PROBLEM GUIDE
Here's what owners are experiencing, based on our research of real owner reports and repair data.
Last updated April 2026
922
complaints filed for the 2013 model year
2013–2016
Model years affected
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Start my diagnosis →Eliminates speedometer, fuel, and temperature gauges simultaneously
Check engine light: On
Multiple owners describe the entire instrument cluster blacking out mid-drive: 'you have no speedometer, fuel or temperature gauges and it goes black' — a severe safety-relevant loss of critical driving information with no substitute display.
Battery drainage and charging failures
Check engine light: On
Owners report VINs excluded from recalls despite identical symptoms to covered vehicles, tied to a Generator Control Module defect causing battery drainage and charging failures.
Owners report VINs left out of this recall despite identical symptoms.
Sometimes requiring extended restart attempts
Check engine light: On
A collision risk given the vehicle can shut down unexpectedly in moving traffic and then be slow to restart.
Often alongside the instrument cluster blackout
Check engine light: On
Power steering becomes difficult or locks up during operation, frequently alongside the electrical failures described above — suggesting the two may share a common root cause in the vehicle's electrical architecture.
Beyond routine pedal-sticking complaints
Check engine light: On
Beyond routine brake-pedal-sticking complaints, some reports describe complete loss of braking power while driving on the highway.
Restricts speed without warning, often during highway driving
Check engine light: On
A sudden, unannounced speed restriction to roughly 50 mph while already on the highway, triggered by StabiliTrak/engine power reduction — a collision risk from following traffic.
The vehicle will not start due to a failed passlock sensor
Check engine light: Off
The vehicle will not start due to a failed passlock sensor. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 626 owner reports on file.
The fuel gauge does not read correctly and/or the check engine light comes on with code P0455 or P0461
Check engine light: On
The fuel gauge does not read correctly and/or the check engine light comes on with code P0455 or P0461. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 503 owner reports on file.
The vehicle will not start due to an ignition switch failure
Check engine light: Off
The vehicle will not start due to an ignition switch failure. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 432 owner reports on file.
The ignition key is stuck in the ignition due to a failed shifter
Check engine light: Off
The ignition key is stuck in the ignition due to a failed shifter. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 265 owner reports on file.
The check engine light comes on due to a gas cap issue
Check engine light: On
The check engine light comes on due to a gas cap issue. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 256 owner reports on file.
The intake manifold gaskets leak coolant or engine oil
Check engine light: Off
The intake manifold gaskets leak coolant or engine oil. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 208 owner reports on file.
The turn signal switch fails and causes the hazard flasher to click
Check engine light: Off
The turn signal switch fails and causes the hazard flasher to click. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 187 owner reports on file.
Instrument panel lighting fails due to a faulty panel dimmer module
Check engine light: Off
Instrument panel lighting fails due to a faulty panel dimmer module. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 186 owner reports on file.
The AC blower is inoperative due to a failed resistor
Check engine light: Off
The AC blower is inoperative due to a failed resistor. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 186 owner reports on file.
A transmission fault occurs and/or the check engine light comes on with codes P0716, P0776, P0717, P0777, P2714, or P2715
Check engine light: On
A transmission fault occurs and/or the check engine light comes on with codes P0716, P0776, P0717, P0777, P2714, or P2715. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 173 owner reports on file.
The ignition module or coil fails, causing an engine misfire
Check engine light: Off
The ignition module or coil fails, causing an engine misfire. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 161 owner reports on file.
The driver's seat frame breaks, causing instability and a safety hazard
Check engine light: Off
The driver's seat frame breaks, causing instability and a safety hazard. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 145 owner reports on file.
Poor terminal contact at the BCM connectors causes electrical issues
Check engine light: Off
Poor terminal contact at the BCM connectors causes electrical issues. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 130 owner reports on file.
Owners report a Generator Control Module (GCM) defect with VINs excluded from the applicable recall despite identical symptoms to covered vehicles. Enter your VIN to get the confirmed, current recall picture for your specific car.
The information on this page is for general educational purposes only and is not a diagnosis. It is compiled from aggregated owner-reported data and publicly available sources, not from an inspection of your vehicle. Symptoms described here can have multiple causes, and the presence of a commonly reported problem does not mean your vehicle has it. Repair cost ranges are estimates that vary by region, shop, vehicle condition, and parts availability. Recall and service campaign information may be incomplete or out of date — verify current recall status with NHTSA or your manufacturer. MyGearGuru is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any vehicle manufacturer; manufacturer and model names are used for identification only. Always consult a qualified technician before making repair decisions.
The instrument cluster suddenly going completely dark while driving — eliminating the speedometer, fuel gauge, and temperature gauge at once — is a severe safety problem: 'you have no speedometer, fuel or temperature gauges and it goes black.' A Generator Control Module (GCM) defect causing battery drainage and charging failures, with owners reporting VINs excluded from the applicable recall despite identical symptoms, is also widely reported.