Model year guide

2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 57 on record.

2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints240
Overall safety5 / 5 ★
Combined26–30 mpg
Typical price$10,216

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 240 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited safety ratings

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Frontal — driver★★★★★
Frontal — passenger★★★★★
Side — front seat★★★★★
Side — rear seat★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★

Rollover risk: 10.9% — NHTSA's estimated chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash (dynamic test: no tip).

Frontal crash test — 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited 4 DR FWDFrontal crash test · ▶ watch videoSide barrier test — 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited 4 DR FWDSide barrier test · ▶ watch videoSide pole test — 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited 4 DR FWDSide pole test · ▶ watch video

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited 4 DR FWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited MPG & running costs

Combined26–30 mpg
City25 mpg
Highway36 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,350
EPA size classMidsize Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (S6) or Manual 6-spd
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Passenger volume94 cu ft
Cargo volume16 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$250 less

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 4 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited worth?

Low
$6,995
Typical price
$10,216
High
$13,477

From 50 comparable 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$11,750
Fuel only$11,750
Per mile$0.16

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
181.1 in
Width
70.9 in
Height
58.3 in
Wheelbase
105.5 in
Curb weight
3,084 lb
Front track
60.6 in
Rear track
61.4 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 1098

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 1098.

This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

Bulletin PIP4902S · Jun 2025

This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel for new vehicles with less than 1,000 miles that may not pass California smog inspection or smog inspection in other states.

Bulletin 15-NA-010 · Engine · May 2025

This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel that may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.

Bulletin PI0281L · Steering, Suspension, Power Train · Apr 2025

This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information for GM courtesy transportation and roadside assistance programs.

Bulletin 07-00-89-037W · Apr 2025

This service bulletin provides information on the proper Reflective High Temperature Heat and/or Insulating Tape to use for certain repairs, such as Wiring Harness Repairs.

Bulletin 25-NA-087 · Electrical System · Apr 2025

The intent of this service bulletin is to identify aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices as potential sources for causing multiple customer concerns that do not have other diagnostic methods to identify them.

Bulletin 13-08-116-001K · Electrical System · Mar 2025

This bulletin advises the technician to flush the cooling system multiple times if oil has been found in the cooling system and replace the parts that may be contaminated due to oil in system.

Bulletin 25-NA-052 · Engine · Mar 2025

This informational bulletin instructs the tech when fuel/fluid is needed to be tested and where it can be sent for analysis.

Bulletin 25-NA-065 · Fuel/propulsion System, Steering, Service Brakes · Mar 2025

This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes E4398, E4399, E4401, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414, E4423, E4491, E4492, or E6961 and resolution information.

Bulletin 24-NA-098 · Electrical System · Mar 2025

This service bulletin provides a procedure on how to clean and resurface aluminum wheel bead seats for vehicles that have the condition of Tire Slowly Goes Flat, Tire Air Loss, Low Tire Pressure Warning Light Illuminated, Aluminum Wheel Bead Seat Corrosion.

Bulletin 08-03-10-006I · Wheels · Mar 2025

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the CRUZE LIMITED FWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited trims & engines on record

Trims
1LT · LS · LTZ · 2LT · ECO · L
Engines
1.4L 4-cyl · 1.8L 4-cyl

2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited vehicles on record

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Other Chevrolet Cruze Limited model years

2014

2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited — frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited?

Across all 240 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, electrical system, fuel/propulsion system.

What is the 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited an overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars (frontal 5★, side 5★, rollover 4★).

What gas mileage does the 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited get?

The 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited has U.S. EPA estimates of 26–30 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (4 versions).

How much is a 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited worth?

Comparable 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited listings run roughly $6,995–$13,477, typically around $10,216 (from 50 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.