2013 Chevrolet Caprice problems

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The Chevrolet Caprice is a full-size car produced by Chevrolet in North America for the 1965 to 1996 model years. Full-size Chevrolet sales peaked in 1965 with over a million sold. It was the most popular car in the U.S. in the 1960s and early 1970s, which, during its lifetime, included the Biscayne, Bel Air, and Impala.

Introduced in mid-1965 as a luxury trim package for the Impala four-door hardtop, Chevrolet offered a full line of Caprice models for the 1966 and subsequent model years, including a "formal hardtop" coupe and an Estate station wagon. The 1971 to 1976 models are the largest Chevrolets ever built. The downsized 1977 and restyled 1991 models were awarded Motor Trend Car of the Year. Production ended in 1996.

From 2011 to 2017, the Caprice nameplate returned to North America as a full-size, rear wheel drive police vehicle, a captive import from Australia built by General Motors's subsidiary Holden—the police vehicle is a rebadged version of the Holden WM/WN Caprice. The nameplate also had a civilian and police presence in the Middle East from 1999 to 2017, where the imported Holden Statesman/Caprice built by Holden was marketed as the Chevrolet Caprice in markets such as Saudi Arabia and the UAE.

2013 Chevrolet Caprice

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Common 2013 Chevrolet Caprice problems

Based on the information provided by car owners, common problems with the Chevrolet Caprice 2013 include:

  1. Electric Power Steering Rack Issues: Many 2014 models have reported problems with the electric power steering racks, with approximately 30% experiencing failures. This issue can lead to steering difficulties and may require replacement of the rack.
  2. DoD Lifters: Vehicles formerly in police service with the 6.0L engine have had reported problems with the DoD lifters. Extended idle times could potentially lead to lifter failure, necessitating the installation of a DoD delete kit to address this issue.
  3. Electrical System Problems: Complaints have been raised about various electrical issues, such as non-functional horns and faulty radios. Owners have reported having to rewire components like the horn to restore functionality, highlighting potential electrical system vulnerabilities.
  4. Parts Availability: Finding specific body parts for the Chevrolet Caprice, such as headlights, front fenders, and rear bumpers, can be challenging and expensive. This issue can complicate repairs and maintenance, especially after accidents.
  5. Interior Quality: The interior quality of the Chevrolet Caprice has been criticized for its use of vinyl seats and floors, lack of bolstering in the seats, and hard plastic door panels. These materials may not meet the expectations of some owners in terms of comfort and aesthetics.

These common problems with the Chevrolet Caprice 2013 can impact the overall ownership experience, requiring owners to address issues related to steering, engine components, electrical systems, parts availability, and interior comfort.

2013 Chevrolet Caprice engine

What engine is in a 2013 Caprice?

Sedan. It's all fun and games until you see this monstrous 6 liter Chevy V8 crammed under the hood. And I'll tell you what these things can make a ton of Power.

What year Caprice is most popular?

The Chevrolet Caprice is a full-size car produced by Chevrolet in North America for the 1965 to 1996 model years. Full-size Chevrolet sales peaked in 1965 with over a million sold.

What is the gas mileage on a 2013 Chevy Caprice?

Based on data from 3 vehicles, 417 fuel-ups and 99,063 miles of driving, the 2013 Chevrolet Caprice gets a combined Avg MPG of 18.67 with a 0.35 MPG margin of error.

What transmission is in a 2013 Chevy Caprice?

Transmission

Hydra-Matic 6L50 6-speed automatic (3.6L)Hydra-Matic 6L80 6-speed automatic (6.0L)
Gear ratios
First:4.034.03
Second:2.362.36
Third:1.531.53

What engine is in a 2013 Caprice?

Sedan. It's all fun and games until you see this monstrous 6 liter Chevy V8 crammed under the hood. And I'll tell you what these things can make a ton of Power.

What year Caprice is most popular?

1965

The Chevrolet Caprice is a full-size car produced by Chevrolet in North America for the 1965 to 1996 model years. Full-size Chevrolet sales peaked in 1965 with over a million sold.

