2017 Chevrolet Cruze Problems

Severe Issues

Shopping for a used 2017 Chevrolet Cruze? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Based on 200 real NHTSA owner complaints, with Engine Problems the most reported area.

older3 years2018

Before you buy

This 2017 Chevrolet Cruze has 200 NHTSA complaints β€” top issue: Engine Problems.

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200
Complaints
8
Crashes
6
Fires
5
Injuries
β€”
Fatalities
2
Recalls

2017 Chevrolet Cruze Fuel Economy

βœ“ EPA Official Data

EPA-rated fuel economy across 8 2017 Chevrolet Cruze trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.

29
MPG City
28–31 range
39
MPG Hwy
37–52 range
33
MPG Combined
31–37 range
269
g COβ‚‚/mile
Regular Gasoline
πŸ’°Saves $1,750 vs. avg vehicle over 5 years

Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 8 trims analysed.

2017 Chevrolet Cruze Safety Ratings

NHTSA 5-Star Program4 variants tested β€” showing 2017 Chevrolet Cruze 5 DR FWD Later Release

Official crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.

Overall

5/5

10.7% rollover risk

Frontal Crash

5/5

Side Crash

4/5

Rollover

4/5

10.7% probability

βœ“Stability Control: Standardβ—‹Forward Collision Warning: Optionalβ—‹Lane Departure Warning: Optional

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.

Quick Answer

Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze has 200 owner complaints, 8 crash-related complaints, and 2 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Engine Problems. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.

2017 Chevrolet Cruze β€” key reliability facts
Make
Chevrolet
Model
Cruze
Model year
2017
NHTSA owner complaints
200
Crash-related complaints
8
Safety recall campaigns
2
Top reported component
Engine Problems
Reliability signal
Severe Issues
EPA MPG combined
33
EPA MPG city / highway
29 / 39
Fuel type
Regular Gasoline
NHTSA overall safety rating
5/5 stars
NHTSA frontal crash rating
5/5 stars
NHTSA side crash rating
4/5 stars
NHTSA rollover rating
4/5 stars
Electronic stability control
Standard

Common problems

Most common 2017 Chevrolet Cruze problems

Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.

#1
76
complaints

Engine Problems

Crash-related:1
Fires:3
Injuries:2
#2
39
complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Fires:1
Injuries:2
#3
33
complaints

Electrical Faults

Fires:2

Complaint patterns center on Engine Problems, Transmission / Drivetrain, Electrical Faults. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.

Buyer verdict

Should you buy a used 2017 Chevrolet Cruze?

The 2017 Chevrolet Cruze shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.

Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.

Pre-purchase

What to check before buying a used 2017 Chevrolet Cruze

Inspection Focus

  • Request service records for engine and transmission repairs.
  • Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
  • Have a mechanic inspect the engine, transmission, and electrical systems before purchase.
  • Check for any outstanding warranty or extended coverage on reported components.

Before You Close the Deal

  • Request service records for engine and transmission repairs.
  • Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
  • Have a mechanic inspect the engine, transmission, and electrical systems before purchase.
  • Check for any outstanding warranty or extended coverage on reported components.

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Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.

Before buying a used 2017 Chevrolet Cruze, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.

AI verdict

What the complaint data suggests

Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology

Based on 200 NHTSA complaints for the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze, issues appear concentrated in the engine, transmission, and electrical systems. While crash-related complaints are few, the data suggests potential reliability concerns that buyers may want to investigate further.

Key Findings
  • Engine problems account for the largest share of complaints with 76 reports.
  • Transmission/drivetrain issues are the second most reported category with 39 complaints.
  • Electrical faults are also notable with 33 complaints.
Top Concerns
  • Engine Problems
  • Transmission / Drivetrain
  • Electrical Faults
Data note: NHTSA complaints are consumer-submitted and do not confirm a manufacturing defect. The confidence level is Low, meaning the data may not be fully representative of all vehicles.

Full breakdown

All 2017 Chevrolet Cruze complaints by category

Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.

ComponentComplaintsCrashesFiresAvg MileageVolume
Engine Problems7613β€”
Transmission / Drivetrain39β€”1β€”
Electrical Faults33β€”2β€”
Uncategorized Issues312β€”β€”
Brake System1911β€”
Structural Problems161β€”β€”
Fuel/Propulsion System15β€”β€”β€”
Headlight/Taillight Failures121β€”β€”
Unintended Acceleration10β€”β€”β€”
Airbag Malfunctions731β€”
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)7β€”β€”β€”
Steering Defects6β€”β€”β€”
Seat-Related Issues51β€”β€”
Visibility/Wiper4β€”β€”β€”
Suspension Failures4β€”β€”β€”
Wheel Issues4β€”β€”β€”
Tire Issues211β€”
Seat Belt Issues1β€”β€”β€”
Air1β€”β€”β€”
Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB1β€”β€”β€”
Door Lock Issues1β€”β€”β€”
Visibility1β€”β€”β€”

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.

In their words

Real owner complaints

Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze. Type a keyword (e.g. β€œtransmission”, β€œstalling”, β€œbrakes”) to filter.

Showing 200 most recent complaints

Uncategorized IssuesMay 13, 2026

Recently my car's check engine light and the message "Service Stabilitrak" started coming up on my car, then my car started shaking while idling. I quickly took the car to my mechanic who assessed it, replaced my spark plugs, which did not solve the issue, and recommended I go to…

Airbag MalfunctionsMay 7, 2026

My airbag light came on. My vehicle has less than 100K miles on it. I took it to the Chevy Dealership that I purchased it from. The dealership indicated that the passenger side rail air bag is the issue. Apparently, that airbag is no longer available. If I wanted to repair it, th…

Structural ProblemsJan 19, 2026

Paint bubbling and rusting alone the car even though it’s washed and is no where near salt never even been hit there are tons of issues with GM paint yall need to fix these and recall every gm car with this issue and wipers are very rough scratching windshield

Engine ProblemsJan 5, 2026

Car is currently not drivable due to strong smell of gas coming from under the hood. Findings, gas is leaking into the engine and car will not crank. Diagnostic machine indicates poor fuel to fuel injector causing a gas leak within the engine.

