2017 Chevrolet Cruze
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 2 |
| 2011 | 731 |
| 2012 | 864 |
| 2013 | 585 |
| 2014 | 698 |
| 2015 | 251 |
| 2016 | 247 |
| 2017 | 201 |
| 2018 | 109 |
| 2019 | 20 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
36% of complaints: engine — 73 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURY19% of complaints: power train — 38 distinct reports on file.
FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
ALMOST NEW VEHICLE (304 MI WHEN RENTED FROM HERTZ IN SAN ANTONIO, TX, 751 WHEN RETURNED).
NHTSA ODI report, 20161107
16% of complaints: electrical system — 32 distinct reports on file.
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THE CAR CAUGHT FIRE FROM INSIDE THE CAB. I'M NOT SURE WHY OR WHAT HAPPENED EXACTLY BUT IT BURNT. IT WAS A TOTAL LOSS. LUCKILY IT WAS STATIONARY WHEN IT HAPPENED
NHTSA ODI report, 20180718
THE RADIO/CAMERA PANEL GOES COMPLETELY OUT.. NO VOLUME, NO ABILITY TO TURN ON/OFF, NO CAMERA, NO SOUND FROM ON'STAR NAVIGATION, NO SOUND FROM BACKUP ASSIST OR LANE ASSIST. I'M BROUGHT THIS VEHICLE ON OCTOBER 1,2016.
NHTSA ODI report, 20161020
9% of complaints: service brakes — 18 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURY7% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 15 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Chevrolet Cruze vehicles.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 17V057000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 18V304000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2017 Chevrolet Cruze — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine issues (73 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (38 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (32 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 17V057000 (seats) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V304000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 36% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.