2015 Chevrolet Cruze
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2015 Chevrolet Cruze is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 127 on record.
2015 Chevrolet Cruze at a glance
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2015 Chevrolet Cruze recalls 4
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…
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…
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…
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.
2015 Chevrolet Cruze common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 251 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2015 Chevrolet Cruze MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2015 Chevrolet Cruze worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2015 Chevrolet Cruze costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($12,055) with the same model 4 model-years older ($8,044), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2015 Chevrolet Cruze trims & engines on record
2015 Chevrolet Cruze vehicles on record
Other Chevrolet Cruze model years
2015 Chevrolet Cruze — frequently asked questions
Does the 2015 Chevrolet Cruze have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2015 Chevrolet Cruze. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Chevrolet Cruze?
Based on 251 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, fuel/propulsion system, engine and engine cooling.
What gas mileage does the 2015 Chevrolet Cruze get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2015 Chevrolet Cruze at about 29 mpg combined (25 city / 37 highway).
How much is a 2015 Chevrolet Cruze worth?
Comparable 2015 Chevrolet Cruze listings run roughly $7,800–$17,100, typically around $12,055 (from 115 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.