2014 Chevrolet Cruze: Not shifting properly
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2014 Cruze report: not shifting properly. CarComplaints.com lists 7 owner complaints, average mileage 44,100 miles.
NHTSA has 98 owner complaints for the 2014 Cruze in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11773830 (filed 10/26/2026): “It happened on [xxx] where the service engine light was on and died in the middle of traffic. this light was on after we purchased the vehicle but not on when we test drove it. i think the dealership knew about and are not wanting to fix it. not the car want s…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11758553 (filed 08/21/2026): “For the first question, i’d strengthen it to: the vehicle has experienced repeated engine and engine-cooling system failures, including recurring overheating and coolant loss. over approximately the past year, i have had to replace or repair numerous componen…”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: replace turbo charger, oil pump, camshaft seals (1 reports). Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Diagnosis needs a scan tool; repair or replacement needs a lift, transmission jack and the manufacturer's fluid fill/relearn procedure. (Our assessment.)
Cost
CarComplaints.com owners report a typical repair cost of about $2,700 (owner-reported average, not a quote).
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Sources
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