How many transmission complaints does the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze have?

NHTSA lists 193 transmission & powertrain complaints for the 2011 Cruze, which makes up 26% of the 732 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a transmission recall for the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze?

Yes. Recall 11V273000, reported May 6, 2011, covers automatic-transmission-equipped 2011 Cruze vehicles built between October 6, 2009 and April 27, 2011 for a shift linkage installation defect. Dealers inspect and adjust the shift linkage system for free.

At what mileage do 2011 Cruze transmission problems usually appear?

The median mileage at failure among reported transmission & powertrain complaints is 57,717 miles.

Did the 2011 Cruze transmission problems cause any crashes?

NHTSA data links 4 crashes and 2 injuries to transmission & powertrain complaints on the 2011 Cruze, with no fires reported.

How does the 2011 Cruze compare to other years for transmission complaints?

The 2011 Cruze had 193 transmission & powertrain complaints (26% share), higher in raw count than every other model year listed, including 2012 (137 complaints, 16% share) and 2013 (112 complaints, 19% share).

2011 Chevrolet Cruze Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 193 transmission & powertrain complaints for the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze, 26% of all complaints filed for the year. Owners report hesitation, jerking, sudden power loss, and slipping out of gear, with a median failure mileage of 57,717. A related recall (11V273000) covers a transmission shift linkage installation defect.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 193; 26% of 732
Crashes reported: 4
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 2
Median mileage: 57,718 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Vehicle hesitates or jerks forward/backward when accelerating from a stop or at various speeds.
Transmission slips out of gear into neutral while driving, then pops back into drive without warning.
Sudden loss of power or acceleration response, sometimes causing the car to slow dramatically on highways or hills.
Vehicle rolled backward down a hill after being placed in park and the key removed.
Transmission control module (TCM) reprogramming or replacement fails to resolve jerking or hesitation issues.
Sudden stalling or stopping while driving, creating a rear-end collision risk.

When 2011 Chevrolet Cruze transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Mar 22, 2011, latest Jun 19, 2026.

193 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2011 Q1 to 2026 Q2; peak 2013 Q2 (10).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze

NHTSA 11V273000May 6, 2011Transmission & Powertrain100,308 vehicles
Power train:automatic transmission:gear position indication (prndl)
General motors is recalling certain model year 2011 chevrolet cruze vehicles manufactured from october 6, 2009, through april 27, 2011 and equipped with an automatic transmission for failing to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 102, 'transmission shift lever sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect,' and federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 114, 'theft protection.' these vehicles may have been built with a transmission shift linkage that is not properly installed. If the linkage is not properly installed, the prndl shift lever may not accurately reflect the position of the transmission gear. With this condition, the driver could move the shifter to park and remove the ignition key, but the transmission gear may not be in park.
Risk: The driver may not be able to restart the vehicle and the vehicle could roll away after the driver has exited the vehicle, resulting in a possible crash without prior warning.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the transmission shift linkage for correct installation and adjust the shift linkage system free of charge. The safety recall began on may 23, 2011. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, or www.gmownercenter.com.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Cruze model year

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

20101 (50%)
2011193 (26%)
2012137 (16%)
2013112 (19%)
201497 (14%)
201537 (15%)
201631 (12%)
201739 (19%)
201823 (21%)
20196 (29%)

Frequently asked questions

How many transmission complaints does the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze have?: NHTSA lists 193 transmission & powertrain complaints for the 2011 Cruze, which makes up 26% of the 732 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a transmission recall for the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze?: Yes. Recall 11V273000, reported May 6, 2011, covers automatic-transmission-equipped 2011 Cruze vehicles built between October 6, 2009 and April 27, 2011 for a shift linkage installation defect. Dealers inspect and adjust the shift linkage system for free.
At what mileage do 2011 Cruze transmission problems usually appear?: The median mileage at failure among reported transmission & powertrain complaints is 57,717 miles.
Did the 2011 Cruze transmission problems cause any crashes?: NHTSA data links 4 crashes and 2 injuries to transmission & powertrain complaints on the 2011 Cruze, with no fires reported.
How does the 2011 Cruze compare to other years for transmission complaints?: The 2011 Cruze had 193 transmission & powertrain complaints (26% share), higher in raw count than every other model year listed, including 2012 (137 complaints, 16% share) and 2013 (112 complaints, 19% share).