Chevrolet Cruze NHTSA Safety Ratings

NHTSA gives the 2018 Chevrolet Cruze an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with 5 stars in the frontal crash test and 4 stars for rollover resistance.

Latest model year (2019):

NHTSA rates the Chevrolet Cruze at 5 ★ overall, 5 ★ frontal crash, 4 ★ side crash and 4 ★ rollover.

VerifiedNHTSA Safety Ratings · Verified August 11, 2026

Chevrolet Cruze Safety — All Years

YearVariantOverallFrontalSideRolloverRecallsComplaints
20182018 Chevrolet Cruze 4 DR FWD5 ★5 ★4 ★4 ★3109
20172017 Chevrolet Cruze 4 DR FWD Later Release5 ★5 ★4 ★4 ★011
20172017 Chevrolet Cruze 4 DR FWD Early Release4 ★5 ★4 ★4 ★2201

Crash-test star ratings sourced from the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Ratings apply to the tested body style and can differ between trims and drivetrain layouts.

Chevrolet Cruze Safety FAQ

Is the Chevrolet Cruze a safe car?

NHTSA gives the Chevrolet Cruze an overall crash rating of 5 out of 5 stars, including 5 stars in the frontal crash test and 4 stars in the side crash test. Ratings are per body style and model year — check the table above for yours.

What is the rollover rating of the Chevrolet Cruze?

The Chevrolet Cruze scores 4 out of 5 stars for rollover resistance, with a calculated rollover risk of about 10.7%. Taller vehicles typically score lower here than sedans.

Does the Chevrolet Cruze have driver assistance features?

NHTSA records the tested Chevrolet Cruze as having electronic stability control, with forward collision warning and with lane departure warning. Availability varies by trim and package.

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