How many steering complaints does the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze have?

NHTSA lists 74 steering complaints for the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze, making up 13% of the 586 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a steering recall for the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze?

No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for the steering complaints on the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.

At what mileage do steering problems typically show up on the 2013 Cruze?

The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is 36,854.5 miles.

Did steering problems cause crashes on the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze?

NHTSA records 4 crashes, 1 fire, and 2 injuries linked to steering complaints on the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.

How does the 2013 Cruze compare to other model years for steering complaints?

The 2013 Cruze's 13% steering complaint share is similar to 2012 (12%) and 2014 (13%), higher than 2016 through 2019, which range from 0% to 8%.

2013 Chevrolet Cruze Steering Problems

NHTSA lists 74 steering complaints for the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze, 13% of all complaints that year, with 4 crashes and 1 fire reported. Owners commonly describe notchy or sticky steering and sudden lock-up, at a median 36,854 mileage at failure. No related recall is listed for this issue.

Steering complaints: 74; 13% of 586
Crashes reported: 4
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 2
Median mileage: 36,855 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Steering wheel becomes notchy or sticky at highway speeds, moving only in small increments and making minor lane corrections hard.
Steering intermittently locks up or becomes resistant while turning, in one case causing loss of control at 35 mph and a crash.
At speeds above 50 mph, steering feels like it sticks or locks, especially when correcting to the left.
Steering wheel gives resistance turning right for lane corrections, then over-corrects once past the resistance point, causing swerving.
Drivers report a momentary loss of steering connection, as if the tie rod disconnects briefly, requiring correction to keep the car straight.
Some owners describe needing extra force on the wheel to keep the car going in the intended direction at highway speed.

When 2013 Chevrolet Cruze steering complaints were filed

First complaint Feb 3, 2013, latest Nov 9, 2025.

74 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2013 Q1 to 2025 Q4; peak 2014 Q2 (9).

Steering recalls for the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Steering complaints by Cruze model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20100 (0%)
201148 (7%)
2012103 (12%)
201374 (13%)
201493 (13%)
201524 (10%)
201618 (7%)
20176 (3%)
20189 (8%)
20190 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many steering complaints does the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze have?: NHTSA lists 74 steering complaints for the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze, making up 13% of the 586 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a steering recall for the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze?: No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for the steering complaints on the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
At what mileage do steering problems typically show up on the 2013 Cruze?: The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is 36,854.5 miles.
Did steering problems cause crashes on the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze?: NHTSA records 4 crashes, 1 fire, and 2 injuries linked to steering complaints on the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
How does the 2013 Cruze compare to other model years for steering complaints?: The 2013 Cruze's 13% steering complaint share is similar to 2012 (12%) and 2014 (13%), higher than 2016 through 2019, which range from 0% to 8%.