Chevrolet Cruze Electronic Stability Control (esc) Problems
Owners have filed 370 complaints with NHTSA about electronic stability control (esc) problems on the Chevrolet Cruze across 8 model years. The 2012 model year has the most (108). The words owners use most often: “traction control” (21% of reports).
- 370electronic stability control (esc) complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 19mention a crash
- 6mention an injury
- 0related recalls
- 36%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Traction control: mentioned in 78 of 370 complaints (21%)
- Service stabilitrak: mentioned in 41 of 370 complaints (11%)
- Engine power: mentioned in 27 of 370 complaints (7%)
- Shuts off: mentioned in 22 of 370 complaints (6%)
At what mileage do electronic stability control (esc) problems happen?
Based on 318 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 370 complaints, 19 mention a crash, 3 a fire, 6 an injury.
Chevrolet Cruze electronic stability control (esc) complaints by model year
| Model year | Electronic Stability Control (esc) complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Cruze | 3 | 3% | 42,909 |
| 2017 Cruze | 7 | 3% | 59,131 |
| 2016 Cruze | 16 | 6% | 60,000 |
| 2015 Cruze | 30 | 12% | 58,299 |
| 2014 Cruze | 69 | 10% | 67,000 |
| 2013 Cruze | 62 | 11% | 67,000 |
| 2012 Cruze | 108 | 12% | 61,884 |
| 2011 Cruze | 75 | 10% | 80,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (0)
No safety recall lists electronic stability control (esc) for the Chevrolet Cruze. A pattern of complaints does not always lead to a recall.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH, the âService Stabili-trakâ message was displayed. The warning light turned on and off, and the vehicle suddenly stalled. The vehicle failed to restart. The contact stated that the vehicle…
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle hesitated and was slow to accelerate. The stabili-trak control warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was slow to respond while driving uphill. There was an…
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated the service stability trac and check engine warning lights were illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the spark plugs, turbo boost sensor, and mass air flow sensor…
The traction control light as well as check engine light came on. With no prior issues, just out of the blue. The car shakes when driving. It happened 6pm last night, no issues beforehand. Its parked out front on the street where i live.
My car kept saying "ac off due to high engine heat" even though my car was not reading hot while driving down the road. Then the car would start smoking and blow a hose and liquid would be everywhere. I had a brand new thermostate put in and it still does the same thing. Also a previous recall…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Chevrolet Cruzes have electronic stability control (esc) problems?
No. NHTSA has 370 owner complaints about electronic stability control (esc) for the Chevrolet Cruze. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Chevrolet Cruze electronic stability control (esc)?
No recall currently lists electronic stability control (esc) for this vehicle.
What do owners say about electronic stability control (esc) problems on the Chevrolet Cruze?
The most frequent phrase is “traction control”, in 78 of 370 complaints, followed by “service stabilitrak” (41).
Other Chevrolet Cruze problems
- Engine problems (1,260)
- Electrical System problems (760)
- Power Train problems (679)
- Steering problems (375)
- Service Brakes problems (345)
- Air Bags problems (260)
- Fuel/propulsion System problems (253)
- Vehicle Speed Control problems (237)
See all Chevrolet Cruze problems.