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Vehicle history — accidents, title & owners
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1G1BE5SM7H7••••••2017 Chevrolet CRUZE
This build draws 2.0× more complaints than the average 2017 Chevrolet CRUZE build (5 vs 3).
5on this build
194on the model
77builds in total
Most reportedEngine 4Electrical System 2Visibility/wiper 1Vehicle Speed Control 1
What owners of this build wrote
Power TrainApr 2024
To whom it may concern, I am writing to express my deep disappointment and frustration regarding my recent experience with my 2017 Chevrolet Cruze. It has come to my attention that there is a known issue with the piston in the engine of this model, and unfortunately, I have…
EngineOct 2020
64,000 miles, car started sputtering, service stabilitrac and check engine lights came on. Dealership said piston ring broke and scored the cylinder wall beyond repair. Need to replace engine
Vehicle Speed ControlDec 2019
Vehicle was in motion going approx 35 mph uphill on residential road when it started vibrating and "service stabilitrak" light came on. Pulled over into gas station and shut car off. Sat for 2 minutes before turning back on. Service stabilitrak light remained on with some…
Electrical SystemAug 2018
On several occasions while in traffic the engine shut down for the "auto start" and failed to restart upon releasing the brake. The car stalls completely out at which point I have to place the car in park and start it again before putting it in drive to proceed. While in traffic…
Visibility/wiperJun 2018
Right after I purchased the 2017 chevy cruze I noticed a small delay with the wipers when they were in downward motion but really didn't think anything of it. However, a month later I'm driving on the highway in the rain the wipers froze in the upward position! Probably one of…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1G1BE5SM7H7116752 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.