2013 Chevrolet Cruze problems
The Chevrolet Cruze is a compact car that has been produced by General Motors since 2008. It was designated as a globally developed, designed, and manufactured four-door compact sedan, complemented by a five-door hatchback body variant from 2011, and a station wagon in 2012. During its introduction, the Cruze replaces several compact models, including the Chevrolet Optra which was sold internationally under various names, the Chevrolet Cobalt sold exclusively in North America, and the Australasian-market Holden Astra.
The Cruze was released in 2008 for the South Korean market as the Daewoo Lacetti Premiere until the phasing out of the Daewoo brand in 2011, when it was renamed to Chevrolet Cruze. In Australasia, the model was sold between 2009 and 2016 as the Holden Cruze. In 2016, the Cruze sedan was restyled and renamed for the Australasian market as the Holden Astra Sedan, as a sedan complement to the Holden Astra family.
Due to the market shift towards SUVs and decreasing sales, the Cruze has been gradually phased out. Production of the Cruze in South Korea ended in 2018 as part of restructuring of GM Korea, which in turn ceased supply of the Holden Astra Sedan to Australasia. In the United States and Mexico, production ended in 2019, while production in China ended in 2020. Production continued in Argentina until 2023. It was replaced by the Monza in China, which is known as the Cavalier in Mexico.
Previously, the nameplate has been used for a version of a subcompact hatchback car produced under a joint venture with Suzuki from 2001 to 2007, and was based on the Suzuki Ignis.
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Common 2013 Chevrolet Cruze problems
The 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is known for several common problems that have been reported by owners. These issues include engine problems, coolant leaks, ignition coils, electrical issues, and transmission issues.
Engine problems are a significant concern for the 2013 Cruze. Many owners have reported issues with the engine, including stalling while driving, failure, and smoke under the hood. These problems are often caused by a damaged cylinder that leaks oil or metal shrapnel that contaminates the turbo injector. The 2017-2018 models of the Cruze are particularly prone to engine problems.
Coolant leaks are another common issue with the 2013 Cruze. Owners have reported a strong smell of antifreeze leaking into the interior of the car, and in some cases, smoke has been seen coming from under the hood. The leak can cause the engine to overheat and automatically disable the A/C unit. Coolant leaks must be fixed as soon as possible to prevent further damage to the engine.
Ignition coils may also fail in the 2013 Cruze, causing misfiring. Replacing one ignition coil is not very expensive, but if the spark plugs are old, it's recommended to replace all the spark plugs at the same time.
Electrical issues have been reported by many Cruze owners, including problems with the display turning off and on, Antilock Brake System, Service Traction System, Service and Steering vehicle messages, and more. These problems are often caused by a loose negative battery cable, and GM service bulletin 14311B extends the coverage for this problem, with dealers replacing the negative battery cable.
Transmission issues are also common in the 2013 Cruze. Leaking transmission cooler lines are often reported, and if the automatic transmission fluid is low, it can cause the transmission to fail sooner. Transmission failure is the most reported issue in the 2011 model year, and repair options include rebuilding the transmission or replacing it with a new or used unit.
In summary, the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze has several common problems that have been reported by owners, including engine problems, coolant leaks, ignition coils, electrical issues, and transmission issues. These issues can be expensive to repair, and some owners have reported multiple problems with their vehicles. If you are considering purchasing a used 2013 Cruze, it's essential to be aware of these common problems and consider an extended powertrain warranty that will cover engine/transmission repairs.
What is the problem with the 2013 Chevy Cruze engine?
Common problems found on the 2013 Chevy Cruze include a total loss of electrical power, the engine stalling while driving, as well as transmission failures. Overall, these problems are worse than other compact cars from 2013, with high repair costs as well.
Is a 2013 Chevy Cruze a good car?
Sharp looks inside and out, top safety scores andcapable handling are some of the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze's primary advantages in the small car marketplace. It's also one of the most fuel-efficient small sedans you can buy, though this does depend on which model you choose.
Does the 2013 Chevy Cruze have transmission problems?
If you don't routinely and always change your fluids at least every 30,000 miles or so, you may find that your 2013 Chevy Cruze transmission will immediately slip.
What is the most common problem with a Chevy Cruze?
