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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."

7.0

pretty bad
Typical Repair Cost:
$180
Average Mileage:
109,750 miles
Total Complaints:
4 complaints

Most Common Solutions:

  1. not sure (3 reports)
  2. replace cam cover / pcv (1 reports)
2012 Chevrolet Cruze engine problems

engine problem

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2012 Chevrolet Cruze Owner Comments

problem #4

May 032021

Cruze LS 1.8L V4

  • Automatic transmission
  • 110,000 miles

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

PCV Valve had a leak. I was unable to just replace the PCV valve since it was not made to be changed out. I had to buy whole thing. Check engine light did come on.

- J O., Tucson, az, US

problem #3

Jun 012018

Cruze LTZ 1.4L Turbo

  • Automatic transmission
  • 125,000 miles

Dealer wanted $250 to replace the Cam cover / PCV valve. I did it myself for $60. My check engine code was P0171.

- Jennifer M., Liberty Township, US

problem #2

Aug 032015

Cruze LTZ

  • Automatic transmission
  • 130,000 miles

I have a 2012 Cruze LTZ. Had Cracked Valve Cover replaced at 43,000 miles, 74,000 miles, and now at 130,000 miles. I am no mechanic, but I do know this is not normal!

- shinkle, Post, TX, US

problem #1

Mar 022014

Cruze LTZ

  • Automatic transmission
  • 74,000 miles

I have a 2012 Cruze LTZ. Had Cracked Valve Cover replaced at 43,000 miles, 74,000 miles, and now at 130,000 miles. I am no mechanic, but I do know this is not normal!

- shinkle, Post, TX, US

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