2019 Chevrolet Cruze Problems
Shopping for a used 2019 Chevrolet Cruze? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Based on 19 real NHTSA owner complaints, with Transmission / Drivetrain the most reported area.
Before you buy
This 2019 Chevrolet Cruze has 19 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Transmission / Drivetrain.
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2019 Chevrolet Cruze Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 7 2019 Chevrolet Cruze trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 7 trims analysed.
2019 Chevrolet Cruze Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2019 Chevrolet Cruze 5 HB FWDOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
10.7% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
10.7% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2019 Chevrolet Cruze has 19 owner complaints, 3 crash-related complaints, and 2 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Transmission / Drivetrain. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Chevrolet
- Model
- Cruze
- Model year
- 2019
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 19
- Crash-related complaints
- 3
- Safety recall campaigns
- 2
- Top reported component
- Transmission / Drivetrain
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 32
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 28 / 38
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- NHTSA overall safety rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA frontal crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA side crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 4/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Common problems
Most common 2019 Chevrolet Cruze problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Transmission / Drivetrain
Engine Problems
Electrical Faults
Complaint patterns center on Transmission / Drivetrain, Engine Problems, 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 2019 Chevrolet Cruze?
The 2019 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 2019 Chevrolet Cruze
Inspection Focus
- Inspect transmission and drivetrain for any signs of issues.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for transmission, engine, and electrical systems.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect transmission and drivetrain for any signs of issues.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for transmission, engine, and electrical systems.
- Have a mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase.
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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 19 NHTSA complaints for the 2019 Chevrolet Cruze, issues appear concentrated in the transmission/drivetrain and engine. There are also reports of electrical faults, airbag malfunctions, and unintended acceleration. With only one model year analyzed and a low confidence level, these patterns should be interpreted cautiously.
- Transmission/drivetrain complaints are the most reported issue.
- Engine problems are the second most common complaint category.
- There are 2 crash-related complaints and 2 recalls for this model year.
- Transmission / Drivetrain issues, with 6 complaints.
- Engine Problems, with 5 complaints.
- Electrical Faults, with 3 complaints.
Full breakdown
All 2019 Chevrolet Cruze complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2019 Chevrolet Cruze. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Visibility | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 1 | 1 | — | — |
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 2019 Chevrolet Cruze. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
For a year I have had my car to the shop multiple times due to a musty smell inside my car. I have never been able to find any fluids or moisture inside the car, however, the inside of my windshield tends to get a weird film on it, I am constantly cleaning to keep visibility espe…
I am leasing this vehicle and it continues to have warning light on staring the vehicle engine power reduced as I'm driving and holds back vehicle and also airbag restraining system light continues also to be on. This is not normal wear and tear and I read previous years had this…
Timing chain rattles, due the the chain tensioner not having motor oil at early morning start-up. This causes the chain to be loose and eventually engine damage. Europe already issued recalls to this issue. They solved this issue by installing a seal, TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER FOR…
The vehicle needs the transmission bolts replaced has a recall need repaired as as possible. The automatic transmission jerk
When going in to get new tires, I was infomred the Primwall 205/55R16 I had had put on the car less than 2 years ago are now seperating. So far, the company is unwilling to replace them.
The bolts on the transmission accumulator needs to be replaced I see an unrepaired recall
The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle and shifting into drive(D), the SRS warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact stated that the air bag warning light had been illuminated for months prior to experienci…
Transmission leak coming from the main seal on the transmission
Unknown I purchased this vehicle in 2019 About 2 and half years now. This car engine is malfunctioning. When i am driving uphill the speed is not transitioning and it had caused other vehicles behind me to slow down. Second major problem is during the summer season the speed does…
I was driving and the car slide and went up a small hill and came down hard ending locked there was no ice
The airbags did not deploy, and the driver hit the windshield.
Brakes on vehicle failed while driving down the freeway, when I needed to slow down to take my exit. Brakes were hard, and would not stop the vehicle. I shifted into neutral, and used the ramp to stop the vehicle. Car is currently at the Wilsonville Chevrolet for repairs. When I…
The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated that in January of 2021 she had taken her vehicle to the dealer to be repaired due to a recall NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V668000 (Power Train). The contact stated that when she had taken her vehicle to be repaired, the de…
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Front window defrost loses function/power, where the front window fogs up and can't see road ahead. Vehicle must be fully restarted to re-engage the defrost function. Radio also has the same issue.
The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated that the front windshield defroster failed to operate properly causing the windshield to remain foggy. The failure caused a visibility hazard for the driver. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dea…
THE WINDSHIELD THAT CHEVROLET PUTS IN THESE CARS IS NOT VERY CLEAR, I WORK IN THE GLASS INDUSTRY AND I NOTICE IT EVERY TIME I DRIVE IT. YOU CAN SEE DISTORTION IN THE FILM OF THE LAMINATED GLASS. THEY REPLACED THE WINDSHIELD ONCE, AND I STILL SEE THE DISTORTION.
MY CAR IS BRAND NEW BROUGHT IT AT 9MILES ON DASH. EXACTLY 2 MONTHS LATER OUTTA NOWHERE THERE WAS THIS GRINDING SOUND WHEN I WOULD BRAKE LIKE THE SOUND OF ROOTERS GRINDING AS IF BRAKES WHERE BAD ,,4 OTHER PEOPLE HEARD AND WITNESSED IT,, I PUMPED BRAKE IT FELT LIKE AND SOUND LIKE O…
I WAS STOPPED IN THE LEFT TURNING LANE ATTEMPTING TO CROSS A HIGHWAY. WHEN I TURNED LEFT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. I PRESSED THE PEDAL ALL THE WAY DOWN BUT THE CAR WAS CREEPING. I COULD NOT CROSS THE HIGHWAY AND WAS STRUCK IN ONCOMING TRAFFIC. I WAS GIVEN A TICKET FOR FA…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2019 Chevrolet Cruze.
Safety recalls
2019 Chevrolet Cruze recalls
2 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2019 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.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
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Questions
2019 Chevrolet Cruze buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2019 Chevrolet Cruze reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 19 owner complaints, 3 crash-related complaints, and 2 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2019 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 2019 Chevrolet Cruze?▾
#1: Transmission / Drivetrain (6 complaints). #2: Engine Problems (5 complaints). #3: Electrical Faults (3 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2019 Chevrolet Cruze?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2019 Chevrolet Cruze?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2019 Chevrolet Cruze, NHTSA complaints include 3 crash-related reports and 1 fire reports out of 19 total complaints. 3 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2019 Chevrolet Cruze have any recalls?▾
Yes. 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2019 Chevrolet Cruze. A major recall area is POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. 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 2019 Chevrolet Cruze?▾
The 2019 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 Transmission / Drivetrain 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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