2017 Chevrolet Cruze problems
The Chevrolet Cruze is a compact car that has been produced by General Motors since 2008. It was designated as a globally developed, designed, and manufactured four-door compact sedan, complemented by a five-door hatchback body variant from 2011, and a station wagon in 2012. During its introduction, the Cruze replaces several compact models, including the Chevrolet Optra which was sold internationally under various names, the Chevrolet Cobalt sold exclusively in North America, and the Australasian-market Holden Astra.
The Cruze was released in 2008 for the South Korean market as the Daewoo Lacetti Premiere until the phasing out of the Daewoo brand in 2011, when it was renamed to Chevrolet Cruze. In Australasia, the model was sold between 2009 and 2016 as the Holden Cruze. In 2016, the Cruze sedan was restyled and renamed for the Australasian market as the Holden Astra Sedan, as a sedan complement to the Holden Astra family.
Due to the market shift towards SUVs and decreasing sales, the Cruze has been gradually phased out. Production of the Cruze in South Korea ended in 2018 as part of restructuring of GM Korea, which in turn ceased supply of the Holden Astra Sedan to Australasia. In the United States and Mexico, production ended in 2019, while production in China ended in 2020. Production continued in Argentina until 2023. It was replaced by the Monza in China, which is known as the Cavalier in Mexico.
Previously, the nameplate has been used for a version of a subcompact hatchback car produced under a joint venture with Suzuki from 2001 to 2007, and was based on the Suzuki Ignis.
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Common 2017 Chevrolet Cruze problems
Based on complaints from owners of the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze, common problems include:
- Noises and Leaks:
- Owners reported issues such as squeaks, rattles, wind noises, and air or water leaks.
- One owner mentioned a noise in the rear axle that was fixed by drilling a hole and using WD-40 as recommended by the manufacturer.
- Another owner highlighted significant road noise, especially on the interstate, and rattling while driving.
- Electrical System Glitches:
- Electrical problems were reported, with instances of the instrument cluster shutting off and the engine not starting.
- Some drivers experienced issues like losing radio, AC, emergency flashers, and instrument cluster power at certain mileage points.
- An "no remote detected" message when trying to start the car from park was also mentioned by an owner.
- Potential Fuel Leak Recall:
- A massive recall was issued for potential fuel leaks affecting nearly 112,000 Cruze models.
- The recall was for specific models from 2016 to 2018, where gas leakage could occur in the event of a rear-impact crash and rollover.
- While rear-end collisions and rollovers are not uncommon, the recall aimed to address this safety concern.
These issues highlight some of the key problems faced by owners of the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze, ranging from minor nuisances like noises and leaks to more severe concerns like electrical glitches and potential fuel leaks.
Does 2017 Chevy Cruze have problems?
Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.
Is Chevrolet Cruze 2017 reliable?
How Reliable Is the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze? The 2017 Chevrolet Cruze has an above-average predicted reliability rating of four out of five from J.D. Power.
What is the most common problem with a Chevy Cruze?
The most prominent issue that arose with these cars is transmission failure and engine problems.
Should I get a 2017 Chevy Cruze?
If you're looking for a comfortable, quiet, good-looking, fuel-efficient, high-tech compact sedan or hatchback, the 2017 Chevy Cruze deserves a strong look. All the latest safety features like blind-spot monitoring and forward-collision alert are available, too.
Does 2017 Chevy Cruze have problems?
Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.
Is Chevrolet Cruze 2017 reliable?
How Reliable Is the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze? The 2017 Chevrolet Cruze has an above-average predicted reliability rating of four out of five from J.D. Power.
Should I get a 2017 Chevy Cruze?
If you're looking for a comfortable, quiet, good-looking, fuel-efficient, high-tech compact sedan or hatchback, the 2017 Chevy Cruze deserves a strong look. All the latest safety features like blind-spot monitoring and forward-collision alert are available, too.
What is the most common problem with a Chevy Cruze?