The most prominent issue that arose with these cars is transmission failure and engine problems.
What is the problem with the 2013 Chevy Cruze engine?
Common problems found on the 2013 Chevy Cruze include a total loss of electrical power, the engine stalling while driving, as well as transmission failures. Overall, these problems are worse than other compact cars from 2013, with high repair costs as well.
Is a 2013 Chevy Cruze a good car?
Sharp looks inside and out, top safety scores andcapable handling are some of the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze's primary advantages in the small car marketplace. It's also one of the most fuel-efficient small sedans you can buy, though this does depend on which model you choose.
What is the most common problem with a Chevy Cruze?
The most prominent issue that arose with these cars is transmission failure and engine problems.
Does the 2013 Chevy Cruze have transmission problems?
If you don't routinely and always change your fluids at least every 30,000 miles or so, you may find that your 2013 Chevy Cruze transmission will immediately slip.
2013 Chevrolet Cruze car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Chevrolet Cruze problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Engine problems
- Electrical system problems
- Power train problems
- Steering problems
- Unknown or other problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2013 Chevrolet Cruze vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
The NHTSA has received 569 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2013 Chevrolet Cruze vehicles.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-10-18
- VIN: 1G1PC5SB0D7
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The engine in my 2013 chevy cruze failed due to the head gasket, and it causes the car to overheat. Chevrolet issued a recall on some 2013 and 2014 Cruze models for head gasket problems. The gasket in these models is known to fail and that can completely destroy the motor. When a head gasket fails that allows the oil and the coolant to mix; and that will destroy the lubrication in your engine and cause the engine to fail. Pepboys repair shop-- has the repair invoice.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-01
- VIN: 1G1PC5SB7D7
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Have been told it’s the catalytic converter but when driving it loses power and stalls. It has almost caused wrecks. Ever since I got this vehicle it’s been one thing after another and the more I look online about the issues with my vehicle, the more I realize that thousands and thousands of Chevy Cruze owners are having the same issues. I’ve had to put two oxygen sensors on it since having it, replaced the turbo, spark plugs, all kinds of parts on this vehicle. They clearly did not make this vehicle safe or reliable
VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-11-15
- VIN: 1G1PH5SB5D7
- Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: Broken mode select gear. Unable to change the heat to defrost and the windshield will not clear in cold weather.
VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-03
- VIN: 1G1PH5SB5D7
- Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: Broken blend door in hvac box. No heat to defrost windows.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-30
- VIN: 1G1PD5SB6D7
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: I have a powerstop b992l brake shoe and hardware kit. The mfg date is 2023/12/04. The issue is that the drum adjusters are made in a way they do not turn freely, thereby the drums will not adjust. In the diagram pat b will not turn on part a. There are clear witness marks on the inside where the end fits on the ratchet pawl. I have the parts available for inspection as needed and can mail then as well as the box side with their information.
POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-07
- VIN: 1G1PC5SB7D7
- Components: POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: I own 3 Chevy Cruze, a 2012, 2013 and 2016. They all partial power down or decelerate while driving. The local Chevy dealers has no recalls for this issue or any other for that matter. Please advise
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-17
- VIN: 1G1PC5SB5D7
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: Coolant loss and overheating requiring additional coolant. Warning of possible power loss due to overheating.
SEATS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-05-17
- VIN: 1G1PE5SB8D7
- Components: SEATS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: I'm looking into purchasing a Chevy Cruze 2013 Lt from a friend. I am researching and noticing some issues and recalls. I was wondering if this statement is true. Could you let me know more information about this? Thank you for your time. The issues I'm seeing are the turbocharge and coolant at the moment.
STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-10
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1G1PC5SB5D7
- Components: STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: Car caught on fire under hood
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-16
- VIN: 1G1PA5SH6D7
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: Everything thing on this engine has failed. Oil and coolant leaks just keep happening now the head gasket started leaking.
