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P0325 on CHEVROLET CRUZE

Knock/Combustion Vibration Sensor A Circuit

NHTSA Reports
4
Severity
Medium
Most Affected
2017, 2014, 2018
Crashes / Fires
0 / 0
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database · SAE J2012

What P0325 Means on Your CHEVROLET CRUZE

P0325 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: Knock/Combustion Vibration Sensor A Circuit. This code relates to the ignition system system. The vehicle's computer detected a condition outside normal operating parameters and stored this code.

4 CHEVROLET CRUZE owners have reported this issue to NHTSA across model years 2014-2018. Most reports come from the 2017, 2014 model years.

Real CHEVROLET CRUZE Owner Reports

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database

"The car is a 2014 chevrolet cruze lt that was just purchased from a used car dealer and within the first week the engine retards itself and throws a check engine light. the code reads p0325 when read. the wiring has been checked out and has nothing wrong. the knock sensor has been replaced twice."

— 2014 CHEVROLET CRUZE owner · UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE · Filed 11/06/2020

"Faulty knock sensor at 83k miles. First symptoms were slow/jerky acceleration and needing to apply more pressure to the gas pedal to maintain speed, followed by illuminated Check engine light that came on a few days later. The scanner at Autozone pulled the code P0325."

— 2017 CHEVROLET CRUZE owner · ENGINE · Filed 06/13/2022

"The vehicle has been in motion at any speed... when pressing on the gas"throttle all the way down" vehicle has a brief interruption of acceleration and check engine light comes on reporting code p0325."

— 2017 CHEVROLET CRUZE owner · POWER TRAIN,ENGINE · Filed 04/16/2019

"P0325 knock sensor multiple occurrences of sluggish performance causing safety risk when entering into traffic. This is the 3rd time I’ve replaced this sensor. And it’s very dangerous when it happens."

— 2018 CHEVROLET CRUZE owner · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE · Filed 06/13/2025

All reports filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year

1
'14
2
'17
1
'18

Common Causes on CHEVROLET CRUZE

Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

UNKNOWN or OTHER,ENGINE 25%
ENGINE 25%
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE 25%
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE 25%

What To Do Next

  1. 1
    Check for recalls on YOUR VIN

    Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. If your vehicle is covered, repairs are free.

  2. 2
    Get a proper diagnosis

    A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50–$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.

  3. 3
    Compare repair quotes

    Get 2–3 quotes. Dealer vs. independent shop prices often differ 30–50% for the same repair.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does P0325 mean on a CHEVROLET CRUZE? â–¾
P0325 indicates: Knock/Combustion Vibration Sensor A Circuit. This is a ignition system code. 4 CHEVROLET CRUZE owners have reported this to NHTSA.
What are the most common causes of P0325 on CHEVROLET CRUZE? â–¾
Based on 4 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Unknown Or Other,Engine, Engine, Power Train,Engine. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints.
Is P0325 serious on my CHEVROLET CRUZE? â–¾
Of 4 NHTSA reports for this code on CHEVROLET CRUZE, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic.
What should I do if my CHEVROLET CRUZE shows P0325? â–¾
1) Check for recalls on your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2) Get a professional diagnosis — a code alone doesn't identify the exact failed part. 3) Get 2-3 repair estimates to compare.

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