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2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited Reliability & Recall Report

Based on 0 NHTSA recalls and 240 owner complaints. All data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — free, no signup required.

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This is a known problem year for the Chevrolet Cruze Limited

The 2016 model year has significantly more owner complaints than average for this model. Consider a different year if possible.

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55/100

Use Caution — 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited

The 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited has elevated complaints or recalls that warrant careful consideration. Have any open recalls resolved before purchase and inspect the vehicle thoroughly.

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NHTSA Recalls
No known recalls
240
Owner Complaints
Filed with NHTSA
19
Crashes + Injuries
6 fire reports

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NHTSA Recalls — 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited

No NHTSA recalls found for the 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited.

While this is a positive sign, recall status can change. Always verify at NHTSA.gov before purchasing.

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Most Common Problems — 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited

Based on 240 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Bars show relative complaint frequency.

Engine
47
Electrical System
45
Power Train
31
Unknown Or Other
27
Air Bags
19
Steering
17
Service Brakes
12
Fuel/propulsion System
8
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Chevrolet Cruze Limited — Complaints by Year

Spike in a year = known problem year. The 2016 model year is highlighted.

2010 0 complaints 2011 0 complaints 2012 0 complaints 2013 0 complaints 2014 0 complaints 2015 0 complaints 2016 240 complaints 2017 0 complaints 2018 0 complaints 2019 0 complaints 2020 0 complaints

⚠ Years to avoid: 2016 — These model years show significantly elevated complaint activity.

✅ Best model years: 2010, 2011, 2012 — Lowest complaint rates for this model.

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Frequently Asked Questions — 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited

Is the 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited reliable?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited has no open recalls and 240 owner complaints. This model year shows elevated issues — consider alternatives or a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How many recalls does the 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited have?
There are currently no NHTSA recalls on file for the 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited. Always verify at NHTSA.gov before purchasing as recalls can be added at any time.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited?
The most commonly reported problems for the 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited are: Engine, Electrical System, Power Train, Unknown Or Other. See the complaint breakdown above for full details.
Is the 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited safe to buy?
The 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited has some safety and reliability items to review before buying. A pre-purchase inspection by an independent mechanic is strongly recommended.
What year Chevrolet Cruze Limited should I buy?
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the best years for the Chevrolet Cruze Limited are: 2010, 2011, 2012. These show the lowest complaint rates. Years to avoid: 2016.
Data source: All recall and complaint data is sourced directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public API. Data is cached and refreshed every 7 days. Recall and complaint counts reflect data available at the time of last cache update. For the most current recall status on a specific vehicle, enter the VIN above or visit NHTSA.gov/recalls.