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2018 Chevrolet Cruze: recalls and problems

3 recalls and 109 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is engine.

3recalls
109complaints
17crashes reported
3fires reported
7injuries reported

Recalls

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Most common problems

  • Engine27 · 25%
  • Unknown Or Other24 · 22%
  • Power Train23 · 21%
  • Electrical System13 · 12%
  • Service Brakes12 · 11%
  • Steering7 · 6%
  • Fuel/Propulsion System6 · 6%
  • Vehicle Speed Control5 · 5%
  • Air Bags5 · 5%
  • Exterior Lighting5 · 5%

What owners report

Unknown Or Other

My 2018 chevy cruz has developed a sticky or tacky surface discovered when i was cleaning my interior. i used warm water and soap to clean all plastics. tried to dry off my dash with paper towels and discovered the issue . my car has been garage kept since its purchase so i have no idea as my previous vehicles never had this issue.

Suspension,Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System

Coming to a stop sign or red light the car won’t accelerate or will go in traction control making it difficult to move or not accelerate. had 2-3 fuel leaks this year also having problems to keep the car going sometimes the max speed it will go is 20-40 miles n won’t go up unless u keep letting it slow down slowly n then accelerating n even after that it won’t make it above 60-70 miles it usually goes with no problem

Seat Belts

The contact owns a 2018 chevrolet cruze. the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the windshield wiper compartment inadvertently opened. there was a failure with the seat belts. the contact stated that the driver’s side seat belt was excessively loose, and the front passenger’s side seat belt was overly tight. the vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the dr

Unknown Or Other,Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System

Unknown. the car seems to stall or slip when accelerating as is misfiring. it cuts off in the middle of the streets after coming out of auto stop mode. pcv valve keeps popping up as issue. i had the pcv changed o2 sensors checked cleaned throttle body and air filter changed. the car still gives same problem and engine power reduction keeps popping on dashboard.

Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. They are owner reports and have not been verified.

Crash-test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2018 Chevrolet Cruze 5 DR FWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2018 Chevrolet Cruze 4 DR FWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

Source: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP APIs, covering Cruze. Last refreshed 2026-09-29.