2013 Chevrolet Cruze
This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
- Complaints
- 587
- Recalls
- 5
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Engine
Campaigns on file for 2013
None on file
36% of complaints
Complaints per year
2013: 587 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 2 |
| 2011 | 732 |
| 2012 | 865 |
| 2013 | 587 |
| 2014 | 702 |
| 2015 | 252 |
| 2016 | 249 |
| 2017 | 201 |
| 2018 | 109 |
| 2019 | 22 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Engine
36% · 212 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Car caught on fire under hood
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-05-12
Also filed under Electrical system and steering
I had the vehicle serviced for oil change and tire rotation on May 25.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-07-08
Also filed under Service brakes
I purchased the car with my student financial aid money as soon as I got 5 car a few blocks away and the car started boiling.then the key ignition system said use pocket transmitter that didn't work .I purchased a new battery I have a mechanic...
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-01
Also filed under Electrical system and power train
Electrical system
21% · 122 reportsMost commonly citing instrument cluster/panel and speedometer/odometer.
Power train
19% · 113 reportsMost commonly citing axle shaft.
Steering
13% · 74 reportsElectronic stability control (esc)
11% · 62 reportsSafety timeline
5 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2013Complaint volume 587 complaints filed for this model year.
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2013-10-15Power train13V452000 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.
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.
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2014-06-09Power train14V151000 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.
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.
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2014-06-28Air bags14V372000 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.
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.
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2014-08-29Equipment14V417000 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...
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.
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2016-10-14Electrical system, power train16V502000 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.
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.
Buy-smart checklist
2013 Chevrolet Cruze — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 212 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 122 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 113 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 13V452000 · Power train
- Recall 14V151000 · Power train
- Recall 14V372000 · Air bags
- Recall 14V417000 · Equipment
- Recall 16V502000 · Electrical system, power train
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- Is the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is rated "significantly worse".
- What are the most common problems with the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 36% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze have?
- 5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.