2013 Chevrolet Cruze: engine stalls while driving

Filed Aug 20, 2025 · Airbags, Fuel system · MN

For the airbag the car was sold to me without a working airbag. It’s in the steering wheel (I have been told this by a Chevrolet dealership) and the part that is broken is the part that will make it inflate in case of crash. This is scary to me. I was just in my first (and hopefully only) accident a month before in a more steely car and while no airbags were deployed it still hurts. The second issue is with the fuel pump or sensor - the coding is very unsure but the dash (including the mechanical gauge) says the car will go from half tank to empty on an 8 mile drive. It has no leaks on the underside and I had it into the mechanic twice. The second time because it stumbled and stalled at a stop light. Before dying - half tank. August 6th they just scanned it with their computer I got no paperwork from them. On the 15th I didn’t get any paperwork either. I will include the shop’s number.

Filed Apr 14, 2025 · Engine · AZ

Check engine light is on and the low fuel efficiency which will cause the system to fail and the vehicle to shut down while driving.

Filed Feb 26, 2025 · Engine · 139,000 miles · CO

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 the Engine Control Module (ECM) had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 139,000.

Filed Jul 4, 2024 · MO

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

Filed Sep 11, 2023 · Electrical, Engine · 130,000 miles · MI

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.

Filed Aug 29, 2023 · Engine, Transmission · OK

The Water pump failed causing my car to almost stall out and overheating losing power and almost causing me to get hit

Filed Aug 4, 2023 · Engine · GA

My car constantly has coolant and oil leaks, a/c getting clogged , car is stalling while I drive if shutz off when I drive in stop and go traffic and will roll backwards if on a hill . Car constantly overheats. Turbo keep going out as well . Car currently isn’t running

Filed Sep 28, 2022 · Engine · 144,813 miles · GA

The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated the vehicle was overheating and suddenly stalling. The contact had to wait a while for the vehicle to cool down before being able to restart the vehicle to continue driving. The contact stated that the overheating alarm and idle engine chime was audible. The contact stated that the message to turn off the A/C was displayed even though the A/C was not activated. The contact took the vehicle to a certified mechanic who replaced the thermostat and 3 coolant temperature sensors and the housing. The failure persisted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 144,813.

Filed Jul 1, 2022 · Engine · NY

Since June 2021 have had this car in to the mechanic 7 times for engine coolant system. Each time it has been replace. Just 2 weeks ago it started to buck while driving. No matter what speed I am at. There are times where I am at a red light and it acts like it wants to stall out. When I proceed to go from a red light there are times where it takes a few seconds before it actually starts to go while the gas pedal is pressed.

Filed Oct 16, 2021 · Electrical, Engine · NY

Tsb # 16-na-015 engine stall or stumble,ignition coil wire fretting.I can not figure out why this is not a safety recall.other than g.m. Not interested in being responsible. My car stalled while driving and I had no brakes and no steering.it dont take a lot of thinking as to what can and will happen without brakes and steering.my car was towed to the dealership and the above issue was confirmed.the tsb was issued 1-21-2016 and all 2011-2014 may be affected.please advise me with a follow up on this major problem. This is my second report on this with no response.this wont go away by ignoring the issue.lets take care of this before accidents.

Filed Jun 23, 2021 · Electrical, Engine · NY

In regards to tsb # 16-na-015 engine stall or stumble. Ignition coil wire fretting.this problem is dangerous and can happen at any given time while driving without warning and dtc codes. (check engine light) . When the cars stall you have no power steering and no power brakes and could and will cause an accident if it has`nt happened as of yet .resulting in injury and or death. With minimal research I have found this is a known and ongoing global issue that g.m. Has known about since 1-21-2016.all these cars need to be recalled and repaired prior to anybody losing there life.

Filed Nov 13, 2020 · Engine, Fuel system · CA

Recall: n202299080 the cracks in the faulty pcv valve prevented proper air intake and pressurization to and from the intake engine. Because the vehicle has been operating under these strenuous improper conditions, the turbo has not been able to spool properly in accordance with its design and has also become defective/in need of replacement. Faulty pressurization does not only affect the pcv valve, but the components on either side of the valve and their processes as well. My 2013 chevy cruze not only stalls in the middle of the street, but dies there and is a huge safety hazard to both my family and those we share the road with. This vehicle has never been in an accident or had any other complications, except for this faulty pcv valve. The condition has exposed my turbo and engine to irregular unwarranted propulsion mechanisms. Gm is hoping we're ignorant enough to cover those costs on our own. This is wrong. Their faulty part triggered a series of safety hazards and complications. They need to be held accountable, we cannot sit back or turn a blind eye in their direction. We need to stand up for each other and speak out. Thank you for making our safety concerns your priority!