STEERING,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-03
- VIN: 1G1PC5SB5D7
- Components: STEERING,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: The cars first started telling me randomly that it needed service to the stabilitrak and the. Would disappear, the next component was the anti theft activated and after turning car off..next time I tried to turn on, it acted as if battery was dead and locked my key in ignition. Fixed itself a couple hours later. Next time it gave me issues all of these components started to come on at same time while also causing power steering to come on and go out in the middle of driving which could have caused a horrible wreck (didn’t thank god) and also started flickering lights inside and outside of car, and the radio turned on and off as well…the car now will not turn on and acts as if battery is dead unless I use cables and have someone jump start my car…it definitely seems to be shorting out like the wiring isn’t working the way it should…I have now taken it to auto one and they tested battery and altinater and said both were in great condition, so I researched and have seen that my car make and model years from 2011-2015 have a recall on the negative battery cable not being crimped right enough but my car specifically isn’t included because it is past its warranty…which I’m sorry is ridiculous in every way no matter any warranty this was a mistake made by the manufacturer and it should be corrected on every car that is included in the years they specifically stated themselves they failed to do correctly when made…my car behaving this way and putting me and my family in danger is nothing that is our fault but the manufacturers and it should 100% be covered…I’m currently waiting to have it looked at by mechanic to reconfirm what I already know, and will know shortly that it is indeed the negative battery cable..I need this covered and corrected by dealer near me
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-05
- VIN: 1G1PA5SH0D7
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: 2013 chevy cruze has so many coolant leaks coming from different locations. This vehicle should be on recall for this major problem. It is basically a lemon but doesn't quite meet requirements for lemon. So close though
SUSPENSION,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-23
- VIN: 1G1PE5SB6D7
- Components: SUSPENSION,ENGINE
- Summary: There is a leak that is causing the coolant reservoir tank to empty every couple of days. It appears that the coolant fumes are going inside the car. It has been taken to the repair shop on several occasions and has had the coolant reservoir replaced. However, the problems persists and the coolant fumes are making me ill from inhaling them. The car was taking in to a Chevrolet dealer December 2023 for an oil change and the service technician stated my car was “fine”. I asked about any possible leaks as I have observed spots in my parking spot. He assured me there were no problems with my car, but I persisted. He printed the service log and he determined the staff who completed the oil change had in fact noticed a leak, but the guy at the desk assured me there was not a problem. A few weeks have gone by and coolant continues to leak and the fumes are getting inside the cabin of the car. They are most noticeable when use the heater or the AC and the fumes can also be observed when I exit the car.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-11-01
- VIN: 1G1PC5SB3D7
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: Vehicle, when parked in garage with key in the ignition, will start all by itself. There have been several times in the past when I could hear the car attempt to start itself unsuccessfully in the garage as well. I run down to remove the key from the ignition when this happens. Idling engine in an enclosed garage can lead to carbon monoxide poisoning to home owner and occupants. Removing key from ignition when parked alleviates problem however this has happened several times now both in and out of garage. One owner vehicle since new, no other keys or objects on key ring/fob when this has happened. Vehicle has 75k miles. Problem began at around 70k miles. Car has been garaged and well cared-for it’s entire life.
STEERING,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-11-28
- VIN: 1G1PC5SB9D7
- Components: STEERING,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Traction control warning pops up and steering stops, even while driving. Motor shuts down and smells like fuel in water res.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-11-22
- VIN: 1G1PC5SB9D7
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: Recall Bulletin: 14371B; water pump leaked causing a crack in the coolant reservoir, The dealership in charge of repair stated that the leak caused permanent engine damage and was now undrivable and needed a new engine. Coolant (anti-freeze) is very hazardous to your health and a coolant leak can cause your engine to overheat and cause damage to your vehicle (including reduced power to your engine). No, the temperature gauge remained at a neutral to cool temp at all times, despite the dealership claiming that the engine was running hot and therefore causing the damage (engine damage = unable to retain pressure).
