2017 Chevrolet Cruze engine problems
73 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze — 36% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The engine has excessive blow by from the oil filler cap. Having a misfire on cylinder number 1 and idling rough. There are several threads online concerning this issue being caused by worn pistons and piston rings.”
filed May 20, 2026
“Recently my car's check engine light and the message "Service Stabilitrak" started coming up on my car, then my car started shaking while idling. I quickly took the car to my mechanic who assessed it, replaced my spark plugs, which did not solve the issue, and recommended I go to the dealership. In…”
filed May 13, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
This service bulletin provides procedures to correct customer concerns of Poor Engine Performance in Extremely Cold Weather Conditions, Charge Air Cooler (CAC) Icing - Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illuminated with…
22-NA-007 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Oct 4, 2025
Engine problems in other Cruze years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 Cruze | 5 | 25% |
| 2018 Cruze | 27 | 25% |
| 2016 Cruze | 100 | 40% |
| 2015 Cruze | 98 | 39% |
| 2014 Cruze | 216 | 31% |
| 2013 Cruze | 210 | 36% |
| 2012 Cruze | 267 | 31% |
| 2011 Cruze | 257 | 35% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.