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Vehicle history — accidents, title & owners
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1G1PC5SH6B7••••••2011 Chevrolet CRUZE
This build draws 2.5× more complaints than the average 2011 Chevrolet CRUZE build (17 vs 7).
17on this build
631on the model
92builds in total
Most reportedPower Train 8Engine 6Electronic Stability Control (esc) 5Electrical System 3
What owners of this build wrote
Power TrainApr 2026
The primary failure is a total loss of engine power and electrical systems while the vehicle is in motion. The dealership (Ray Skillman Southside Mitsubishi) has diagnosed this as a failed engine/body control computer system. The vehicle is currently located at the dealership's…
EngineApr 2026
The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated that the traction control warning light was illuminated. The…
Electronic Stability Control (esc)Jan 2018
While on the highway and on the street multiple times this vehicle has shut down reducing engine power with service traction control sensor appear on the dash board. The car engine begins to make noises and slow abruptly. I have pulled over turn the car off then on and it stop.…
Unknown Or OtherNov 2017
Noticed I was losing coolant rapidly, full tank within 1-2 days, only driving about 7 miles to work and back. . Took to dealership (where purchased) and they determined engine coolant leaking from faulty water pump. Thought the issue would be covered by gm extended warranty…
Vehicle Speed ControlJun 2017
I purchased a certified pre-owned car on jan. 2015. Since mid-2016 (one and a half year since I owned the car) I've been noticing that my check engine light turned on every now and then, and gear shifting became significantly lagging around 30mph. Every single time in a service…
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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 1G1PC5SH6B7118255 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.