Can you explain what the recall on the negative battery cable for Chevy Cruze is all about?

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Susan Dray Jan 28, 2021

The recall for the negative battery cable on Chevy Cruze models from 2011 to 2015 was announced due to potential loosening over time. Chevy has extended warranty coverage for this part to 10 years or 120,000 miles as a precaution. Vehicles affected may encounter various electrical issues, such as erratic radio display and warning lights for ABS or STS. Problems like charging issues and loss of power steering may also occur. To address this, it's recommended to have your local Chevy dealer inspect and fix the cable at no charge.

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Brandy A Aug 29, 2022

Can you please assist me? I was changing the negative terminal of my battery, and the small wire that connects with the bolt tore off at the bottom and went under the fuse box. I can't locate where it was attached or what it was connected to.
William Barnwell Sep 3, 2020

The battery negative cable clamp may have a faulty crimp on some 2011-2015 Chevrolet Cruze cars. This can lead to increased internal resistance over time, causing electrical issues. Some effects could include the radio or HVAC screen flickering on and off, as well as warning messages for the ABS, traction control, stability system, and steering system cycling on and off intermittently.
aerean gegra Oct 21, 2020

Is it possible that this would also happen with a Holden Cruze? I'm in Australia and experiencing identical problems.
Boris W. May 14, 2020

Here's a paraphrased and unique version:

On some Chevrolet Cruze vehicles made between 2011 and 2015, there may be an issue with the negative battery cable clamp not being properly secured to the battery terminal. As time passes, this can lead to a rise in internal resistance, causing the vehicle's electrical systems to not receive enough power. This can result in various effects like the radio or HVAC monitor turning on and off, as well as alerts on the antilock brake system, traction control, stability control, and steering system.
Israel L. May 18, 2020

The negative battery terminal clamp on some 2011 models may not be crimped properly at the battery negative terminal.
Wayne E. Mar 12, 2023

The lights turn on, there's a clicking sound from the solenoid, but the starter doesn't engage to start the engine!
Kent H May 9, 2023

I'm hoping someone can help me out with this question. I took my Chevy Cruze to the dealership not long after purchasing it used in 2016. Although it would have been under warranty back then, the dealership found nothing wrong with it. Now, at 125,000 miles, I've discovered the issue. Can they still fix it for free since they failed to address it when I first brought it in during 2016 or 2017? I found information about the replacement part dating back to 2015, so it wasn't a new development since my purchase. Since my car is a 2014 model, it should still be covered either by the year or mileage criteria.

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