2013 Chevrolet Cruze: Complete loss of electrical
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2013 Cruze report: complete loss of electrical. CarComplaints.com lists 11 owner complaints, average mileage 55,950 miles.
NHTSA has 122 owner complaints for the 2013 Cruze in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11768211 (filed 10/01/2026): “I purchased the car with my student financial aid money as soon as i got 5 car a few blocks away and the car started boiling.then the key ignition system said use pocket transmitter that didn't work .i purchased a new battery i have a mechanic that's why i pur…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11746413 (filed 06/25/2026): “Hh…”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: none clearly reported. Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Moderate
Finding and splicing chewed wiring is doable with a multimeter and patience but can be time-consuming; harness replacement is pro work. (Our assessment.)
Cost
CarComplaints.com owners report a typical repair cost of about $1,500 (owner-reported average, not a quote).
Typical parts (search links, no affiliate codes)
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Sources
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