2018 Chevrolet Cruze Brakes Problems
NHTSA lists 15 brake complaints for the 2018 Chevrolet Cruze, 14% of all complaints for the year, linked to 7 crashes and 1 fire. A related recall (campaign 18V576000) covers brake bleeding on this and other GM models. Median mileage at failure was 32,460 miles.
- Brakes complaints
- 15
- 14% of 109
- Crashes reported
- 7
- Fires reported
- 1
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 32,460 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical brake symptoms owners report
- Owners report the brake pedal feeling normal but the vehicle failing to stop in time, leading to rear-end collisions at highway speeds.
- Some drivers describe firm or heavy brake application that did not slow the car enough to avoid hitting the vehicle ahead.
- A few complaints mention a squeaky noise from the front axle along with visible brake fluid leaking from the front brakes.
- One owner reported a sudden total brake loss on a mountain highway, later told by a dealer that the brake pump had failed and later exploded.
- Another owner described the brake pedal releasing unexpectedly during a slow-speed maneuver, causing the foot to slip off the pedal and resulting in a collision.
When 2018 Chevrolet Cruze brake complaints were filed
First complaint Nov 28, 2018, latest Jan 4, 2025.
Brakes recalls for the 2018 Chevrolet Cruze
- NHTSA 18V576000Aug 30, 2018Brakes210,628 vehicles
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:caliper
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Equinox, Impala, Cruze, Volt and Bolt EV vehicles, GMC Terrain vehicles, Buick Lacrosse and Regal vehicles, Cadillac XTS and XTS Professional vehicles and 2018 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.
Risk: A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18279.
Brakes complaints by Cruze model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many brake complaints does the 2018 Chevrolet Cruze have?
- NHTSA lists 15 brake-related complaints for the 2018 Chevrolet Cruze, which is 14% of the 109 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a brake recall for the 2018 Chevrolet Cruze?
- Yes. Recall campaign 18V576000 covers the brake system on the 2018-2019 Chevrolet Cruze along with several other GM models. GM dealers bleed the brake system free of charge under this recall.
- Have brake problems caused crashes on the 2018 Cruze?
- NHTSA data shows 7 crashes and 1 fire tied to the 15 brake complaints filed for the 2018 Chevrolet Cruze.
- At what mileage do 2018 Cruze brake problems typically show up?
- The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for brake complaints on the 2018 Chevrolet Cruze is 32,460 miles.