The most prominent issue that arose with these cars is transmission failure and engine problems.
2017 Chevrolet Cruze car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Chevrolet Cruze problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Engine problems
- Power train problems
- Electrical system problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Service brakes problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2017 Chevrolet Cruze vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2017 Chevrolet Cruze
The NHTSA has received 174 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2017 Chevrolet Cruze vehicles.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-21
- VIN: 1G1BF5SM0H7
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated while attempting to reverse, the accelerator pedal was depressed, and the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated while attempting to stop the vehicle, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to an independent mechanic or the dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 100,000.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-15
- VIN: 1G1BF5SMXH7
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: At just over 70k miles the engine began running rough. Diagnostic showed cylinder 1 pressure issues from cracked piston requiring engine replacement. This vehicle has had all recommend service since owning it.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-21
- VIN: 1G1BD5SM4H7
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The slave cylinder failed in the manual transmission. When it failed, the petal went to the floor and did not return. In a panic I was trying to engage it, the vehicle was rolling without control of the drivetrain. I pulled into a driveway and rolled out into traffic when trying to put it in reverse and was not able to move the vehicle. Yes you can inspect it currently being repaired for $1500
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-15
- VIN: 3G1BF6SM7HS
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: Operating vehicle on German autobahn, 90mph, brake assist light came on, check engine light came on, vehicle loss turbo power, felt a shift in the transmission feeling, without notice as a slowly pulled into the gate guard at 30mph, I had zero brakes, loud metal noise and/vibration applying the brakes hard, I almost impacted the vehicle in front of me, vehicle was parked, vehicle would not start afterwards, had the brake assist light only come on when I backed out the driveway with a little noise riding the brake out the driveway but the light disappeared the same day. Vehicle was towed to the GM dealer in Pirmasens, was told that the brake booster failed, the cam, timing chain, and brake booster needs to be replaced and that my car was not under any recall yet research on the internet shows that others had te same problem with the Cruze.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-01
- VIN: 3G1BE5SM2HS
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Periodically the dash cluster board and information center goes black and will stay blank for about a minute or two and then comes back on
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-16
- VIN: 1G1BE5SM2H7
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: The vehicle has been struggling off and on to accelerate from a stopped position or a need to suddenly increase in speed (merging onto an expressway). I have replaced several parts of the car, there are no codes available to the technicians but it is reported in several forums and a common issue. I have almost been t-boned making a left turn onto major roads where there are cars going 55-70 or above mph because the car suddenly stops working even when pressing the acceleration pedal all the way to the floor.
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-22
- VIN: 1G1BE5SM7H7
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: To whom it may concern, I am writing to express my deep disappointment and frustration regarding my recent experience with my 2017 Chevrolet Cruze. It has come to my attention that there is a known issue with the piston in the engine of this model, and unfortunately, I have fallen victim to it. This issue has caused significant inconvenience and expense for me. As a loyal Chevrolet customer, I expect better quality and reliability from your vehicles. I urge you to address this matter promptly and take responsibility for the faulty piston in the engine of the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze. I trust that you will take appropriate action to rectify this situation and restore my confidence in your brand. Case # 9-12557961076
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-11-03
- VIN: 3G1BE6SM3HS
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, there was a clunking sound, and the sound was more prominent while driving over small bumps or dents in the roadway. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a bent sway bar. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 34,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-02-07
- VIN: 3G1BE6SM3HS
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: Several times during ownership (Bought used in 2021 with 13,000 miles at purchase, currently 35,000 miles on car. Entire instrument cluster including center screen and center console shifter selector goes completely dark. This includes both speedometer indicators. No apparent cause, no advance warning, screen(s) just "black out". After some time...30-40 seconds to as long as 2-3 minutes all console and instruments lights come back on. Happens during daytime and nighttime usage, with heater and/or air conditioning in use.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-06
- VIN: 1G1BE5SM1H7
