CarRecallWatchThe 2011 Chevrolet Cruze has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 733 complaints with NHTSA, including 38 crashes, 20 fires, 39 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (257 reports).
NHTSA rates it up to 5 stars overall for crash safety, depending on the version.
2011 Chevrolet Cruze recalls
Key Can Be Removed Before Park Is Engaged, Risking Rollaway
The electronic park lock lever on these vehicles may allow the ignition key to be removed while the transmission is not in PARK.
Most common 2011 Chevrolet Cruze problems
Problem areas named in the 733 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 257 |
| Power Train | 193 |
| Electrical System | 98 |
| Unknown Or Other | 75 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 75 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 70 |
| Service Brakes | 61 |
| Steering | 48 |
| Air Bags | 40 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 39 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 - 60 MPH and attempting to depress the brake pedal, the brake pedal became stiff and pushed back, requiring three to four attempts to respond and causing an extended stopping distance. The contact stated that the failure had occurred while driving on several occasions. In addition, the check engine warning light was intermittently illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was determined that the microswitch inside the power brake vacuum pipe assembly had failed and needed to be replaced. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 13V360000 (Service
The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and raising the foot off the accelerator pedal, the vehicle decelerated drastically. Additionally, the vehicle occasionally hesitated while accelerating and failed to immediately accelerate while depressing the accelerator pedal. Occasionally, the vehicle lurched forward suddenly. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The dealer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 129,000.
iâm unsure if the person i bought this vehicle from had the codes wiped before selling to me, but there were NO lights on dash for 3 days after minimal driving only to work and back, then all of a sudden the check engine light came on, and in the info box it would pop up saying âservice stability systemâ - i took to oâreileyâs to see what it was for, apparently it was the ECM (electronic computer module) which essentially controls like everything. days go by i donât do anything more about it and drive as usual to work, and it starts overheating, and smoking like crazy, but doesnât say itâs hot on my dash, so i had no idea how hot it got or anything. i got to work, worked my s
I purchased my car in 2020 and have had this issue recently come up. I have coolant that is vanishing from my car but not dripping to the floor. I've learned since then that there was a recall on my car for my water pump which causes this exact issue which has caused a related check engine light to appear. It seems unfair to me that there's a recall on my car that was taken away after one year despite it still not being replaced, and purchasing my car not knowing of this recall not being done and the window closing I feel should be rectified. I will be notifying GM about this matter as well. Thank you for your time and consideration on this matter
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private in April 12th 2026. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 135,000 The contact stated that the next day when retrieving the title they noticed the mileage discrepancy. The contact spoke withe seller who then stated it was the same mileage they were told when they received the vehicle and had since replaced the engine therefore the engine mileage would not show at the DMV. The contact looked up the CarFax and saw the same mileage discrepancy with a mileage of over 300,000. When the contact took the vehicle to the dealer for an air bag recal
2011 Chevrolet Cruze safety rating
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Chevrolet Cruze 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ 5-star | 5 | 5 | 4 (10.9% rollover risk) |
2011 Chevrolet Cruze questions
Does the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze: Key Can Be Removed Before Park Is Engaged, Risking Rollaway; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist; Engine And Engine Cooling; Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Mounting; Steering:Gear Box:Shaft Sector. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze?
Based on 733 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (257), Power Train (193), Electrical System (98).
How safe is the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings program gives the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze up to 5 out of 5 stars overall; ratings vary by version, see the table above.
How do I check if a recall on my 2011 Chevrolet Cruze has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.