2018 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
25% of complaints: engine — 27 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
WHILE DRIVING MY 2018 CHEVY CRUZE THE OIL LIGHT CAME ON, THE ENGINE LOCKED UP, AND THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE. THE DEALERSHIP SAID THAT IT WAS DUE TO A FUEL LINE SPRAYING FUEL ON THE ENGINE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180817
21% of complaints: power train — 23 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY13% of complaints: electrical system — 14 distinct reports on file.
CRASH11% of complaints: service brakes — 12 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE8% of complaints: steering — 9 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated that while making a turn, the vehicle went in another direction. While her son was driving at 2â3 MPH, making a turn, the vehicle went in another direction.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240220
SAFETY TIMELINE
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
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Equinox, Impala, Cruze, Volt and Bolt EV vehicles, GMC Terrain vehicles, Buick Lacrosse and Regal vehicles, Cadillac XTS and XTS Professional vehicles and 2018 Chevrolet Malibu...
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2018.
Campaign 18V576000 — check if this car was fixed
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Cruze and Buick LaCrosse, 2018-2020 Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Terrain, 2018 Chevrolet Malibu, 2019-2020 Buick Encore, Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, Chevrolet Blazer...
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the start-stop transmission accumulator and replace it if any bolts are missing, free of charge. The recall began December 15, 2020.
Campaign 20V668000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2018 Chevrolet Cruze — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine issues (27 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (23 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (14 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 18V304000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V576000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V668000 (power train) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2018 Chevrolet Cruze reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2018 Chevrolet Cruze is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Chevrolet Cruze?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2018 Chevrolet Cruze have?
3 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.