- Worst Model Year:
- 2011
- Worst Complaint:
- anti freeze smell in the car
Here are the Chevrolet Cruzes that have the most problems reported over the last 4 years.
The 2011 Chevrolet Cruze has the most complaints, & the most-reported problem is also with the 2011 Cruze for anti freeze smell in the car.
Worst Reported Problems with the Cruze
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#1: anti freeze smell in the car on the 2011 Cruze
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#2: transmission not shifting properly on the 2011 Cruze
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#3: flute noise at highway speeds on the 2011 Cruze
Latest Owner Complaints About the Cruze
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anti freeze smell in the car -- 2011 Cruze:
Had the car to two different dealers 5 times,they said they can't find anything.Then why did they give me a copy of a GM bulletin that said engineering was working on it.Sounds like they will find the solution when the warranty runs out.What do I drive while i'm waiting.can't afford another ... Read more »
This problem has been reported 12 times by other 2011 Cruze owners.
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timing chain gasket failure -- 2011 Cruze:
The timing chain gasket failed causing an oil leak. The part took one week to get. Once the part was received they found that a special tool was needed to do the work. The special part took one week to get. The repairs were made and then they found that coolant and oil had leaked into the turbo ... Read more »
This problem has been reported 1 times by other 2011 Cruze owners.
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oil leak from crankcase seal -- 2011 Cruze:
At 21,5K miles the crank seal failed. The oil that leaked caused the serpentine belt to come off. All this at 70+MPH on the freeway. Little to no oil and no water being pumped due to the loss of the belt. Needless to say the engine got extremely hot- to the point it was popping and snapping ... Read more »
This problem has been reported 2 times by other 2011 Cruze owners.
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starter will not start the car it just clicks -- 2011 Cruze:
Car would not start when I got off work. Had to have it jumped off by portable battery pack. Lights were working brightly. All it did was click click and the starter motor would not turn over. Took to dealer could not find anything wrong. 2 days later the car would not start at 5:30 am when ... Read more »
This problem has been reported 1 times by other 2011 Cruze owners.
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smells of anti freeze in cab when heater is running -- 2011 Cruze:
I have what I think is a coolant smell. It is so bad I will no longer drive if I need the heater. Has been to the dealer 4 times and not repaired. It is now at a independent shop. I think GM has a huge problem and are not owning up to it. Read more »
This problem has been reported 4 times by other 2011 Cruze owners.