{"id":45807,"date":"2022-05-12T23:34:00","date_gmt":"2022-05-13T06:34:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=45807"},"modified":"2024-02-03T07:36:23","modified_gmt":"2024-02-03T15:36:23","slug":"chevrolet-cruze-reliability-and-common-problems","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/chevrolet-cruze-reliability-and-common-problems\/","title":{"rendered":"Chevrolet Cruze Reliability and Common Problems"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 5<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><style>.kadence-column_a136a9-52 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;}.kadence-column_a136a9-52 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column_a136a9-52 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column_a136a9-52 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column_a136a9-52 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column_a136a9-52 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column_a136a9-52 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column_a136a9-52{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column_a136a9-52 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column_a136a9-52 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column inner-column-1 kadence-column_a136a9-52 qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-3a20cf  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-26feca\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_d5c160-b3, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_d5c160-b3[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_d5c160-b3\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_d5c160-b3 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_d5c160-b3[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_d5c160-b3\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-family:Inter;font-weight:500;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_d5c160-b3 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_d5c160-b3[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_d5c160-b3\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading_d5c160-b3 summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_d5c160-b3\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>RepairPal gives the Chevy Cruze a reliability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, ranking it 26th out of 36 compact cars.<\/li><li>The annual repair and maintenance cost for the model is approximately $545.<\/li><li>The top problems that plague the Chevy Cruze include engine problems, cracked pistons, and electrical failures.<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>With its stellar fuel economy and great ownership costs, it&rsquo;s no wonder why the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/chevrolet\/cruze\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Chevrolet Cruze\">Chevrolet Cruze<\/a> makes an excellent daily driver. It has a forecasted residual value of 67% after five years, losing an estimated $2,700 from its original price, according to <a href=\"https:\/\/caredge.com\/chevrolet\/cruze\/depreciation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"CarEdge.com\">CarEdge.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is the Chevy Cruze Reliable?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/repairpal.com\/reliability\/chevrolet\/cruze\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"RepairPal\">RepairPal<\/a> gives the Chevy Cruze a reliability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, ranking it 26th out of 36 compact cars. The annual repair and maintenance cost for the model is approximately $545, which is slightly higher than the average $530 for compact cars. Most owners of the Chevy Cruze tend to bring in their cars for unscheduled repairs 0.4 times a year with a 12% probability of having a severe problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Meanwhile, the 2016 and 2017 Cruze redesigns received the highest reliability scores from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jdpower.com\/cars\/2016\/chevrolet\/cruze\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"J.D. Power\">J.D. Power<\/a>, with both model years earning 88 points out of 100. This ranks the 2017 model second best behind the Toyota Prius and the 2016 redesign at sixth place in their respective classes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Hustles as hard as you do. <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/Cruze?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"#Cruze\">#Cruze<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/TuDpapzQjN\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"pic.twitter.com\/TuDpapzQjN\">pic.twitter.com\/TuDpapzQjN<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Chevrolet (@chevrolet) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/chevrolet\/status\/864527374444048386?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"May 16, 2017\">May 16, 2017<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Top Chevy Cruze Problems<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Over time, the Chevy Cruze is bound to develop issues that could affect its drivability and quality due to damaged or worn-out parts. Below are the Chevy Cruze&rsquo;s most common problems as reported by its owners across different model years:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Engine Problems<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Many 2018 Chevy Cruzes have been reported to have a couple of engine problems. Owners of the affected models have complained that their engines would stall while driving. The issue may be caused by a bad alternator, faulty sensors, or lack of fuel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Engine failure has also been another problem found in many 2018 redesigns. There have been cases where drivers would notice their vehicles sputtering and emitting smoke from under the hood. Some owners have also reported that their engines died multiple times within the first two months of purchasing their cars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/2018-Chevrolet-Cruze-Hatch-Diesel-Chevrolet-Pressroom-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"2018 Chevrolet Cruze Hatch Diesel Chevrolet Pressroom\" class=\"wp-image-45830\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/2018-Chevrolet-Cruze-Hatch-Diesel-Chevrolet-Pressroom-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/2018-Chevrolet-Cruze-Hatch-Diesel-Chevrolet-Pressroom-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/2018-Chevrolet-Cruze-Hatch-Diesel-Chevrolet-Pressroom-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/2018-Chevrolet-Cruze-Hatch-Diesel-Chevrolet-Pressroom-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/2018-Chevrolet-Cruze-Hatch-Diesel-Chevrolet-Pressroom-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/2018-Chevrolet-Cruze-Hatch-Diesel-Chevrolet-Pressroom-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/2018-Chevrolet-Cruze-Hatch-Diesel-Chevrolet-Pressroom.