROM STOP THEN RED LINES AND JERKS FORWARD . DEALERSHIP TRYING TO SAY IT IS THE ADAPTIVE MEMORY ON TRANSMISSION . THE CAR IS NOT TAKING OFF PROPERLY AND THEN LURCHES AND JERKS FORWARD. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20141112

AIR BAGS

1 of 2 total reports mentions: air bags.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHEVROLET CRUZE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE SERVICE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE MENU BUTTON AND CLEARED THE WARNING INDICATOR.

NHTSA ODI report, 20160615

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2010 Chevrolet Cruze — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (1 reports on file for this year).

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

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WORST YEARS

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FAQ

Is the 2010 Chevrolet Cruze reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Chevrolet Cruze?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2010 Chevrolet Cruze have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.