What transmission is in a 2013 Chevy Caprice?

Transmission

Hydra-Matic 6L50 6-speed automatic (3.6L)Hydra-Matic 6L80 6-speed automatic (6.0L)
Gear ratios
First:4.034.03
Second:2.362.36
Third:1.531.53

What is the gas mileage on a 2013 Chevy Caprice?

Based on data from 3 vehicles, 417 fuel-ups and 99,063 miles of driving, the 2013 Chevrolet Caprice gets a combined Avg MPG of 18.67 with a 0.35 MPG margin of error.

2013 Chevrolet Caprice complaints

The NHTSA has received 0 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2013 Chevrolet Caprice.

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2013 Chevrolet Caprice recalls

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 4 recalls for different components of the 2013 Chevrolet Caprice.

2015-06-23
  • Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
  • Components: SEAT BELTS
  • Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Chevrolet Caprice vehicles manufactured October 15, 2010, to October 22, 2013, and 2008-2009 Pontiac G8 vehicles manufactured July 25, 2007, to February 18, 2009. In the affected vehicles, the flexible steel cables that connect the seat belts to the vehicle at the outside of the driver seat and the front passenger seat may be bent from being sat on while entering the vehicle. This repeated bending may result in the cable breaking.
  • Consequence: If the cable breaks, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
  • Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat belt tensioner assembly which includes the steel cable, free of charge. These replacement parts reposition the tensioner cable out of the path of entry into the vehicle and uses a more flexible cable, set at a more upright angle. The recall began on July 5, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Pontiac customer service at 1-800-762-2737. GM's number for this recall is 15206.
2014-09-09
  • Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
  • Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
  • Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Chevrolet Caprice vehicles manufactured March 24, 2011, to December 6, 2013. The affected vehicles are Police Patrol Vehicles (PPV), equipped with a specific transmission selector lever that contains two pins that can become displaced. If the pins get displaced, the driver may be able to shift the vehicle from "Park" without depressing the brake pedal or remove the ignition key without the transmission being in "Park." As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards No. 102, "Transmission Shift Position Sequence, Starter Interlock, And Transmission Braking Effect", and No. 114, "Theft Protection And Rollaway Prevention."
  • Consequence: If the transmission can be moved from "Park" without depressing the brake pedal, unintended motion may occur increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, if the ignition key can be removed without the transmission being in "Park," the vehicle may roll away, increasing the risk of injury to exiting occupants and bystanders.
  • Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shift lever roll pin, replace the base pivot pin and attach a Brake Transmission Shift Interlock retention enhancement clip, free of charge. The recall began on October 27, 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 14549.
2014-09-09
  • Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
  • Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
  • Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Chevrolet Caprice vehicles manufactured October 15, 2010, to December 6, 2013, and 2008-2009 Pontiac G8 vehicles manufactured July 25, 2007, to February 18, 2009. In the affected vehicles, the driver may accidentally hit the ignition key with their knee, unintentionally knocking the key out of the run position, turning off the engine.
  • Consequence: If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Additionally, a key knocked out of the run position could cause loss of engine power, power steering, and power braking, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
  • Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will remove the key blade from the original flip key/RKE transmitter assemblies, and cut and fit a revised key blade and housing assembly, in which the blade has been indexed by 90 degrees, to the original RKE transmitter assembly. GM issued an interim notification to owners on December 31, 2014. The recall began on February 4, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and Pontiac customer service at 1-800-762-2737. GM's number for this recall is 14445. Note: Until the recall has been performed, it is very important that drivers adjust their seat and steering column to allow clearance between their knee and the ignition key.
2014-06-27
  • Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
  • Components: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
  • Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Chevrolet Caprice vehicles manufactured June 7, 2013, to May 29, 2014, and 2014 Chevrolet SS vehicles manufactured September 13, 2013, to March 4, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the windshield wiper motor gear teeth may strip causing the windshield wipers to become inoperative.
  • Consequence: Inoperative wipers will not clear rain or snow, reducing the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
  • Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the wiper module assembly and replace any affected ones, free of charge. The recall began on August 22, 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 14295.
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