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.

2017 Chevrolet Cruze

▲ Better than typical

2017 Chevrolet Cruze
BUILT 2026-10-10

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 201
Recalls: 2
Investigations: 0
Top problem: Engine

Complaints per year

2017: 201 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2010	2
2011	732
2012	865
2013	587
2014	702
2015	252
2016	249
2017	201
2018	109
2019	22

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine

36% · 73 reports

CRASHFIREINJURY

Power train

19% · 39 reports

Most commonly citing clutch assembly.

FIREINJURY

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Almost new vehicle (304 mi when rented from hertz in san antonio, tx, 751 when returned).

NHTSA ODI report, 2016-11-07

Electrical system

16% · 33 reports

Most commonly citing switch.

FIRE

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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…

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-07-18

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, 2016-10-20

Service brakes

9% · 19 reports

Most commonly citing air.

CRASHFIREINJURY

Structure

8% · 16 reports

Most commonly citing body and bumpers.

CRASH

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2017-02-28Seats17V057000 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.

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2018-06-07Fuel system, gasoline18V304000 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.

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2017 Chevrolet Cruze — pre-purchase inspection

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Engine: 73 reports on file for this year.
Power train: 39 reports on file for this year.
Electrical system: 33 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 17V057000 · Seats
Recall 18V304000 · Fuel system, gasoline

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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 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.