Transmission / DrivetrainNov 18, 2025

My 2017 Chevy Cruze had the throttle body replaced by STG Auto Group in Montclair, CA. A few months after the repair, my car began shaking violently and then shut off in the middle of the street while I was driving on 11/17/2025 This created a serious safety hazard for me and oth…

Transmission / DrivetrainNov 17, 2025

Apparently there is a TSB from GM regarding the end for updated/replacement of parts concerning the hydraulic piping, slave cylinder and accumulator. My clutch became spongy then stuck on the floor. This happened unexpectedly (reservoir full) while driving and almost caused an a…

Electrical FaultsOct 4, 2025

My head lights stopped working except the day time running lights. The high beams don’t work nor the actual head lights. They just went out.

Engine ProblemsSep 30, 2025

My turbocharger is failing. My car has 83,000 miles, but had to get a completely new engine at 37,000 miles. So the engine is less than 50,000 miles old. My check engine light has turned on and it’s is the turbo charger. General Motors has a Special Coverage Adjustment N232395330…

Airbag MalfunctionsSep 12, 2025

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Steering DefectsAug 9, 2025

The 3rd brake light is known to leak on Chevy cars, which I found out when searching up the issues, which allows water inside trunk without your knowledge and does water damage to the battery and other electrical components that are located in the trunk that controls the dashboar…

Engine ProblemsJul 27, 2025

Check engine light say turbo charger problem code is P0299, i have googled this issue and its pretty common on this vehicle as well as prior years of chevy cruzes. There should be an investigation as to why this issue is so common.

Unintended AccelerationJul 16, 2025

The Cruze has always been slow to accelerate which made passing a problem. In May 2025 we were driving on [XXX] in Detroit and the engine light came on the dashboard. We were able to drive the car without propulsion to Lansing, a distance of 90 miles. Feldman Chevorolet said the …

Engine ProblemsMay 20, 2025

My 2017 Chevrolet Cruze LT (VIN: [XXX] 1.4L turbo, ~85,000 miles) is inoperable due to cracked pistons, a known issue in 2016–2017 models causing misfires and power loss (TSB 18-NA-171). I seek GM goodwill assistance for repair costs (~$3,877–$10,500) and am exploring legal optio…

Fuel/Propulsion SystemMay 1, 2025

There has not been any specific incident, but I have noticed a gasoline odor while driving my car. The smell is particularly strong when I open the trunk. I have had the issue inspected and inquired about the cause, as the odor began suddenly and without any apparent reason.

Electrical FaultsApr 10, 2025

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the door latches independently unlocked and locked. Additionally, the contact stated that the failure had occurred with all four doors. The contact stated that the RPM occasionally…

Uncategorized IssuesApr 2, 2025

The catalytic converter on my Chevy Cruze has failed several times over the course of almost 2 (two) years and required replacement. The most recent replacement was 3/17/2025. The vehicle had diagnostics performed each time. It is my understanding that the life of a catalytic con…

Seat-Related Issues CrashMar 6, 2025

In a rear end collision to my Chevrolet Cruze my driver seat back broke on the left side causing my torso to twist in the accident. This caused disc protrusions in my lumbar and thoracic spine. Vehicle was totaled

Structural ProblemsMar 5, 2025

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact observed a 1-inch crack in the third brake light. The contact stated that there was condensation leaking into the interior of the vehicle near the pillar loop of the seat be…

Engine ProblemsMar 1, 2025

We believe the auto stop is malfunctioning. When stopping at a light the car will go into auto stop and then die. It won't restart without getting out of the car, alarming and locking it, then unlock and get back in. This is our second 2017 cruze hatchback, both purchased bran…

Uncategorized Issues CrashFeb 13, 2025

The shutoff feature that shuts the engine? down while at a full stop/red light, is defective. I was stopped at a red-light and the engine shutdown as a gas-saver feature and stalled and I had to put my car in park and restart it in mid traffic. I was rear-ended by the person behi…

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Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze.

Safety recalls

2017 Chevrolet Cruze recalls

2 campaigns

NHTSA recall campaigns for the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze. 2 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.

Safety recall

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

#18V304000FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINEOct 5, 2018
Safety recall

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

#17V057000SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT26/01/2017

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Questions

2017 Chevrolet Cruze buying FAQ

Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.

Is the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze reliable?β–Ύ

Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 200 owner complaints, 8 crash-related complaints, and 2 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2017 Chevrolet Cruze shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze?β–Ύ

#1: Engine Problems (76 complaints). #2: Transmission / Drivetrain (39 complaints). #3: Electrical Faults (33 complaints)

At what mileage do problems start on the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze?β–Ύ

Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.

How safe is the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze?β–Ύ

Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze, NHTSA complaints include 8 crash-related reports and 6 fire reports out of 200 total complaints. 5 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Does the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze have any recalls?β–Ύ

Yes. 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze. A major recall area is FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE. 2 recall campaigns are on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.

Should I buy a 2017 Chevrolet Cruze?β–Ύ

The 2017 Chevrolet Cruze shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Engine Problems during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.

Wider context: See the full Chevrolet Cruze reliability report with year-by-year comparison.

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