2019 CHEVROLET Cruze Problems

Complaints Reported

Complaints by Component

POWER TRAIN

3 complaints

The bolts on the transmission accumulator needs to be replaced I see an unrepaired recall

Feb 24, 2024

Transmission leak coming from the main seal on the transmission

Jan 08, 2023

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 dealer advised her that her vehicle was fine and that there were no problems with the vehicle. The contact stated that December 2021 , her son was driving her vehicle at approximately 55 MPH on the highway ,the vehicle had began to stall and loose power. The contact stated that her son was safely able to pull off to the side of the road, however, the vehicle was unable to start and had to be towed. The contact stated that she had the vehicle towed to the dealer, where it remains, where she was advised that her transmission was destroyed due to the same failure she had recently taken her vehicle in to be repaired due to the previous recall. The contact stated that the dealer advised her if she were to have her vehicle repaired, she would have to pay out of pocket. The contact stated that she then contacted the manufacturer and was advised that they would pay half of the cost of the repair, however she would be responsible for the remaining balance. The mileage failure was 66,000.

Jan 26, 2022

AIR BAGS

2 complaints

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 experiencing the new failure. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who failed to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 91,000.

Jun 14, 2023

The airbags did not deploy, and the driver hit the windshield.

Mar 02, 2022

Crash: 1

Injuries: 1

SERVICE BRAKES

2 complaints

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 spoke with the Shop lead, he is aware of the problem, but stated my vehicle is not included in the recall for the same problem as other vehicles of the same make and model.

Feb 14, 2022

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 ONLY AIR BUT LOUD AIR AND GRINDING, TOOK IT BACK TO DEALER NEXT DAY ,,AND THEY DID NOTHING (MARLOW HEIGHTS) HE TOLD ME TO COME BACK MONDAY CAUSE IT FOUND LIKE FAULTY BRAKE ISSUE,, I LOOKED IT UP AND SOME MODELS WHERE RECALLED FOR SAME THING.ASSOCIATE TOLD ME THEY DO SERVICE ON RECALLS MON-FRI,(WHICH I THOUGHT WAS STRANGE CAUSE BRAKES ARE SERIOUS NOBODY COULD CHECK NOTHING?)), CAME BACK MONDAY THEY PUT MY CAR ON ELECTRONIC MACHINE NO FLAGS WHERE ON MY SYSTEM,,FOR SENSORS GOING OFF! BUT I HAD NO BREAK FUNCTION ON THAT SATURDAY,,THIS NEED TO BE LOOKED INTO BY GM.

May 06, 2019

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SEAT BELTS,ENGINE

1 complaint

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 issue as well. This is still an issue concerning of my safety. Paying for inconvenience

Apr 27, 2025

ENGINE

1 complaint

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 CHEVROLET GMC OPEL FEBI BILSTEIN 181945.

Feb 09, 2025

POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

1 complaint

The vehicle needs the transmission bolts replaced has a recall need repaired as as possible. The automatic transmission jerk

Jun 04, 2024

TIRES

1 complaint

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.

May 13, 2024

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE

1 complaint

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 not adjust easily . I would have to press on the gas so hardly to be able to proceed. The worst of all is when am at a traffic light and it turns green that I must proceed the car will not move. I get stuck for a short period and then i would pressed on the gas and all of a sudden you will hear a heavy noise. I drive without AC in summertime often because the car would be stuck, stuck i repeat on the road without moving if my AC is on. It is terrible i must turn off my AC to be able to drive and if i do not am at risk of getting hit by the car behind me. This has been so hard on me and i am really distressed.

Jun 23, 2022

POWER TRAIN,ENGINE

1 complaint

I was driving and the car slide and went up a small hill and came down hard ending locked there was no ice

Apr 15, 2022

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM,BACK OVER PREVENTION

1 complaint

Carvana

Jan 16, 2022

Crash: 1

Fire: 1

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 complaint

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.

Aug 06, 2021

VISIBILITY

1 complaint

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 dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure however, no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 1,500.

Jun 15, 2021

VISIBILITY/WIPER

1 complaint

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.

May 09, 2019

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

1 complaint

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 FAILURE TO YIELD. I HIT A VEHICLE AND WAS CHARGED AT FAULT IN THE ACCIDENT. THE VEHICLE IS A RENTAL CAR.

Feb 11, 2019

Crash: 1

Injuries: 2

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many problems does the 2019 CHEVROLET Cruze have?

The 2019 CHEVROLET Cruze currently has 18 owner-reported complaints according to NHTSA database. These complaints are organized by component to help identify common issues.

What are the most common problems with 2019 CHEVROLET Cruze?

The most common problems reported for the 2019 CHEVROLET Cruze are organized by component above. Each component section shows owner-reported issues, crash reports, and fire incidents to help identify patterns and problem areas.

Where does this 2019 CHEVROLET Cruze problem data come from?

All problem and complaint data for the 2019 CHEVROLET Cruze comes directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) database. These are real complaints submitted by actual vehicle owners.