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-12-09
- VIN: 1G1PA5SH0D7
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: I wanted to file this because I feel this a safety concern. My vehicle has always been kept up on maintenance. One day out no where it started acting up my 2013 Chevy Cruze Ls. I had a shop come back after they did a diagnostic that is was a faulty throttle body sensor and Pcv. I have issues with it shutting off and I’ll have to coast it to stop.What I’m not understanding how can there be recalls for my vechicle same problems same make/model but it’s not showing my vehicle matching up with my Vin #.I do have all the supporting documents and paperwork stating these issues.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-01
- VIN: 1G1PC5SB6D7
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The car overheated in the Spring of 2023 and was towed to a repair shop. The shop determined the thermostat went bad. It was replaced. The car broke down on the interstate on October 1 and had to be towed again. The shop determined the head gasket had blown due to coolant and oil mixed in cylinders. They advised the head gasket could be sent to a machine shop to repair (at a cost of $3k), but no guarantee it won't happen again due to the history of the 2013 Chevy Cruze engines. The recommended replacing the engine instead at a cost of $6,000.
STEERING,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-09-11
- VIN: 1G1PC5SB2D7
- Components: STEERING,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact coasted to the side of the road and stopped the vehicle. The contact stated restarted the vehicle after several attempts. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated there was white smoke coming from the exhaust. The contact stated that the failure had become a recurring failure. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the water pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that the water pump failed again and was replaced; however, recently the water pump failed again. Additionally, the contact stated that there were electrical failures with the vehicle and the doors failed to lock as needed. The contact also stated that the steering wheel had locked up on several occasions. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.
POWER TRAIN,SERVICE BRAKES,VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-30
- VIN: 1G1PE5SB3D7
- Components: POWER TRAIN,SERVICE BRAKES,VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: ABS system is failure. Stability, traction control. Catalytic converter failure, mileage reading failure.
POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-03
- VIN: 1G1PE5SB7D7
- Components: POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Coming home from grocery shopping the night of Sept 3, 2023 the radio kept turning off then coming back on. I was on the highway about 20miles from home radio still turning on and off about every 5mins (go black/blank then light back up) and I had felt when i would accelerate it would as I would slightly go up hill. Once I jad got about 4miles from my house the radio went off once again and dash warning light said "Stabili Trak" and head lights had went off then came back on again. I just was grateful I was not to far from home since it was dark out and the lights were now Turning off too. The next morning (sept 4, 2023)since I did not have another vehicle and my son needed to get to football practice, I drove down the lane of my driveway and the dash warning light kept flashing, the window warning light said turn window on (so I rolled it back up and it turned off), radio kept turning on and off relentlessly, vehicle kept shutting off on me while driving before I even got down my driveway which is about 200 feet. I starred it back up and returned home. I made phones calls to drip it off in sussex NJ at service center where I had bought car as someone followed me(I did not have any problems the hour drive there/40miles) left a message on the voicemail regarding issue, checked to see of recalls though wasn't any. It was not safe to drive the way the car was, just with the only 1 warning dash signal in the middle of driving and headlights stop working them start to couldve caused accident then car turned off while I slowly drove down my driveway doing 7mph as well and I had my son in the car too. Very scary especially driving at night and that happens without much of a warning at 1st.
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-06-28
- VIN: 1G1PC5SB8D7
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: The Water pump failed causing my car to almost stall out and overheating losing power and almost causing me to get hit
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-08-14
- VIN: 1G1PC5SB8D7
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle failed to properly accelerate while the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the RPM was rising. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and suggested a full diagnostic test be performed. The failure mileage was unknown.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-05
- VIN: 1G1PC5SD3D7
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated that after his wife exited the vehicle and closed the front passenger’s side door, all the doors were erroneously locked, leaving the couple stranded outside of the vehicle. The tow truck service was called to the scene and was able the unlock the doors. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were not contacted. The failure mileage was 85,000.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-15
- VIN: 1G1PB5SH8D7
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: Was driving engine started to rattle, smoke out the tail pipe, check engine came on with a code that reports a rattle, with loss of engine power in the middle of the road nearly causing an accident. Mechanic reported internal engine failure. Oil and timing belt was change recently at direction of the maintenance schedule.
2013 Chevrolet Cruze recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 5 recalls for different components of the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
- Summary: 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 Chevrolet Equinox 2013-2015 Chevrolet Malibu, and 2011-2013 GMC Terrain vehicles may have been serviced with similar defective replacement electronic park lock levers. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."
- Consequence: If the key is removed without the transmission in PARK, the vehicle may rollaway as occupants are exiting, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the key cylinder lock housing, free of charge. The recall began on October 14, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, Buick 1-800-521-7300, and GMC 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 50490 and 50491.
