Front right half shaft may fracture
Defect Summary
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.
Safety 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.
Corrective Action
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.
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FAQ: Recall 13V452000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 13V452000?
NHTSA recall 13V452000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on September 23, 2013. It addresses: Front right half shaft may fracture. The recall affects approximately 3,161 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13V452000 or the manufacturer campaign number 13276. 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.