15-1-2011: One (only one) report of a driveshaft snapping.
3-2-2011: In the USA, a new axle shaft (or halfshaft) for the right front wheel could be in order for some 2011 Chevrolet Cruzes with the 1.8-liter engine. In T.S.B. 11225B issued on Nov. 15, General Motors said road splash could cause corrosion on the shaft, leading to a fracture if the corrosion were severe. The company will replace the parts on all models susceptible to the condition. Owners of affected cars should receive a letter about the repair.
29-11-2016: On automatics the brake pedal switch may fail or become detached, locking the quadrant in 'Park'.
21-12-2017: Automatic transmission failure reported on 2013 Chevrolet Cruze 1.8.
17-3-2010: Recall of 2010 1.8 litre petrol 'Holden' Cruze models in New Zealand over a suspected fuel hose fault.
24-3-2010: Chevrolet UK will conduct an immediate recall of 810 2009/2010 Chevrolet Cruze vehicles in the UK to fix a potential small leak in a fuel hose. Theproblem has been found in a handful of vehicles. There have been no reports of injuries or accidents due to this issue. A Chevrolet investigation found that the fuel hose did not meet internal specifications and hence, triggered some erosion in the fuel hose. Fuel hose replacements have been ordered and will be installed in vehicles at no charge to customers within the next two weeks. The installation of a new fuel hose will take approximately 30 minutes. All customers will be notified of the recall.
24-10-2011: Justauto.com reports that GM Korea is recalling almost 100,000 cars worldwide to repair a potentially faulty fuel hose, the South Korean Ministry of Land, Transport and Maritime Affairs said. The problem could cause fuel leaks and could result in the vehicle coming to an abrupt halt. The recall includes 32,618 vehicles in South Korea. The vehicles are 23,795 units of the Winstorm (Chevrolet Captiva/Vauxhall Antara) 2.0 diesel and 3,141 units of the Winstorm Max 2.0 produced between 11 February 2008 and 2 January 2011. GM is also recalling 5,479 units of the Lacetti Premier 2.0 Diesel (Chevrolet Cruze) produced between 4 November 2008 and 20 July 2010; 104 units of the Lacetti 2.0 Diesel produced between 13 March 2008 and 18 June 2011; and 99 units of the Tosca 2.0 Diesel (Chevrolet Epica) produced between 1 February 2008 and 20 June 2011. Outside Korea, the recall affects 62,945 units of the Chevrolet Cruze, Captiva and Epica.
25-5-2012: Just-Auto tells us that U.S. safety regulators have expanded their investigation into engine fires in the Chevrolet Cruze to a second model year. Documents posted this week on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration website show the fire probe, which initially covered 2011-model Cruzes, now includes the 2012 model year. According to GM spokesman Alan Adler, t he expanded preliminary investigation now covers about 370,000 cars, up from the initial 177,000. A preliminary investigation is the first step in a process that could lead to a recall if regulators determine that a manufacturer needs to address a safety issue. There have been no reports of accidents or injuries related to the probe and GM is cooperating with NHTSA, Adler said. GM is investigating a number of fires, but Adler declined to say how many. In a letter dated April 4, NHTSA requested information from GM by May 11. Adler said the company had responded to the agency's questions, but the response had not been posted online by NHTSA. In April, NHTSA said it had opened a probe after receiving two complaints of engine fires in 2011 Cruzes while the cars were on the road. Both cars were destroyed, according to the complaints.
27-6-2014: 29,000 Chevrolet Cruze in the USA and 4,000 in Canada recalled to replace potentially faulty airbags manufactured by Takata, which could rupture and propel debris inside a car. This has already triggered the recall of millions of vehicles around the world, many of them Toyota. The cars "may be equipped with a suspect driver’s air bag inflator module that may have been assembled with an incorrect part."
August 2008
All-new Chevrolet compact family car unveiled , made debut at Paris Motor Show October 2008 and went on sale in spring 2009. Inside, has a twin-cockpit design, with a distinct centre console dividing the front into separate areas for the driver and passenger. At launch, three engines were offered: 1.6-litre 112PS and 1.8-litre 140PS petrol units, both with variable valve timing for optimal power, fuel economy and exhaust emissions, or a 2.0-litre 150PS common-rail turbodiesel.
September 2008
Shown at Paris Motor Show. Designed and engineered by GM-Daewoo in Korea, effectively replaced Lacetti. The four-door Cruze on show will be the main seller, not just in the US, but in Asia too – big markets such as China and Japan favour the saloon style – which is why it’s being launched before the Europe-oriented five-door hatchback and estate versions, which will break cover next year.
March 2009
Chevrolet Cruze UK Prices announced from £11,545 on-the-road. On sale from July 2009. Choice of four engines – 1.6 (113PS) and 1.8-litre (141PS) petrols featuring variable valve timing for maximum performance and efficiency, plus two diesels, both 2.0-litres and with a choice of 125PS or 150PS power outputs. Automatic transmission will be offered on the petrol models.
Chevrolet Cruze 1.6 S has remote central locking, follow-me-home lighting, CD radio system, electric front windows, a fully-adjustable driver’s seat and steering wheel, six airbags, ESC, soft-touch cabin materials, and premium blue-backlit dashboard dials. The 1.6S A/C model, at £11,995, also adds air conditioning.
Chevrolet LS model includes air conditioning as standard, plus other upmarket features such as 16-inch alloy wheels, a chrome edged radiator grille, front fog lights and reverse parking sensors.
Chevrolet Cruze LT comes with 1.8 petrol or 2.0-litre diesel and cruise control, climate control, an automatic anti-dazzle rear view mirror, an upgraded high-output stereo, electric rear windows, chrome detailing and 17-inch alloy wheels, plus the option of an integrated satellite navigation system.
- 1.6 S £11,545
- 1.6 S A/C £11,995
- 2.0 VCDi S A/C 125PS £13,495
- 1.6 LS £12,595
- 1.6 LS auto £13,695
- 2.0 VCDi LS 125PS £14,095
- 1.8 LT £13,595
- 1.8 LT auto £14,695
- 2.0 VCDi LT 150PS £15,195
February 2010
Top model Cruze 2.0 VCDi LT with six-speed torque converter automatic announced £17,145 on-the-road. The six-speed transmission can operate in full auto mode, saving drivers the legwork in heavy traffic, yet at the same time offers a manual shift function, offering all of the performance and flexibility of a manual gearbox when needed. Powered by a 150PS 2.0-litre common rail diesel engine, it accelerates from 0-60mph in an impressive 9.6 seconds, on to a top speed of 124mph. Yet at the same time, it offers 42.2mpg combined Combined with CO2 emissions of 177g/km.
July 2010
Chevrolet BTCC styling pack for Cruze. The ‘CS’ styling kit consists of 18-inch white multi-spoke alloy wheels, lowered suspension, a boot spoiler, unique CS graphics and matching tailored carpet mats. The CS Kit is available on all trim and engine variants of the Cruze at the time of order, and costs £1,595, including VAT fully fitted, at participating Chevrolet retailers from mid-July 2010 onwards.
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Good value for money. Also comes with a six-speed automatic. Decent VCDi diesels. Driver and passenger seats both height adjustable.
Lacks more sophisticated rear suspension of Astra on the same platform.
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