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2017 Chevrolet Cruze. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 4
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | Auto (S6) | FWD | 30 / 40 / 34 | Regular | $1,850 |
| 1.4L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | FWD | 28 / 39 / 32 | Regular | $1,950 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl turbo diesel | Auto 9-spd | FWD | 31 / 47 / 37 | Diesel | $2,550 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl turbo diesel | Manual 6-spd | FWD | 30 / 52 / 37 | Diesel | $2,550 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 14,600 and 60,500 miles. Median 27,800, from 114 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 32,500 | 17,400–63,500 | 36 |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 32,700 | 16,500–80,000 | 19 |
| Electrical | 27,900 | 15,800–50,200 | 22 |
| Brakes | 52,000 | 29,400–82,600 | 8 |
| Body structure | 38,000 | 17,500–88,000 | 11 |
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Engine | 33% |
| Electrical | 18% |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 18% |
| Body structure | 10% |
| Fuel or ev drive system | 7% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 201 | 8 | 6 | 5 | 0 | 10 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 2
18V304000 May 2018 Fuel System, Gasoline
Defect. 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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 301, "Fuel System Integrity."
Risk. A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.
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. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 18159.
17V057000 Jan 2017 Seats / Front Assembly / Head Restraint
Defect. General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Chevrolet Cruze vehicles. A bracket used in the driver or front passenger seat-back recliner mechanism may have been incorrectly welded to the seat-back frame, as a result, in the event of a crash, the head-restraints may not function properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 202a, "Head Restraints."
Risk. In a crash, the seat-backs for the front seats may break, increasing the risk of injury to the occupants.
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. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 17035.
Manufacturer communications 1234
Chevy filed 1234 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Cruze 5 DR FWD Later Release | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ |
| Chevrolet Cruze 4 DR FWD Later Release | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ |
| Chevrolet Cruze 5 DR FWD Early Release | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ |
| Chevrolet Cruze 4 DR FWD Early Release | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Optional | Optional |
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Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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