Possible loss of braking assist
Defect Summary
General motors (gm) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 chevrolet cruze vehicles equipped with 1.4l dohc gasoline turbo engines and 6t40 front wheel drive automatic transmissions and equipped with an electric vacuum pump to provide supplemental vacuum for brake assist, when needed. in the affected vehicles, the pump may not activate, resulting in an intermittent reduction or loss of brake assist.
Safety Consequence
A loss of braking assistance will require extra pedal force and/or distance to bring the vehicle to a stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
General motors will notify owners, and dealers will replace a microswitch in the power brake vacuum pipe assembly, free of charge. The recall began on october 7, 2013. owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020. gm's recall number is 12213.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from General Motors, Llc or involving Service Brakes, Hydraulic.
FAQ: Recall 13V360000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 13V360000?
NHTSA recall 13V360000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on August 15, 2013. It addresses: Possible loss of braking assist. The recall affects approximately 292,879 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13V360000 or the manufacturer campaign number 12213. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.