GREEN CHOICE
The EPA has certified this vehicle as among the 20 percent lowest-emitting passenger vehicles for its model year, based on government greenhouse gas and smog ratings.
Chevrolet Cruze
EPA MPG:
32 mpg
Owner Reported MPG:
EPA MPG:
32 mpg
Owner Reported MPG:
RECALL ALERT:
There are 2 recalls on this vehicle.
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There are 2 recalls on this vehicle.
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RECALL ALERT:
There are 2 recalls on this vehicle.
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There are 2 recalls on this vehicle.
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Reliability
Overall Reliability
Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest subscriber survey, our reliability history charts give you a rundown on how used vehicles are holding up in 17 potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, and brakes to power equipment and the electrical system.
The 2019 Chevrolet Cruze has been recalled 2 times by NHTSA.
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The 2019 Chevrolet Cruze has been recalled 2 times by NHTSA.
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2019 Sedans & Hatchbacks Reliability
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Reliability History
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POTENTIAL TROUBLE SPOTS
Engine Major
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Engine Electrical
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Transmission Major
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Transmission Minor
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Drive System
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Exhaust
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Suspension/Steering
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Brakes
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Climate System
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Electrical Accessories
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Body Hardware
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Paint/Trim
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Noises/Leaks
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In-car Electronics
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Overall Reliability Verdict
Potential Trouble Spots
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Engine Major
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Engine Minor
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Engine Cooling
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Engine Electrical
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Transmission Major
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Transmission Minor
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Drive System
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Fuel System/Emissions
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Exhaust
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Suspension/Steering
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Brakes
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Climate System
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Build Quality
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Electrical Accessories
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Body Hardware
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Paint/Trim
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Noises/Leaks
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In-car Electronics
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Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting
how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive
reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest
subscriber survey for over 300,000 vehicles, our reliability history charts give
you a rundown on how 2000 through 2024 vehicles are holding up in 20
potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, electric motor, EV charging, and
brakes to power equipment and the electrical accessories.
NA indicates that we did not receive a large enough sample size to provide
data for a specific year. An X indicates that the vehicle was not manufactured for a specific year.
Recalls
PROVIDED BY
POWER TRAIN
Oct 29, 2020
Missing bolts on the start-stop accumulator endcap could result in a transmission oil leak and may progress to a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash. A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.
Summary:
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 and GMC Acadia, and 2020 Cadillac XT6 vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing bolts.
What should you do:
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. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick Customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N202313440.
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
20V668000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
194105
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Aug 30, 2018
A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Summary:
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 vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.
What should you do:
GM will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18279.
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
18V576000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
210628
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