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
- Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Buick Encore all-wheel-drive vehicles manufactured August 23, 2012, to September 9, 2013; Verano vehicles manufactured August 8, 2012, to June 20, 2013; Chevrolet Cruze vehicles manufactured August 7, 2012, to August 16, 2013, and 2012-2014 Chevrolet Sonic vehicles manufactured May 10, 2011, to August 16, 2012 equipped with a Calix oil pan/block heater. In cold temperatures, the insulation on the engine block heater cord can become damaged, allowing the wires to be exposed.
- Consequence: Exposed wires increase the risk of electrical shock and personal injury if the cord is handled while it is plugged in.
- Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine oil pan/block heater cord with a new cord that is rated for temperatures of minus 40 degree Celsius. The recall began in August 2014. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 14257.
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Chevrolet Cruze vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the driver's front air bag inflator may have been manufactured with an incorrect part.
- Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's air bag, the air bag's inflator may rupture and the air bag may not inflate. The rupture could cause metal fragments to strike and potentially seriously injure the vehicle occupants. Additionally, if the air bag does not inflate, the driver is at an increased risk of injury.
- Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver side air bag, free of charge. The recall began on June 28, 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 14305.
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
- Summary: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 and 2014 Chevrolet Cruze vehicles equipped with a 1.4L turbo engine, and manufactured between November 28, 2012, and March 7, 2014. On the affected vehicles, the right front half shaft may fracture and separate.
- Consequence: If the half shaft fractures and separates while driving, the vehicle would lose power and coast to a stop. If a vehicle with a fractured half shaft is parked without the parking brake applied, the vehicle could move unexpectedly. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the right half shaft, as needed, free of charge. Parts for the remedy are not currently available. GM will send an interim letter to owners in May 2014. A second owner letter will be mailed when parts are available. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-866-694-6546. GM's number for this recall is 14079. This is an expansion of recall 13V-452. NOTE: Some vehicles subject to this recall were subject to the recall campaign initiated in 2013. Some of those vehicles were repaired using defective parts. Those owners will be advised that they must have their vehicles remedied again under this campaign and that having the earlier recall completed did not remedy their vehicles.
- Manufacturer: General Motors LLC
- Components: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
- Summary: General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 and 2014 Chevrolet Cruze vehicles equipped with manual transmissions (MF3/MR5) and manufactured January 24, 2013, through August 1, 2013. On the affected vehicles, the right front half shaft may fracture and separate.
- Consequence: If the half shaft fractures and separates while driving, the vehicle would lose power and coast to a stop. If a vehicle with a fractured half shaft is parked without the parking brake applied, the vehicle could move unexpectedly. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: General Motors has notified owners. Dealers will replace the half shaft assembly, free of charge. The safety recall began on October 15, 2013. Owners may contact General Motors at 1-800-521-7300. This is General Motors campaign number 13276.
Negative 2013 Chevrolet Cruze car reviews
Positive 2013 Chevrolet Cruze car reviews
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The VALVE cap was replaced in 2014 and the Purge Valve was replaced in 2015. Recently, the car has been turning off randomly when at a stop and the computer panel shuts off without warning. Additionally, when idle, the car jerks. Most recently, there has been a noticeable smell of gas inside the car when it is on and at a stop.
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I bought this car used from the dealer and it had a few minor recalls that were easily fixed. While the price was nice, I found that there are better cars available at the same price point. However, I was happy with it for what it was - a cheaper, reliable car for getting around town that got good gas mileage. The visibility was good and the backup camera was great. Driving was comfortable and the satellite road was very helpful. The controls were easily accessible and the gas mileage was great. The trunk space was fine and the USB charger in the front console was a nice touch. The pockets on the doors were also a nice feature. The headlights were bright and the seats were easily cleaned. I had a Montana that would stain with water stains every time it rained or got snow on them, but this car did not have that issue. Even when a Jeep Laredo hit me, there was hardly any damage done to it! However, there were some downsides. The car was extremely underpowered from a standstill and the passenger legroom was small due to the glovebox. The cloth material on the dash looks nice but I'm not sure about its longevity. The passenger footroom was also small because of the depth of the glovebox. The window defrost is only in the center of the dash and it would take forever to defrost (I live in Canada). The cup holders placement was awkward and there was no interior trunk release - I had to turn off the car to use the trunk release. There was also no legroom in the back seats (remember it's a small car). The car would jerk at times when stopped and I don't know why. There was also a smell coming from the engine compartment when I first bought it, which smelt like burning antifreeze, but it has since stopped. The cheap plastic on the exterior trim would fade and the armrest was extremely small and needs to be longer. Overall, this car would be great for someone under 5'7, but not for tall or bigger people. The dash plastic had a nice style but looked and felt cheap.