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>Some 2018 Chevy Cruzes have been reported to have a couple of engine problems. Owners of the affected models have complained that their engines would stall while driving. Image source: <a href=\"https:\/\/media.chevrolet.com\/media\/us\/en\/chevrolet\/search_results.modal.18.id.3701.html\/content\/dam\/Media\/images\/US\/Vehicles\/Chevrolet\/Cars\/CruzeHatchDiesel\/2018\/Product\/2018-Chevrolet-CruzeHatch-Diesel-046.jpg\/3701.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"Chevrolet Pressroom\">Chevrolet Pressroom<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Several drivers determined that their vehicle&rsquo;s engine failed due to a damaged cylinder that leaked oil from under the car. In some cases, metal shrapnel also contaminated the turbo injector, which resulted in more expensive repairs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep in mind that improper lubrication, detonation, a blown head gasket, and using the wrong fuel may also cause engine failure. So if you&rsquo;re dealing with the same problem, make sure to have your vehicle checked by a licensed mechanic immediately to get an accurate diagnosis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cracked Piston<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Many drivers of the 2017 Chevy Cruze have complained about a cracked <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/piston\/chevrolet\/cruze\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"piston\">piston<\/a> that caused their vehicles to idle roughly or lose power when accelerating. Replacing this part usually costs around $100 plus labor costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Electrical Failure<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Electrical failure has been a common complaint among drivers of the 2016 redesign. Some owners have reported being unable to start their cars, while others complained about having defective radios and an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/check-engine-light-flashing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"illuminated check engine light\">illuminated check engine light<\/a>. These problems are typically caused by a dead battery, stuck relay, a bad alternator, and a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/blown-alternator-fuse-symptoms-location-and-faq\/#Other_Electrical_Oddities\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"blown fuse\">blown fuse<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"article-search-widget\">\n<div class=\"cp-search\">\n<div align=\"center\">\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/image\/upload\/w_auto,dpr_auto\/carparts\/logos\/badge_wordmark\/full_color\/CP_LOGO_COLOUR_RGB\" alt=\"CarParts.com\" width=\"300\" height=\"56\">\n<\/div>\n<form id=\"cpsearchform\" name=\"cpsearchform\" action=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/search\" method=\"get\" target=\"_blank\" accept-charset=\"character_set\" aria-label=\"search CarParts.com\">\n    <input type=\"text\" class=\"keyword\" name=\"q\" placeholder=\"Search for parts on CarParts.com\" value=\"\" aria-label=\"Search CarParts.com\"><input type=\"submit\" class=\"btn-search\" value=\"Search\" aria-label=\"Search\">\n<\/form>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Harsh Shifting<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some owners of the 2011-2016 Cruze redesigns have complained about their transmissions slipping and shifting hard when changing gears. These issues may be caused by faulty software. Resetting the transmission controller and updating the transmission usually resolved the drivability problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Faulty or damaged shift solenoids and valve bodies may also create the same problem. A new <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/automatic-transmission-solenoid\/chevrolet\/cruze\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"shift solenoid\">shift solenoid<\/a> for the Cruze usually costs around $40, while a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/valve-body\/chevrolet\/cruze\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"valve body\">valve body<\/a> can cost anywhere between $200 and $800 plus labor costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Steering Problems<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Many owners of the 2014 redesign have complained about problems with their vehicles&rsquo; steering. Drivers of the affected model year have reported that their Cruze&rsquo;s steering would stick at highway speeds and jerk when the power assist returned. There have also been reports of total power steering loss from some drivers, which increased the risk of accidents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Faulty Water Pump<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/2014-Chevrolet-Cruze-Clean-Turbo-Diesel-Chevrolet-Pressroom-1024x667.jpg\" alt=\"2014 Chevrolet Cruze Clean Turbo Diesel Chevrolet Pressroom\" class=\"wp-image-45831\" width=\"1024\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/2014-Chevrolet-Cruze-Clean-Turbo-Diesel-Chevrolet-Pressroom-1024x667.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/2014-Chevrolet-Cruze-Clean-Turbo-Diesel-Chevrolet-Pressroom-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/2014-Chevrolet-Cruze-Clean-Turbo-Diesel-Chevrolet-Pressroom-768x500.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/2014-Chevrolet-Cruze-Clean-Turbo-Diesel-Chevrolet-Pressroom-1536x1000.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/2014-Chevrolet-Cruze-Clean-Turbo-Diesel-Chevrolet-Pressroom-150x98.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/2014-Chevrolet-Cruze-Clean-Turbo-Diesel-Chevrolet-Pressroom.