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2015 Chevrolet Cruze Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Engine — runs 3.1× the fleet median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.
251Complaints
4Recalls
20Crashes
4Fires
13Injured
0Deaths

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

Is this problem acknowledged?

The most-reported problem — Engine (39% of complaints) — recall and investigation status for this vehicle is currently unavailable.

Engine complaints here are 3.1× the median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Engine98 · 39%not available
Electrical System48 · 19.1%RecalledRecall 16V502000
Power Train37 · 14.7%not available
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)30 · 12%not available
Steering24 · 9.6%RecalledRecall 15V442000
Fuel/propulsion System23 · 9.2%not available

Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Complaints by component

ENGINE98 · 39%
Unspecified / other45 · 17.9%
POWER TRAIN37 · 14.7%
STEERING24 · 9.6%
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM23 · 9.2%
AIR BAGS19 · 7.6%
SERVICE BRAKES17 · 6.8%
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL8 · 3.2%

Percentages are the share of the 251 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.

Recalls — 4 campaigns

Electrical System:ignition

NHTSA campaign 16V502000 · 2016 · reported 07/05/2016

If the key is removed without the transmission in PARK, the vehicle may rollaway as occupants are exiting, increasing the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Parking Brake

NHTSA campaign 15V113000 · 2015 · reported 02/27/2015

If the parking brake bracket separates, the parking brake may not hold the vehicle, increasing the risk of a vehicle roll away and a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Seat Belts:front:anchorage

NHTSA campaign 15V876000 · 2015 · reported 12/23/2015

An insufficiently torqued bolt may prevent the seat belt from holding the required load in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Steering

NHTSA campaign 15V442000 · 2015 · reported 07/10/2015

Separation of the tie rod from the steering gear could result in the loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What owners report

“TAKATA RECALL. THE PROBLEM IS OUR WATER PUMP. THE CAR ONLY HAS 63,000 MILES ON IT. WE HAD IT FIXED BY A MECHANIC BUT CAN…”NHTSA complaint 11160614 — filed 12/10/2018 · ENGINE
“WHILE DRIVING I NOTICED MY VEHICLE WASN'T GIVING OUT MUCH HEAT, I WAS FREEZING AND I EVEN LET MY CAR HEAT UP BEFORE LEAVING. SOON…”NHTSA complaint 11156743 — filed 12/07/2018 · ENGINE
“11/14/17 ' PM CHECK ENGINE LIGHT (CEL) 11/15/17 ' HONDA DEALER REFERRED TO CHEVROLET DEALER DUE TO 'PROPRIETARY CODE' 11/16/17 ' 60191 MILES - CHEVROLET…”NHTSA complaint 11129698 — filed 09/15/2018 · ENGINE

Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.

Complaint trend by year filed

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Chevrolet Cruze?

Engine issues are the most-reported category, cited in 98 of 251 NHTSA complaints (39%), followed by electrical system (48), unspecified/other issues (45), power train (37). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2015 Chevrolet Cruze have?

251 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 20 involved a crash, 4 involved a fire, and 13 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.

Does the 2015 Chevrolet Cruze have any recalls?

Yes — 4 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 16V502000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2015 Chevrolet Cruze's reported problems?

Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.

Is a complaint proof of a defect?

No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/12/2026.