How many Structure & Body complaints does the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze have?

NHTSA lists 23 complaints in this category for the 2011 Cruze, which is 3% of the 732 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze's Structure & Body issues?

No. The data shows no related recalls tied to this component for the 2011 model year.

At what mileage do these Structure & Body problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure for this component is 52,250 miles, based on NHTSA complaint data.

Did these Structure & Body complaints involve crashes or injuries?

Yes. NHTSA data tied to this component for the 2011 Cruze includes 4 crashes and 15 injuries, though no fires.

How does the 2011 Cruze compare to other years for this problem area?

The 2011 Cruze had 23 complaints (3% share), similar to 2012 with 25 complaints (3% share), while 2017 had a higher 11% share despite fewer total complaints.

2011 Chevrolet Cruze Structure & Body Problems

NHTSA lists 23 Structure & Body complaints for the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze, 3% of its 732 total complaints. These involve 4 crashes and 15 injuries, with a median failure mileage of 52,250 miles. No related recalls are listed for this component.

Structure & Body complaints: 23; 3% of 732
Crashes reported: 4
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 15
Median mileage: 52,250 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical body and structure symptoms owners report

Interior chrome door handles peel and separate from the plastic underneath, leaving sharp edges that cut fingers when opening or exiting the vehicle.
The trunk or liftgate opens on its own while driving or while parked and locked, sometimes triggering an instrument panel warning light.
Airbags failed to deploy in front-end and side-impact crashes despite noticeable vehicle damage and occupant injuries.
The driver's seat height adjustment control can pinch or crush fingers when the seat is lowered to its lowest position.
Water leaks into the cabin near the windshield lining after rain, soaking the area under the front passenger dashboard.
A front passenger airbag 'off' indicator light comes on intermittently even when an adult occupies the seat, with dealers unable to find a fault.

When 2011 Chevrolet Cruze body and structure complaints were filed

First complaint Oct 20, 2010, latest Sep 10, 2020.

23 complaints filed with NHTSA from Oct 2010 to Sep 2020; peak Mar 2014 (2).

Structure & Body recalls for the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Structure & Body complaints by Cruze model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20100 (0%)
201123 (3%)
201225 (3%)
201316 (3%)
201416 (2%)
20154 (2%)
201612 (5%)
201722 (11%)
20185 (5%)
20190 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many Structure & Body complaints does the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze have?: NHTSA lists 23 complaints in this category for the 2011 Cruze, which is 3% of the 732 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze's Structure & Body issues?: No. The data shows no related recalls tied to this component for the 2011 model year.
At what mileage do these Structure & Body problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure for this component is 52,250 miles, based on NHTSA complaint data.
Did these Structure & Body complaints involve crashes or injuries?: Yes. NHTSA data tied to this component for the 2011 Cruze includes 4 crashes and 15 injuries, though no fires.
How does the 2011 Cruze compare to other years for this problem area?: The 2011 Cruze had 23 complaints (3% share), similar to 2012 with 25 complaints (3% share), while 2017 had a higher 11% share despite fewer total complaints.