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined that a faulty High Mount Stop Lamp gasket allowed water to leak into the trunk and fill the rear compartment battery tub, resulting in water damage to the Multifunction Power Supply Converter, Fuel Pump Power Control Module, and Fuse Block. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to Customer Satisfaction Program 16147, but the vehicle was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 90,000.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-12
- VIN: 1G1BB5SM0H7
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: I want to know if there is a recall on GM cars with standard transmissions that have the shared master cylinder. That is when the clutch master cylinder and the brake master cylinder are the same part. When the clutch release cylinder leaks, you also lose brake fluid, and when the leak is bad enough, you lose your clutch and brakes.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-30
- VIN: 3G1BE6SM0HS
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: 1st cylinder misfire with only 60,000 miles on it. Research shows this is an issue yet GM Chevy has not recalled it. Not a simple fix it requires new engine
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-11-04
- VIN: 1G1BC5SM3H7
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Car stops running unexpectedly and without warning. Just driving along and suddenly no power. Usually necessary to restart the car although occasionally it restarts on its own. Very dangerous when it happens at highway speed. Per my mechanic no codes show up for this problem. I looked up this issue online and see that plenty of other Chevy Cruze owners have had the same problem.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-15
- VIN: 1G1BE5SM0H7
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The piston in my front cylinder cracked while traveling causing safety issues including, inconsistent speeds, poor acceleration, engine cutting off while driving. While no accident/injury occurred while driving in this instance, it would have been easy for something to happen. The garage I took it took recommended against driving it as it could shut down at any time on the road.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-10
- VIN: 3G1BE6SM8HS
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Car spontaneously stops accelerating. Sometimes a restart is needed. It jerks as you're trying to gain acceleration. Sometimes it stalls after non acceleration. Safety is compromised due to traffic behind me going speed limit or worse. First appeared 2 months ago. Mechanic could not detect anything on diagnostics. Then we took it to the Chevy dealer where purchased and after 5 days could not diagnose. They took it out 3x but could not duplicate symptoms. No lights flash, no warnings. I'm at a loss, I'm a senior citizen who needs her vehicle. I no longer feel safe driving it. Please advise.
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-20
- VIN: 3G1BE6SM1HS
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: The seat will not move forward. Being that it is an electric motor, it has become increasingly difficult to reach the pedals, especially the brakes.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-01
- VIN: 1G1BE5SM3H7
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The Service Stabilitrak light came on at the same time as the check engine light. When this happened the first time I had it checked, it gave the Code P1101. I payed to having the Massive air flow sensor fix, than a few days after having massive air flow sensor replaced.The Service Stabilitrak and engine light came back on. The engine started to misfire I took it back to the car dealer shop and I was told that it was a Cylinder in the engine. The dealers shop at first couldn't tell me why it was doing this. After the car dealer ship opened up the engine they said that engine needed to be replacement.
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-07-23
- VIN: 1G1BC5SM7H7
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle hesitated and was slow to accelerate. The stabili-trak control warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was slow to respond while driving uphill. There was an abnormal popping sound coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the fuel injector needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the coil pack, turbo boost, spark plugs, an oil change, ABS, brake booster, and air flow sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who informed the contact that the failure was due to the low turbo boost. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 138,000.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-16
- VIN: 1G1BF5SM4H7
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The engine failed and needs replacement due to low compression and constant misfire on cylinder #1, according to the dealership. I sold the vehicle because of the repair costs that were required. The vehicle’s mileage was 47,664 at time of inspection. A Chevrolet dealer confirmed the issue, and GM acknowledged that the issue occurred. The check engine light turned on a few weeks before the failure was diagnosed, and the light began flashing about a week before it was diagnosed. The Service Stabilitrak light also turned on at the same time as the check engine light.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-10-17
- VIN: 1G1BF5SM5H7
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the spark plugs and ignition coils were replaced; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that there was a misfire in cylinder #1. The vehicle was taken to another independent mechanic and the contact was informed that the piston was fractured, and the engine block needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 65,000.
