2019 Chevrolet Cruze: Power Train complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 8 owner complaints for the 2019 Chevrolet Cruze that list the power train component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11769108 (filed 10/05/2026): “The contact owns a 2019 chevrolet cruze. the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle suddenly displayed the "park" light on the instrument panel. the contact pulled over and shifted the vehicle into park to restart it. after restarting the vehicle, the parking brake be…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11766928 (filed 09/25/2026): “Component: transmission control system / gm vt40 continuously variable transmission (cvt), rpo code mrg - a rare, fleet-only configuration for this model year, confirmed via the vehicle's factory build/rpo code list. what happened: while stopped at a red light (engine idling just after an automatic…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11730583 (filed 04/11/2026): “For a year i have had my car to the shop multiple times due to a musty smell inside my car. i have never been able to find any fluids or moisture inside the car, however, the inside of my windshield tends to get a weird film on it, i am constantly cleaning to keep visibility especially at night. non…”
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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