How common are electrical problems in the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze?

NHTSA lists 43 Electrical System complaints for the 2017 Cruze, making up 21% of the 201 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for electrical issues on the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze?

No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for the Electrical System complaints on the 2017 Cruze.

Did the electrical problems cause any fires or crashes?

NHTSA data shows 2 fires and 1 crash associated with Electrical System complaints on the 2017 Cruze, with no reported injuries.

At what mileage do electrical problems typically show up on the 2017 Cruze?

The median mileage at failure for Electrical System complaints on the 2017 Cruze is 27,875 miles, though some owners reported issues at much lower mileage.

How does 2017 compare to other Cruze model years for electrical complaints?

The 2017 Cruze's electrical complaint share of 21% is lower than 2012 (23%), 2013 (22%), and 2014 (28%), but higher than 2011 (14%) and 2018 (17%).

2017 Chevrolet Cruze Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 43 Electrical System complaints for the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze, 21% of its 201 total complaints. Two fires and one crash are linked to this area, with a median failure mileage of 27,875. No related recall is listed.

Electrical System complaints: 43; 21% of 201
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 2
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 27,876 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Interior fires reported while the car was parked or driving, in one case burning through the console to the frame.
Instrument cluster and gauges (speedometer, fuel, temp) along with radio and A/C went dead simultaneously while driving.
Radio, backup camera, and OnStar sound cut out completely and intermittently, including after being parked overnight.
Ignition and steering became inoperable, preventing the vehicle from starting.
Auto Stop/Start feature shut the engine off in traffic and failed to restart promptly when the brake was released, forcing a manual restart.
Automatic headlights or daytime running lamps were reported as too dim or non-functional, contributing to a nighttime crash.

When 2017 Chevrolet Cruze electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Oct 20, 2016, latest Oct 4, 2025.

43 complaints filed with NHTSA from Oct 2016 to Oct 2025; peak Jul 2018 (3).

Electrical System recalls for the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Electrical System complaints by Cruze model year

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

20100 (0%)
2011100 (14%)
2012201 (23%)
2013126 (22%)
2014197 (28%)
201549 (19%)
201661 (24%)
201743 (21%)
201819 (17%)
20194 (19%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are electrical problems in the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze?: NHTSA lists 43 Electrical System complaints for the 2017 Cruze, making up 21% of the 201 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for electrical issues on the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze?: No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for the Electrical System complaints on the 2017 Cruze.
Did the electrical problems cause any fires or crashes?: NHTSA data shows 2 fires and 1 crash associated with Electrical System complaints on the 2017 Cruze, with no reported injuries.
At what mileage do electrical problems typically show up on the 2017 Cruze?: The median mileage at failure for Electrical System complaints on the 2017 Cruze is 27,875 miles, though some owners reported issues at much lower mileage.
How does 2017 compare to other Cruze model years for electrical complaints?: The 2017 Cruze's electrical complaint share of 21% is lower than 2012 (23%), 2013 (22%), and 2014 (28%), but higher than 2011 (14%) and 2018 (17%).