Three problems related to engine stall have been reported for the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze based on all problems reported for the 2011 Cruze.
Tl-the contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated that while driving at 65 mph, the vehicle started jerking, unable to shift gears and the engine stalled. The vehicle was taken to dealer mechanic they were unable to diagnosed a failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 67,000. Lb.
While cruising along the highway at 65 mph, suddenly the engine stalls as if all the fuel had stopped going to it. After a few seconds of stall and slowing down while pressing on the gas all the time, it suddenly began picking up speed again. However, there was an extremely large cloud of smoke coming out the rear of the car. This occurred 4-5 more times before I arrived at home. I took it to the dealer the next business day. After several days the dealer reported the problem would be covered by warranty. Three weeks later I get the car back from the dealer who reported the engine had "bad pistons". Apparently there had been a notice to dealers regarding this problem and how to fix it. The dealer did provide a new loaner malibu while repairing my car. At 40,000 miles and have to have the engine rebuilt does not enhance confidence in the new gm.
Engine has stalled acceleration also known as throttle lag it is dangerous because you don't know when its going to do it and could cause an accident when pulling out into traffic . Also transmission has a delayed engaging intraffic when you are stopped.