ENGINE,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-07-25
- VIN: 1G1BD5SM4H7
- Components: ENGINE,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40-45 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated and the vehicle decelerated to 30-35 MPH. Additionally, the vehicle made abnormal rattling sounds and failed to exceed 30-35 MPH. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the knock sensors needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred two months later. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, where the knock sensors and the engine were replaced; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to a second dealer, Zimbrick Chevrolet Service (1877 W Main St #200, Sun Prairie, WI 53590), where the knock sensors and the knock sensors terminal were replaced; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the Engine Control Module (ECM) needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that they could not assist because the vehicle was out of warranty. The failure mileage was approximately 62,000.
ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-04-14
- VIN: 3G1BF6SM1HS
- Components: ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Vehicle had a cracked piston. Now the vehicle is very sluggish while accelerating from a stop. Burns a tremendous amount of fuel. Vehicle is also stalling frequently. It’s been to Chevrolet twice and a mom and pop shop and nobody can figure out what the problem is.
POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-06-15
- VIN: 3G1BE6SM5HS
- Components: POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: Based off my mechanic's assessment and that of a Chevrolet dealership, one of the cylinders in my Chevy Cruze is no longer firing. The dealership believes at least one of the pistons needs to be replaced. The car is available for inspection. The car is unreliable to drive, as I drove up a freeway incline it slowed to a dangerously low speed for freeway driving. The dealership has confirmed they believe it is an issue with the piston but will not confirm without charging $2800 to dismantle the car and are not able to guarantee they will be able to fix the issue. Diagnostics were run on the car at Putnam Chevrolet in Burlingame CA. There were no warning lamps or messages prior to a major issue with the cars functionality. The issue first appeared June 15, 2023 without any warning. The engine light came on and the car was not functioning properly, plus a notification to "service Stabilitrek". I have found mention of the same problem on consumer forums. Cracked pistons are a KNOWN issue on this make and model but there are no recalls and the car is just outside of the warranty.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-07-19
- VIN: 1G1BE5SM5H7
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: Noticed the roof seems to be separating from the body and rusting.
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-07-13
- VIN: 3G1BC5SM3HS
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated that the vehicle was designed with the Auto START/STOP feature; however, while at a complete stop, the engine turned off but failed to restart. The contact shifted into park (P) and restarted the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure occurred intermittently. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving between 35-65 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle jolted and hesitated to respond. The contact stated that the failure occurred intermittently. The contact also stated that the check engine warning light illuminated intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed but no issues were found. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 42,000.
2017 Chevrolet Cruze recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 2 recalls for different components of the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze.
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: 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."
- Consequence: 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.
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT
- Summary: 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."
- Consequence: 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.
Negative 2017 Chevrolet Cruze car reviews
Positive 2017 Chevrolet Cruze car reviews
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I rented this car for two days and it was amazing! The fuel efficiency was incredible, with the cruise control indicating 60mpg at 50mph and 42mpg at 70mph. The claimed 47mpg highway is entirely believable, if a bit conservative. The range with a full tank (13 gallons) was an indicated 538 miles. These are impressive numbers for a vehicle of this size that is not a diesel. The seats were very comfortable, and I was able to drive non-stop from Fort Lauderdale to Jacksonville without experiencing any aches or pains. The cabin was also very quiet, allowing me to carry on several conversations without any interference from exterior noise. The Bluetooth connectivity was effortless to set up, and the backup camera was clear and effective. The