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2013 Chevrolet Cruze

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

6

4 current

Combined

7.8L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$2,418

20,000 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs cost you nothing. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number — no time limit, however many owners the vehicle has had.

Steering

Transport Canada recall 2015303 · manufacturer campaign 15386

6 July 2015

Transport Canada lists: Cruze 2013

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the inner tie rod attachment to the steering gear may not have been tightened to specification. With this condition, the tie rod can separate from the steering gear without warning, which could result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash causing injury and/or property damage.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace the entire steering gear assembly.

1 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Accessories

Transport Canada recall 2014274 · manufacturer campaign 14257

3 July 2014

Transport Canada lists: Encore 2013–2014 · Verano 2013–2014 · Cruze 2011–2014 · Sonic 2012–2014 · and 1 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, insulation on the engine block heater power cord may become damaged if the cord is handled during very cold days (temperatures below -25C). This could create an electrical shock hazard, which could result in personal injury.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace the block heater cord.

17,144 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety TC

Airbag

Transport Canada recall 2014250 · manufacturer campaign 14305

26 June 2014

Transport Canada lists: Cruze 2013–2014

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the driver's (frontal) airbag inflator was built with an incorrect part which could cause the inflator to rupture during a deployment. In a crash, this may cause airbag components to separate, which could allow fragments to be propelled toward vehicle occupants, increasing the risk of injury. In some cases, the airbag may not inflate. Failure of the driver airbag to fully deploy during a crash (where deployment is warranted) could increase the risk of personal injury to the seat occupant.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace the driver's (frontal) airbag.

4,066 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Powertrain

Transport Canada recall 2014100 · manufacturer campaign 14079

31 March 2014

Transport Canada lists: Cruze 2013–2014

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the passenger side halfshaft could fracture and separate. If this were to occur while the vehicle is being driven, it could result in a loss of motive power. If this were to occur while the vehicle is parked on an incline without the parking brake applied, it could result in unintended vehicle movement. Both situations could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or property damage.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace affected halfshafts. Note: This recall supersedes recalls 2013323. Some vehicles that were inspected and/or repaired under the previous recall will need to be re-inspected and repaired if necessary.

26,760 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr
1 replaced by later campaigns

Powertrain

Transport Canada recall 2013323 · manufacturer campaign 13276

25 September 2013

Replaced: This recall has been replaced by a later campaign. Check the newer one — the repair may have changed.

Transport Canada lists: Cruze 2013–2014

What is wrong

On certain vehicles equipped with manual transmissions, the passenger side halfshaft could fracture and separate. If this were to occur while the vehicle is being driven, it could result in a loss of motive power. If this were to occur while the vehicle is parked on an incline without the parking brake applied, it could result in unintended vehicle movement. Both situations could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or property damage.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace affected halfshafts.

1,093 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSuperseded

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Mid-size
In its class
More efficient than 78% of 161 2013 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
179 g/km

Set your own distance and pump price · Full efficiency ranking

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Common questions

Does the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 6 recalls on record for the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze, of which 4 are current and 1 has been replaced by later campaigns. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze get?
NRCan rates the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze at 7.8 L/100 km combined, emitting 179 g of CO2 per kilometre. There are 4 rated versions; this is the median.
What does it cost to run a 2013 Chevrolet Cruze for a year?
At 20,000 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $2,418 in fuel, producing roughly 3,604 kg of CO2. Your own distance and prices will change this — the calculator lets you set both.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 30 July 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.