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I had this car for 7 years! It never gave me any problems and always got me where I needed to go, although I always made sure to keep up with its maintenance. I would definitely recommend it 100%!!!
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My wife and I have been driving cars for over 45 years. We hadn't purchased a Chevy in more than 25 years until 2013 when we decided to buy a Cruze. Before that, we owned an Elantra, a Focus, a Volks Golf, and a Dodge Caravan. We test drove several cars, including the Elantra, Focus, Mazda, and Toyota, but ultimately chose the Cruze 6-speed standard. We have been extremely satisfied with our decision, having driven approximately 20,000 miles in the past 10 months without any issues.
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I've been the proud owner of a 2013 Cruze LT for two and a half years now, and I'm happy to report that I haven't had any issues with it. My wife loves it too! Although, it would be even better if Chevrolet could increase the interior space and armrest.
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Are you having problems with your 2013 Chevrolet Cruze?
Buck Grady 2025-01-05
I bought the car from the dealer as a demo vehicle with less than 5,000 miles on it. Unfortunately, I've had nothing but issues with it. The car has no pick up, which makes crossing intersections a bit nerve-wracking. Six months into owning the vehicle, it started overheating and giving me a message that read 'a/c off due to high engine temps.' When I took it to the dealer, they couldn't find the issue, and the message was no longer there. Unfortunately, 100 miles over my warranty expiration, it happened again. I had to get the car towed there, and only then did they find the issue. The repairs cost me almost $2,000.00. Not even a month later, the check engine light was back on. Now, every time I pump gas, it gives me a hard time to start and is very shaky, to the point where I have to turn off the car and turn it back on. Sometimes, when I try to turn it off, the engine stays on even if I take the key out. This car has been a real lemon, and I am also looking into the lemon law. I know a few people that own this vehicle, not necessarily 2013 but newer models as well, and they have had the same problems. So, my advice is to avoid buying this car.
Danny Kozey 2024-11-26
We had a tough time with our 2013 Cruz. It was in the garage 11 times in the first two years, and we had problems associated with the power train. The turbo went twice! We couldn't wait to get out of this car! Unfortunately, they don't hold their value well, and we took a big hit when we went to trade it in. If you're looking for something reliable and that holds its value, I'd keep looking. The only plus was the technology, but reliability and dependability are much more important, and we didn't get that!
Emmet Bauch 2024-10-22
Please take a moment to read our special coverage related to the defective negative battery cable. We want to make sure you are aware that this car may break down unexpectedly, even at high speeds. We understand your concerns about the safety of this vehicle and we are actively working to address this issue. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Colby Schneider 2024-08-12
Hey there! I wanted to share my experience with the Chevy Cruze. While I personally had some issues with it, I would recommend considering other options like Honda or Nissan. The car had been recalled twice, but unfortunately not for the known faulty transmission. I did experience some surging and jerking, and even needed a new transient for my 2 year old car. To make matters worse, I had to go back three times in a week because the new one wasn't installed correctly. Just wanted to give you a heads up! :)
Barney Welch 2024-07-21
We noticed some spots on the hood where the paint had peeled away. After visiting the Chevy dealer and speaking to Chevy corporate, they concluded that bird droppings caused the paint chips. Unfortunately, they refused to fix the problem and informed us that it would cost $500 to repair. We were also disappointed to find that our actual MPG was only 25, which was not what we expected. Additionally, there have been two recalls on safety issues in the year that we've had the car. If we had known about these issues beforehand, we would not have purchased the car. We want to warn others to be careful. It's unfortunate that Chevy won't stand behind the quality of its cars. We will not be purchasing another Chevy.