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>Some drivers of the 2014 Chevy Cruze have reported having a faulty water pump that caused their engines to overheat and damage the head gasket. Image source: <a href=\"https:\/\/media.chevrolet.com\/media\/us\/en\/chevrolet\/search_results.modal.16.id.2638.html\/content\/dam\/Media\/images\/US\/Vehicles\/Chevrolet\/Cars\/Cruze-Diesel\/2014\/Product\/2014-Chevrolet-Cruze-TD-030.jpg\/2638.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"Chevrolet Pressroom\">Chevrolet Pressroom<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Some drivers of the 2014 Chevy Cruze have reported having a faulty water pump that caused their engines to overheat and damage the head gasket. Bad seals, a loose drive pulley, damaged belts, and corrosion are the most common reasons why the water pump may fail. A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/water-pump\/chevrolet\/cruze\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"water pump\">water pump<\/a> replacement can cost anywhere between $30 and $100 plus labor costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Coolant Leaks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/coolant-leak-symptoms-plus-faq\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Coolant leaks\">Coolant leaks<\/a> have been a widely reported 2011 Chevy Cruze problem. Owners of the affected models have complained about the smell of antifreeze leaking inside the cabin. Some of them spotted white smoke coming from under the hood. Others have also reported that their vehicle&rsquo;s air conditioning unit automatically shut off because the leak caused the engine to overheat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Due to the high volume of complaints, a proposed class-action lawsuit was filed against General Motors in 2014. The plaintiffs argued that a lot of units from the 2011 redesign had a mechanical defect that caused antifreeze to leak from the radiator. They added that the problem remained even after taking their vehicles to the dealership multiple times to address the issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The lawsuit also stated that the automaker issued two technical service bulletins (TSBs) about the coolant leaks, but General Motors failed to inform the public. In 2016, General Motors was granted a motion to dismiss the proposed class-action lawsuit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Most common Chevy Cruze coolant system leaks! - Malibu\/Impala as well\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3aJXJRH4HrU?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Transmission Failure<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Transmission failure has been a commonly reported problem among 2011 Cruze owners. Drivers of the affected units have complained about hearing rattling noises from their vehicles before their Chevy automatically shifted to reverse. Some have also reported that their vehicles would sometimes get stuck in drive or suddenly accelerate and slow down. Factors that may cause transmission failure include a bad <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/torque-converter\/chevrolet\/cruze\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"torque converter\">torque converter<\/a>, faulty clutch, low transmission fluid, and a defective <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/automatic-transmission-solenoid\/chevrolet\/cruze\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"transmission solenoid\">transmission solenoid<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite being a dependable daily driver, issues caused by faulty parts may still affect the Chevy Cruze&rsquo;s performance and quality. To keep yours running for a long time, you must stay on top of its repair and maintenance and keep an eye out for the most common issues your car may face in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Get Quality Replacement Parts For Your Chevrolet Cruze<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As a daily driver, the Chevrolet Cruze is no doubt a good choice for those looking for a reliable and classy vehicle. However, it does face a few common problems you need to watch out for if you want to keep yourself safe on the road. Its engine stalling while you drive is one of the most alarming issues, and should be addressed as soon as possible. Thankfully, CarParts.com has your back if you need any replacement parts for your Chevrolet Cruze.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/carparts.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" aria-label=\"CarParts.com\">CarParts.com<\/a> boasts a wide range of different trusted aftermarket brands. The many quality parts in our catalog are easy to find and scroll through, and we can guarantee they fit your Chevrolet Cruze if you use our built-in vehicle selector. Ordering is a breeze, and it takes only a few quick clicks to go through our secure and convenient checkout. If you have any questions or concerns, our helpful and friendly customer support team is also here to assist around the clock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Place your order today for a new Chevrolet <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/alternator\/chevrolet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"alternator\">alternator<\/a> or other parts at CarParts.com.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 5<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>With its stellar fuel economy and great ownership costs, it&rsquo;s no wonder why the Chevrolet Cruze makes an excellent daily&#8230; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/chevrolet-cruze-reliability-and-common-problems\/\" rel=\"nofollow\">Read More<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":45829,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[3860,2905],"tags":[983],"ppma_author":[2607,3269],"class_list":{"0":"post-45807","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-chevrolet","8":"category-vehicle-reliability","9":"tag-chevrolet-cruze","10":"entry"},"acf":{"adrotate_specific_mobile_ad":"","adrotate_specific_desktop_ad":""},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.6 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Chevrolet Cruze Reliability and Common Problems - In The Garage with CarParts.com<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Find out the most common problems that plague the Chevrolet Cruze\u2019s different model years. 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