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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 1G1PC5SB2E7263938 · Checked Aug 29, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 24

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1G1PC5SB2E7•••••• 2014 Chevrolet CRUZE

This build draws 4.3× more complaints than the average 2014 Chevrolet CRUZE build (24 vs 6).

24on this build
647on the model
116builds in total
1involved a crash
1involved a fire
Most reported Electrical System 8 Engine 7 Power Train 2 Air Bags 2

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Air Bags crash Mar 2016
The contact owns a 2014 chevrolet cruze. While driving less than 5 mph, the accelerator pedal fractured without warning. The vehicle surged forward and crashed into a tree. The vehicle was coasted back onto the street and parked. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was…
Engine fire Nov 2015
Fuel system failure resulting in catastrophic engine fire. I purchased this vehicle brand new in april 2014. After complaining about engine power loss three months prior, I started smelling a fuel odor the week before thanksgiving, I immediately notified the chevrolet dealer…
Electrical System Oct 2024
ABS pump motor stuck X2 & is available for inspection. Brakes could potentially fail putting mine & other's safety at risk. Warning lamps were illuminated. This is the second time this has happened, pump motor was already replaced. There is a recall issued but not for my vehicle…
Tires Jul 2022
215/60r16. H tp tour as
Engine And Engine Cooling Jul 2022
The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the message “Low Engine Power” was displayed on the instrument panel. The vehicle lost motive power immediately afterwards. The…
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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 1G1PC5SB2E7263938 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.