How many transmission and powertrain complaints does NHTSA have for the 2015 Chevrolet Cruze?

NHTSA lists 37 complaints in this area for the 2015 Cruze, which is 15% of the 252 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for 2015 Chevrolet Cruze transmission or powertrain issues?

No. The data shows no related recalls filed for this component area on the 2015 Cruze.

At what mileage do these transmission problems tend to show up?

The median mileage at failure for this problem area is 59,213 miles.

Have these problems caused crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data links this problem area to 2 crashes and 1 injury for the 2015 Cruze, with no fires reported.

How does the 2015 Cruze compare to other years for this issue?

The 2015 Cruze's 15% share is lower than the 2011 model's 26% and the 2013 model's 19%, but similar to the 2016 model's 12% and the 2017 model's 19%.

2015 Chevrolet Cruze Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 37 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2015 Chevrolet Cruze, 15% of the model year's 252 total complaints. No related recalls are on file. Median mileage at failure was 59,213 miles, and the area is linked to 2 crashes and 1 injury.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 37; 15% of 252
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 59,213 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Owners describe sudden engine surges or unintended acceleration while slowing down or parking, sometimes making the car hard to stop with the brakes.
Some report the transmission dropping out of gear or refusing to move forward, with dashboard warnings for stabilitrak, power steering, and transmission service appearing at the same time.
Several describe the gear shifter jumping into manual mode on its own while driving, occasionally accompanied by an odor from the vents.
Others report the car vibrating and hesitating to move when accelerating after coming to a stop, followed by a delayed forward lurch.
A few owners describe recurring coolant system leaks that require refilling before every drive to avoid overheating.

When 2015 Chevrolet Cruze transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 22, 2015, latest Dec 24, 2024.

37 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2015 to Dec 2024; peak Jun 2019 (3).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2015 Chevrolet Cruze

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

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 and powertrain complaints does NHTSA have for the 2015 Chevrolet Cruze?: NHTSA lists 37 complaints in this area for the 2015 Cruze, which is 15% of the 252 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for 2015 Chevrolet Cruze transmission or powertrain issues?: No. The data shows no related recalls filed for this component area on the 2015 Cruze.
At what mileage do these transmission problems tend to show up?: The median mileage at failure for this problem area is 59,213 miles.
Have these problems caused crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data links this problem area to 2 crashes and 1 injury for the 2015 Cruze, with no fires reported.
How does the 2015 Cruze compare to other years for this issue?: The 2015 Cruze's 15% share is lower than the 2011 model's 26% and the 2013 model's 19%, but similar to the 2016 model's 12% and the 2017 model's 19%.