2013 Chevrolet Cruze engine and engine cooling problems
24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine and engine cooling on the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze — 4% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH, the steering wheel seized, and the vehicle also lost motive power. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was able to be restarted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and…”
filed Jun 13, 2025
“The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was able to be restarted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed and determined that…”
filed Feb 26, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Engine and Engine Cooling problems in other Cruze years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 Cruze | 2 | 2% |
| 2017 Cruze | 4 | 2% |
| 2016 Cruze | 6 | 2% |
| 2015 Cruze | 5 | 2% |
| 2014 Cruze | 17 | 2% |
| 2012 Cruze | 44 | 5% |
| 2011 Cruze | 39 | 5% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.