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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 3G1BE6SM2HS581981 · Checked Oct 26, 2026
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3G1BE6SM2HS•••••• 2017 Chevrolet CRUZE

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Most reported Service Brakes 1 Power Train 1 Engine 1 Fuel/propulsion System 1

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Power Train Oct 2019
When trying to accelerate quickly the vehicle feels like it's going to die out then the check engine light will come on, but after about 25-30miles it turns off. Mainly occurred when accelerating into the free way with an incline or uneven roadway
Service Brakes Aug 2018
Issue> ebrake warning light on I was driving down the road and about 20 miles into my drive the system alerted me of the parking brake or e brake needed to be released. I have not used this brake, but I stop press it all the way in and press again to release. Start driving and…

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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 3G1BE6SM2HS581981 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.