How many fuel system complaints does the 2016 Chevrolet Cruze have?

NHTSA lists 37 Fuel System complaints for the 2016 Chevrolet Cruze, which is 15% of the 250 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a fuel system recall for the 2016 Chevrolet Cruze?

Yes. Recall 18V304000 covers 2016-2018 Chevrolet Cruze LS models with a tire inflator kit instead of a spare tire; the fuel tank could leak gasoline after a rear impact. GM's remedy installs a lock-ring to shield the fuel tank vapor pressure sensor.

At what mileage do fuel system problems typically show up on the 2016 Cruze?

NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 46,500 miles at the time of failure for fuel system complaints on the 2016 Cruze.

Were there any crashes or injuries linked to fuel system complaints?

NHTSA data for this component and year shows 1 crash and 1 injury among the reported complaints, with 0 fires.

2016 Chevrolet Cruze Fuel System Problems

NHTSA lists 37 Fuel System complaints for the 2016 Chevrolet Cruze, 15% of its 250 total complaints for the year. A related recall (18V304000) covers fuel tank leaks after rear impact, with a lock-ring fix. Median mileage at failure was 46,500.

Fuel System complaints: 37; 15% of 250
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 46,500 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical fuel system symptoms owners report

Vehicles stall unexpectedly at various speeds, sometimes with the check engine light on and difficulty restarting.
Owners report a fuel odor coming from the fuel tank area even without a diagnosed leak.
Some owners describe visible gas leaking underneath the car, often tied to the recall for fuel tank rear-impact protection.
Engine issues accompany fuel complaints, including check engine lights linked to emission-related codes and reduced acceleration.
Owners waiting on the recall repair report unavailable parts and long delays getting the fix completed at dealers.

When 2016 Chevrolet Cruze fuel system complaints were filed

First complaint Mar 7, 2016, latest Aug 27, 2026.

37 complaints filed with NHTSA from Mar 2016 to Aug 2026; peak Dec 2018 (2).

Fuel System recalls for the 2016 Chevrolet Cruze

NHTSA 18V304000May 10, 2018Fuel System111,966 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Chevrolet Cruze LS vehicles, equipped with a gasoline engine and a tire inflator kit instead of a spare tire. The vehicles may leak gasoline following a rear-impact crash and a rollover. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 301, "Fuel System Integrity."
Risk: A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install a lock-ring on the fuel tank that will shield the fuel tank vapor pressure sensor from damage in a rear-impact crash, free of charge. The recall began June 7, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 18159.

Fuel System complaints by Cruze model year

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

20100 (0%)
201143 (6%)
201252 (6%)
201332 (5%)
201461 (9%)
201523 (9%)
201637 (15%)
201715 (7%)
20187 (6%)
20191 (5%)

Frequently asked questions

How many fuel system complaints does the 2016 Chevrolet Cruze have?: NHTSA lists 37 Fuel System complaints for the 2016 Chevrolet Cruze, which is 15% of the 250 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a fuel system recall for the 2016 Chevrolet Cruze?: Yes. Recall 18V304000 covers 2016-2018 Chevrolet Cruze LS models with a tire inflator kit instead of a spare tire; the fuel tank could leak gasoline after a rear impact. GM's remedy installs a lock-ring to shield the fuel tank vapor pressure sensor.
At what mileage do fuel system problems typically show up on the 2016 Cruze?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 46,500 miles at the time of failure for fuel system complaints on the 2016 Cruze.
Were there any crashes or injuries linked to fuel system complaints?: NHTSA data for this component and year shows 1 crash and 1 injury among the reported complaints, with 0 fires.