2015 Chevrolet Cruze recalls and problems
The 2015 Chevrolet Cruze has 4 safety recalls and 254 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Chevrolet dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2015 Chevrolet Cruze vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2015 Chevrolet Cruze recalls
Recall 16V-502: Electrical System, Power Train
Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Buick Verano and 2016 Chevrolet Malibu as the electronic park lock lever may allow the ignition key to be removed without the transmission being in PARK. Also, certain 2013 Buick Encore, 2011 Buick Regal, 2013-2014 Buick Verano, 2011-2016 Chevrolet Cruze, 2010-2013 Chevrolet Equinox 2013-2015 Chevrolet Malibu, and 2011-2013 GMC Terrain vehicles may have been serviced with similar defective replacement electronic park lock levers. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."
Risk: If the key is removed without the transmission in PARK, the vehicle may rollaway as occupants are exiting, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the key cylinder lock housing, free of charge. The recall began on October 14, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, Buick 1-800-521-7300, and GMC 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 50490 and 50491.
Recall 15V-876: Seat Belts
Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chevrolet Cruze vehicles manufactured September 24, 2014, to May 29, 2015. In the affected vehicles, one of the driver-side seat belt assembly bolts may not be properly tightened.
Risk: An insufficiently torqued bolt may prevent the seat belt from holding the required load in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the bolts, free of charge. The recall began on January 27, 2016 Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 15777.
Recall 15V-442: Steering
Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Chevrolet Cruze vehicles manufactured November 8, 2013, to March 12, 2015, and 2015 Chevrolet Volt vehicles manufactured April 11, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the inner tie rod may not be tightened to specification allowing the tie rod to separate from the steering gear.
Risk: Separation of the tie rod from the steering gear could result in the loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear assembly, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 15386.
Recall 15V-113: Parking Brake
Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chevrolet Cruze vehicles manufactured February 4, 2015, to February 9, 2015. The left-rear or right-rear parking brake cable brackets may not have been properly fastened during the assembly process. As a result, the fastening bolts may back out completely, causing the parking brake bracket to separate and the parking brake to not hold the vehicle in place. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Risk: If the parking brake bracket separates, the parking brake may not hold the vehicle, increasing the risk of a vehicle roll away and a crash.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left-rear and right-rear parking brake brackets bolts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began in March 24, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 15135.
2015 Chevrolet Cruze problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 99 | |
| Electrical System | 50 | |
| Unknown or Other | 46 | |
| Power Train | 38 | |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | 30 | |
| Steering | 24 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 23 | |
| Air Bags | 21 | |
| Service Brakes | 17 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 11 | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 7 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 |
Most reported parts
- Structure › Body — 4
- Vehicle Speed Control › Accelerator Pedal — 2
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Pedals and Linkages — 1
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist — 1
- Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly — 1
- Air Bags › Side/Window — 1
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Cooling System — 1
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 55,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2015 Chevrolet Cruze complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Chevrolet Cruze years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2015 Chevrolet Cruze have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2015 Chevrolet Cruze: 16V-502 (electrical system, power train), 15V-876 (seat belts), 15V-442 (steering), 15V-113 (parking brake). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2015 Chevrolet Cruze?
Owners report engine problems most often (99 reports), followed by electrical system (50). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 55,000 miles.
Are Chevrolet recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Chevrolet dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.