2017 Chevrolet Cruze: Engine complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 76 owner complaints for the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze that list the engine component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11739100 (filed 05/20/2026): “The engine has excessive blow by from the oil filler cap. having a misfire on cylinder number 1 and idling rough. there are several threads online concerning this issue being caused by worn pistons and piston rings.…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11737526 (filed 05/13/2026): “Recently my car's check engine light and the message "service stabilitrak" started coming up on my car, then my car started shaking while idling. i quickly took the car to my mechanic who assessed it, replaced my spark plugs, which did not solve the issue, and recommended i go to the dealership. in …”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11708707 (filed 01/05/2026): “Car is currently not drivable due to strong smell of gas coming from under the hood. findings, gas is leaking into the engine and car will not crank. diagnostic machine indicates poor fuel to fuel injector causing a gas leak within the engine.…”
Likely causes
These complaints do not establish a single root cause; read the examples above and get a diagnosis.
Fix, in plain English
No single fix is established by these reports. Check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls, ask a dealer about technical service bulletins (TSBs) or extended warranty coverage, then have the system diagnosed.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Internal engine work (lifters, oil consumption, fuel dilution diagnosis) requires engine teardown or dealer software/tests. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range for this issue. Get a written quote after diagnosis.
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Sources
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