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Chevrolet Cruze repairs by problem area

Engine (53%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (8%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (20%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)

Other (2%)

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Chevrolet Cruze brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (6%)

$500 - $999 (24%)

$100 - $499 (35%)

< $100 (35%)

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Chart based on 17 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2017 Chevrolet Cruze 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 153hp 1.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

13605 mi E-brake foot pedal rubber cover replaced under warranty; it wore out around 10k miles and my foot would slip off the pedal when engaging and releasing the brake, especially when raining, if I wasn't paying close attention to what I was doing. It could be painful, more so since I'm disabled. 

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2016 Chevrolet Cruze 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 153hp 1.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

50000 mi Replaced rear brake pads and rotors. 

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2015 Chevrolet Cruze 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 138hp 1.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

93000 mi

US $550
Constant brake noise when driving. Fixed stuck caliper and replaced pads and rotors 

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2014 Chevrolet Cruze 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 138hp 1.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

129772 mi

C $553
Rear Brake Drum service. Front Brakes under 4mm -remove and replace rotor with - Advantage coated ,Durastop pads. 

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2014 Chevrolet Cruze 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 138hp 1.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD

56000 mi

US $100
Front rotor chatter. 

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2013 Chevrolet Cruze 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 138hp 1.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

81000 mi

US $300
Replaced front pads and rotors 

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2012 Chevrolet Cruze 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 138hp 1.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

39000 mi Safety recall for power brake booster. I did occasionally lose power brake boost when my Cruze was sitting in traffic for a while, but I had to wait for parts to be available before I could get the recall repair done. 
106000 mi

US $500
New front brake pads and rotors. 
35000 mi There was a defective part associated with the brake assist, some signs of failure. Replaced that under warranty after a recall was issued. 
12800 mi

C $200
When reversing the brakes would fail, the pedal went right to the floor. Dealer had to replace the Vacc Brake hose/switch. Maintenance wise, tires rotated, oil change, greased brakes. 
60000 mi

US $68
Brake Assist Vacuum Micro Switch was leaking. 

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2012 Chevrolet Cruze 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 138hp 1.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD

97000 mi

US $345
Failed wheel cylinder 
107000 mi

US $700
Parking brake cable jammed, unable to release brake 
208500 mi

US $200
Replaced front rotors and pads. Changed oil the weekend before and discovered that they needed to be replaced. 
133000 mi

US $63
both parking brake cables had failed due to corrosion. Cable sheathing had failed between body grommet and hub allowing water inside. Had to replace. Parts were $25.00 apiece. While the drums were off, brake inspection showed rear brakes with very little wear. 

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2012 Chevrolet Cruze 4dr Sedan

138-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

66000 mi

US $1400
brake booster in addition to cooling fan and radiator. no warranty coverage left. will never buy another Chevrolet. 

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2011 Chevrolet Cruze 4dr Sedan

turbocharged 138hp 1.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

90000 mi brake pedal very hard to depress forward or reverse. 

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2011 Chevrolet Cruze 4dr Sedan

136-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD

23400 mi

US $100
Long brake pedal travel & brake fluid was discolored in front calipers. Flushing fluid restored normal pedal travel. Pad and rotor wear are minimal. 

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