Model year guide

2018 Chevrolet Cruze

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2018 Chevrolet Cruze is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 63 on record.

2018 Chevrolet Cruze — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2018 Chevrolet Cruze at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints108
Combined35 mpg
Typical price$14,960

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2018 Chevrolet Cruze recalls 3

Power Train:automatic Transmission NHTSA Campaign #20V668000 · 29/10/2020

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Cruze and Buick LaCrosse, 2018-2020 Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Terrain, 2018 Chevrolet Malibu, 2019-2020 Buick Encore, Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, Chevrolet Blazer and GMC Acadia, and 2020 Cadillac XT6 vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing bolts.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the start-stop transmission accumulator and replace it if any bolts are missing, free of charge. The recall began December 15, 2020. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick Customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet custo…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:caliper NHTSA Campaign #18V576000 · 30/08/2018

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Equinox, Impala, Cruze, Volt and Bolt EV vehicles, GMC Terrain vehicles, Buick Lacrosse and Regal vehicles, Cadillac XTS and XTS Professional vehicles and 2018 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer serv…

Fuel System, Gasoline NHTSA Campaign #18V304000 · 10/05/2018

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Chevrolet Cruze LS vehicles, equipped with a gasoline engine and a tire inflator kit instead of a spare tire. The vehicles may leak gasoline following a rear-impact crash and a rollover. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 301, "Fuel System Integrity."

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install a lock-ring on the fuel tank that will shield the fuel tank vapor pressure sensor from damage in a rear-impact crash, free of charge. The recall began June 7, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for th…

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.

2018 Chevrolet Cruze common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 108 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.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Seat Belts
Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.

2018 Chevrolet Cruze MPG & running costs

Combined35 mpg
City29 mpg
Highway45 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,013

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2018 Chevrolet Cruze worth?

Low
$11,900
Typical price
$14,960
High
$17,998

From 51 comparable 2018 Chevrolet Cruze listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2018 Chevrolet Cruze costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$10,065
Depreciation (5 yrs)$4,450
Total$14,515
Per mile$0.19

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 ($14,960) with the same model 5 model-years older ($10,487), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2018 Chevrolet Cruze trims & engines on record

Trims
LT · LS
Engines
1.4L 4-cyl

2018 Chevrolet Cruze vehicles on record

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Other Chevrolet Cruze model years

2019 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011

2018 Chevrolet Cruze — frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Chevrolet Cruze have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2018 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 2018 Chevrolet Cruze?

Based on 108 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, electrical system, power train.

What gas mileage does the 2018 Chevrolet Cruze get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2018 Chevrolet Cruze at about 35 mpg combined (29 city / 45 highway).

How much is a 2018 Chevrolet Cruze worth?

Comparable 2018 Chevrolet Cruze listings run roughly $11,900–$17,998, typically around $14,960 (from 51 vehicles).

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