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CarComplaints.com Notes: In many ways, the 2012 Cruze continues the legacy of its predecessor. It's a legacy of sluggish transmissions and coolant leaks, but it's still a legacy.

To be fair, the number of complaints about the cooling system are way down versus the 2011 model which led to a class-action lawsuit.

On the flip-side, there's more concerns about brake problems.

However, there were far more Cruze vehicles sold for the 2012 model year so we'll give it our "Beware of this Clunker" badge rather than the "Avoid Like the Plague."

6.3

fairly significant
Typical Repair Cost:
No data
Average Mileage:
6,500 miles
Total Complaints:
6 complaints

Most Common Solutions:

  1. not sure (6 reports)
2012 Chevrolet Cruze body / paint problems

body / paint problem

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2012 Chevrolet Cruze Owner Comments

problem #6

Apr 042012

Cruze

  • Automatic transmission
  • 6,500 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

flute noise when driving 50 mph & up

THE NOISE SEEMS TO START WHEN THE CAR HAS BEEN SITTING IN THE SUN ,

ONCE ON THE ROAD THE NOISE IS CONTINUOUS VERY ANNOYING

- Gerry G., Castle Rock, CP, US

problem #5

Jun 202012

Cruze

  • Automatic transmission
  • 8,500 miles

The noise is so annoying you can hardly hear the radio.

- Gerry G., Castle Rock, CP, US

problem #4

Jun 012013

Cruze LT 1.4L

  • Automatic transmission
  • 9,400 miles

Have noticed this problem within 6 months of new car purchase. Recently drove 3400 mile vacation trip, when the intermittent noise occurred, we found that by pushing up on the rear view mirror area, the flute noise goes away. Nor sure what to do next. Seeking a GM authorized repair option.

- Dave S., Sioux Falls, SD, US

problem #3

Sep 052011

Cruze LT RS

  • Automatic transmission
  • 250 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

While driving my 2012 Cruze at speeds over 45 mph, I would get an annoying, loud flute noise. Took it to a dealership who said they could not recreate the noise and determined there was no problem. Everyone that ever rode in my car heard this noise except the technicians! Techs suggested it could have something to do with my air conditioning vents and to try not to use the air so much. It was near 100 degrees here most of the summer and if I buy a car with air, I damn sure expect to be able to use it. After one year with this car, I dumped it and bought a Kia. I am done with GM.

- michiellemi, Flint, MI, US

problem #2

Jul 202012

Cruze LT 1.4L

  • Manual transmission
  • 14,000 miles

This noise was loud enough to drive my wife to tears. She says it sounds like a very loud version of someone blowing over the top of a coke bottle. Started immediately after having engine shield midsection removed by Chevy dealer for recall fire hazard. Sound occurs between 55-75 depending on wind direction.

I am guessing it is a change in airflow under the car and may be interacting with holes in the under body “frame”.

At times can be low in volume like tire tread wear problem, but it must get some sort of resonance in certain situations because my wife & daughter opened sunroof and turned on radio and could still hear it.

I recommend replacing the modified engine shield with an original to see if it stops.

- Greg K., Colorado Springs, CO, US

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problem #1

Feb 202012

Cruze LTZ 1.4L

  • Automatic transmission
  • 300 miles

Wind noise driver side at window area, dealer has looked at 3 times replaced window seal, Noise still there, GM TEC center involved they know of condition but will not address. I guess it's not there car and they don't care. Dealer was told do not address condition. That's poor on someone's part. Sure wish Chevrolet and GM had there be totally satisfied or being it back option when I bought my new Cruze, they could have it back, As I don't enjoy driving my new Chevrolet Cruze,

Word of advice to anyone looking at a Cruze, make sure you test drive it, if it has a wind rushing noise by drivers ear area, it will not get corrected. Guess if I have a road trip to go on I will need to wear an ear plug in my left ear. You would think if they have no wants to fix it, they would supplie ear plugs.

- Len M., Brighton, CO, US

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