2017 Chevrolet Cruze: Power Train complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 39 owner complaints for the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze that list the power train component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11700010 (filed 11/18/2025): “My 2017 chevy cruze had the throttle body replaced by stg auto group in montclair, ca. a few months after the repair, my car began shaking violently and then shut off in the middle of the street while i was driving on 11/17/2025 this created a serious safety hazard for me and other drivers. when i …”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11699905 (filed 11/17/2025): “Apparently there is a tsb from gm regarding the end for updated/replacement of parts concerning the hydraulic piping, slave cylinder and accumulator. my clutch became spongy then stuck on the floor. this happened unexpectedly (reservoir full) while driving and almost caused an accident. apparently …”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11638575 (filed 01/26/2025): “Slave cylinder failure. at approximately 125,000 miles, the slave cylinder began to fail. clutch pedal would only come back up about half way, and would need to be pulled the rest of the way up. associated problem is difficulty putting car into gear. took vehicle to dealership for other warranty wor…”
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
Diagnosis needs a scan tool; repair or replacement needs a lift, transmission jack and the manufacturer's fluid fill/relearn procedure. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range for this issue. Get a written quote after diagnosis.
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