Sell your 2015 Chevrolet Cruze for cash

The 2015 Chevrolet Cruze is a midsize car that came with a choice of 1.4L 4-cyl, 1.8L 4-cyl and 2.0L 4-cyl engines. At 11 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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2015 Chevrolet Cruze at a glance

Body styleMidsize Cars
Engines1.4L 4-cyl, 1.8L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl (turbocharged versions available)
TransmissionsAutomatic (S6), Manual 6-spd, Automatic 6-spd
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline, Diesel
Fuel economy22–28 city / 34–44 highway / 26–32 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$2,100–$3,000 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂272–336 grams per mile
EPA fuel economy score7–8 out of 10
EPA greenhouse gas score7–8 out of 10
Curb weight (NHTSA test vehicle)3,073 lb
Gross vehicle weight rating3,978–4,490 lb
Versions tested by EPA7 configurations: Cruze, Cruze Eco
Age11 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data; weights from NHTSA crash-test records. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 11 years old, a 2015 Cruze is newer than most junk cars, so working parts like the engine, transmission and body panels are in demand from rebuilders and parts buyers.
  • Weight: NHTSA's crash-test 2015 Cruze weighed 3,073 lb at curb weight. Scrap value is largely priced by weight, so this is a good starting point. See how scrap prices by weight work.
  • Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
  • Recalls: NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2015 Cruze. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the engine, typically around 64,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

How junk car offers are calculated

2015 Chevrolet Cruze recalls

NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls covering the 2015 Chevrolet Cruze. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.

Electrical SystemJul 2016 · NHTSA campaign 16V502000

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Buick Verano and 2016 Chevrolet Malibu as the electronic park lock lever may allow the ignition key to be removed without the transmission being in PARK. Also, certain 2013 Buick Encore, 2011 Buick Regal, 2013-2014 Buick Verano, 2011-2016 Chevrolet Cruze, 2010-2013…

Risk: If the key is removed without the transmission in PARK, the vehicle may rollaway as occupants are exiting, increasing the risk of injury.

Seat BeltsDec 2015 · NHTSA campaign 15V876000

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chevrolet Cruze vehicles manufactured September 24, 2014, to May 29, 2015. In the affected vehicles, one of the driver-side seat belt assembly bolts may not be properly tightened.

Risk: An insufficiently torqued bolt may prevent the seat belt from holding the required load in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

SteeringJul 2015 · NHTSA campaign 15V442000

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Chevrolet Cruze vehicles manufactured November 8, 2013, to March 12, 2015, and 2015 Chevrolet Volt vehicles manufactured April 11, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the inner tie rod may not be tightened to specification allowing the tie rod to separate from the steering…

Risk: Separation of the tie rod from the steering gear could result in the loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

Parking BrakeFeb 2015 · NHTSA campaign 15V113000

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Chevrolet Cruze vehicles manufactured February 4, 2015, to February 9, 2015. The left-rear or right-rear parking brake cable brackets may not have been properly fastened during the assembly process. As a result, the fastening bolts may back out completely, causing the…

Risk: If the parking brake bracket separates, the parking brake may not hold the vehicle, increasing the risk of a vehicle roll away and a crash.

Common 2015 Cruze problems

Owners have filed 252 complaints about the 2015 Chevrolet Cruze with NHTSA. 20 reports involved a crash and 4 reports involved a fire. Owners reported 13 injuries.

Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.

Most-reported components

  • Engine99
  • Electrical System48
  • Unknown or Other46
  • Power Train37
  • Electronic Stability Control (Esc)30
  • Steering24

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Engine64,000 mi
  • Electrical System50,000 mi
  • Unknown or Other46,000 mi
  • Power Train59,000 mi
  • Electronic Stability Control (Esc)60,000 mi
  • Steering35,000 mi

2015 Chevrolet Cruze crash test ratings

NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2015 Chevrolet Cruze.

VersionOverallFrontal crashSide crashRolloverRollover risk
4 Dr, FWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★☆10.9%

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP). Ratings from different model years or rating systems aren't directly comparable.

2015 Chevrolet Cruze service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 1,555 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2015 Chevrolet Cruze. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Equipment209
  • Equipment166
  • Electrical System146
  • Engine and Engine Cooling102
  • Engine89
  • Fuel System65

Recent bulletins

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSep 2026 · PIT5698F

    This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it.

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSep 2026 · PIP4902W

    This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJul 2026 · PIT5099J

    PI to help diagnose A/C concern

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsApr 2026 · PIT3271Q

    This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available.

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Selling a 2015 Cruze: questions

How much is a 2015 Chevrolet Cruze worth for junk?

It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. Its parts make up much of its value. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 2015 Cruze that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 2015 Cruzes that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.

Can I sell a 2015 Cruze with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2015 Chevrolet Cruze; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What paperwork do I need to sell my 2015 Cruze?

Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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