NHTSA Campaign 13V452000

POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT

Issued by General Motors LLC · Reported Sep 23, 2013 · 3,161 vehicles affected

What's wrong

General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 and 2014 Chevrolet Cruze vehicles equipped with manual transmissions (MF3/MR5) and manufactured January 24, 2013, through August 1, 2013. On the affected vehicles, the right front half shaft may fracture and separate.

Consequence

If the half shaft fractures and separates while driving, the vehicle would lose power and coast to a stop. If a vehicle with a fractured half shaft is parked without the parking brake applied, the vehicle could move unexpectedly. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

General Motors has notified owners. Dealers will replace the half shaft assembly, free of charge. The safety recall began on October 15, 2013. Owners may contact General Motors at 1-800-521-7300. This is General Motors campaign number 13276.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
CHEVROLET CRUZE 2013 3,161
CHEVROLET CRUZE 2014 3,161

Source: NHTSA Campaign 13V452000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.