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1G1PC5SB7D7••••••2013 Chevrolet CRUZE
This build draws 4.2× more complaints than the average 2013 Chevrolet CRUZE build (21 vs 5).
21on this build
521on the model
104builds in total
1involved a crash
Most reportedPower Train 4Electrical System 4Engine 4Fuel/propulsion System 3
What owners of this build wrote
SteeringcrashNov 2013
Backing out of drive--seat belt on-car sped up at rapid acceleration--no control-ran into telephone pole--braked no results. Car circled in road and crossed road--tried shifting. No result turned off ignition just as car was to strike a big tree . Car stopped. Passenger side of…
Unknown Or OtherJul 2024
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…
Power TrainJun 2024
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
Service BrakesMar 2021
When in reverse on brakes do not engage properly-no braking action.. This same issue was addressed by a recall of 2012 models but GM has not issued a recall for 2013 models even though online research shows this is a common problem
Electrical SystemMay 2020
My 20 yr old daughter bought this car in may 2020. She had it 1 week and ended up broken down on the side of the road the interstate, 3-1/2 hrs away at school because the catalytic converter went out. 2 weeks and a new catalytic converter, I am on the side of the road because…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1G1PC5SB7D7294276 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.