steering assist lines on the display were accurate enough, although I never really got accustomed to them enough to trust what they were telling me. The stereo had easy-to-use controls and produced very good sound. The 1.4L turbocharged engine was smooth, quiet, and eager to please, with decent acceleration when I floored the pedal. The 6-speed automatic shifted crisply and smoothly, and the brakes were firm, linear, and positive. I love them, especially because they are discs front and rear, a feature that is thankfully becoming the norm even on small economy cars. To be fair, the following will be mere quibbles and nothing in the list would prevent me from buying or renting one again. My biggest issue with this car was the parking brake. Although it was a nice touch to have a pedal-operated parking brake that kept my hands free, this one was mounted fairly high, had very little travel, and was stiff.My wife's 2011 Camry has a pedal-operated parking brake that is effortless to use. In comparison, the parking brake in this car was difficult to disengage fully, and I had to check the dashboard indicator light to ensure it was off. While some owners may opt to use the transmission to keep the car from rolling away, I prefer to use the parking brake. Moving on to the stop-start feature, I found it to be a welcome addition. The engine shut down and restarted so quickly and smoothly that I didn't even notice it was happening at first. The tachometer displays when the feature is active, dipping below zero to an area labelled as 'AUTO STOP'. However, I did find it frustrating that the feature is disabled entirely if you take your foot off the brake to creep forward a bit. Additionally, putting the car in Park or turning on the air conditioning causes the engine to restart. The windows are one-shot on the downward travel, but must be held in the up direction. I find it odd that other manufacturers don't offer one-shot on all windows in both directions. Lastly, the manumatic shift feature was confusing to me and I had to Google it to figure out how it worked. In my opinion, it should be removed entirely as it seems like a waste of engineering.To shift gears, move the shifter down into L range and then use the '+' or '-' button on top of the selector to get higher or lower gears. It would be more convenient to have a gate to the left or right of the selector and allow the shifter itself to be toggled, similar to how Mazda has it: pull back for upshifts, push forward for downshifts. The steering is nicely weighted and feels direct, although it can be a little too sensitive at the centre, making it a bit tricky to keep straight in a lane, especially with crosswinds. As for the stereo, the volume up and down controls are hidden on the underside of the right-hand spoke of the steering wheel, which can be a bit inconvenient. There are also two other buttons under the left spoke that I have yet to figure out. One thing I dislike is that the reverse lights come on when you exit the car, which can be a bit confusing and potentially dangerous. Overall, this is an amazing little car that deserves consideration.
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I recently purchased a GM Certified Pre-Owned 2017 Cruze Premier with only 15k miles on it. Although I initially intended to buy a Malibu, I was pleasantly surprised by the Cruze's performance during the test drive and decided to purchase it instead. I have driven it for a few weeks now, covering over 1000 miles, and it has not disappointed me. The seat comfort and ride quality are great, even during my 100+ mile round trip to work through moderate rush hour traffic. The Bluetooth, Android Auto, SiriusXM, voice recognition, and climate controls all work flawlessly without any hiccups. The 1.4L turbo engine has plenty of pep, making merging and passing on the freeway easy. The gas mileage has been impressive, averaging a little over 33 combined, with the trip computer reading as high as 42 in highway driving. Overall, I am very satisfied with my purchase and look forward to seeing how it performs in the long run.Update at 33k miles: I'm still completely satisfied with this car. I haven't had any problems or repairs. Actually, I think I like the car even more now than when I first bought it.
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I'm so glad to hear that you had a great experience with your 2014 Cruze! It's wonderful that you decided to lease the 2017 model once your current lease expired. The new and improved Cruze is truly exceptional in every way imaginable. The handling, safety, appearance, technology, visibility, fuel efficiency, and rear seat room have all been improved, making it the perfect vehicle to take you back and forth from school. If you're worried about the start/stop technology, don't be! It's a seamless transition and you won't even notice the engine turning off as you stop at a red light. The kinetic blue with the RS package looks fantastic, and I'm so glad to hear that the Apple Car Play works perfectly with your phone. It sounds like you made the right choice between this and the Civic, and the dealership's great offer was the icing on the cake!
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I've always owned Asian and German cars, but I decided to try an American car and went with the Cruze. I was pleasantly surprised with how smooth it drives and the beautiful interior design. As a 6 ft guy, I find the front seats very comfortable, and even though the back seat could have more headroom, it's still comfortable for a small car. In my opinion, the hatchback is even more comfortable than the sedan. The auto start and stop feature is awesome, with a very smooth transition that you won't even notice. It's much better than BMW's auto start feature, which is not as smooth as Chevy's. The car is very quiet and smooth on the road, and you barely feel harsh roads. As a commuter, I don't care much about power, and the MPG is amazing. I'm also impressed with the technology, and I'm sure Chevrolet will continue to improve this car. Overall, I'm very satisfied with this car!
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The last time I owned a Chevy was 20 years ago. I bought a Subaru after that, which lasted for 20 years with few complaints. The only reason I did not buy another one is that it moved out of my budget. The last Chevy I owned required a lot of maintenance, but Chevy's quality has improved dramatically since then. However, there is still some driver window air noise, and the paint is still suspect as it scratches too easily. The trunk space is also lacking, and it cannot fit golf clubs without the back seats down. On the bright side, the mileage is phenomenal, achieving 41 mpg+ on the highway and 33 mpg combined. I opted for the Bose sound system, and it provides great sound. The car is quite comfortable, and I drove several hours on a road trip with no seat fatigue. They could put a 3 sec. delay in the Auto-Stop feature, for when a stop is only temporary, but you can crawl through a stop sign or kick it in neutral if you want to bypass it. I think this would be a better car for a young person, as it has all the communications you could ask for. It has good acceleration, handles well except in deep snow, and is fun to drive. ***2020 update*** I now have 25,000 trouble-free miles on my Cruze hatchback. I put 5500 miles on from two road trips. The mileage is still excellent, actually achieving 55 mpg on long, flat, straightaways. Nice touring car! After putting a bug deflector on, I have not had any more stone chips in the hood. The resale value seems to be holding up now, probably because more people are discovering the value in this car. ***2021 Update*** Still going strong four years after purchase with no issues! UPDATE*** No problems! 2022 Update*** No problems! 2023 Update*** No problems! 2023 UPDATE ***No Problems 2024 Update*** No problems!
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Are you having problems with your 2017 Chevrolet Cruze?
Layne Cole 2025-07-19
If you live in a cold climate, it may be best to avoid purchasing this engine for your Chevy vehicle. Unfortunately, the turbo has been known to freeze, causing the car to go into safe mode and requiring a visit to the shop. This issue has been ongoing for two years and, despite bulletins being posted by Chevy dealers, there is still no fix for the problem. It is disappointing that Chevy is not standing behind their product, especially since this issue is well-known. I understand your frustration and hope that a solution can be found soon.
Emery Cronin 2025-06-22
After reading several positive reviews, we decided to make the purchase. However, we later experienced some issues with the engine. In hindsight, we should have read the negative reviews as well. It is disappointing to have to replace the engine at only 70,000 miles, despite our regular maintenance and oil changes. We are still making car payments and now have to pay for a new engine. It is frustrating that GM is aware of these issues but continues to sell this model. We have heard similar stories from others who are also struggling with the same problem.
Fabian Kihn 2025-04-28
Within 90 days my new 2017 Chevy Cruze stopped on me in the middle of an intersection. Luckily, two kind-hearted strangers helped me push the car to safety. Although the check engine light came on, when I took the car in, they said nothing was wrong with it. However, the On-Star notification indicated that there was a critical engine and transmission repair needed. When I contacted the Chevy dealership, they kindly suggested that I bring it back if it breaks down again, as they cannot find anything wrong with it. Thank you for your understanding!
Nigel McClure 2024-11-20
Sorry to hear that you are disappointed.
Mekhi Bartell 2024-11-17
The 'auto stop' feature on the 2017 Cruze can be a bit inconvenient in certain situations, such as when trying to get out of a busy parking lot or when driving behind a school bus. However, it is important to note that this feature is designed to improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions. While it may take some getting used to, the benefits of this feature are worth it in the long run. It's also worth mentioning that Chevy has designed the Cruze with the latest technology and safety features, making it a reliable and efficient choice for drivers.