No car is perfect, but we've gathered everything relating to the Holden reliability here to help you decide if it's a smart buy.

Holden Cruze 2013 or 2010: Are they worth buying?

15 Feb 2020

Is it worth buying a 2013 Holden Cruze automatic or the 2010 model? I have heard mixed reviews. Read more

Holden Barina 2000: Why does my car randomly lose momentum?

11 Jan 2020

My 2000 Holden Barina Swing has 90,000km on the clock. I will be driving along and the car will lose momentum almost like it is not getting fuel. It does not do this all the time but maybe three or ...Read more

Holden Vectra 2004: How do I jump-start my car?

21 Dec 2019

I had trouble starting my 2004 Holden Vectra, it wouldn't kick over. Could I have caused more problems jump-starting my car with a jump-starting kit, with the negative connected to the negative and ...Read more

Holden Cruze 2014:

6 Dec 2019

I own a 2014 Holden Cruze Equipe. I bought it brand new, always serviced from local dealer, and never had any issues with it until I had a crash. Rear left panel is badly damaged in crash and this ...Read more

Holden Captiva 2009: Engine dying

29 Nov 2019

I've just replaced the diesel motor in my 2009 Holden Captiva, due to the back up of carbon which blew the motor and I do a lot of long distance driving, now while accelerating the engine will ...Read more

Holden Cruze 2013: Are manuals reliable?

29 Nov 2019

 I am considering buying a 2013 Holden Cruze SRI hatchback with a manual transmission. It has low km and looks in good condition. I see there are problems with the automatic models. Are the manual ...Read more

Do I need windscreen replacement coverage?

1 Nov 2019

I have been looking at a lot of new cars that have auto braking, lane departure HUD and a lot of other things on the windscreen. I am thinking of getting a new Holden Calais, but a friend has said to ...Read more

Holden Colorado 2013: Why is my engine failure light on?

1 Nov 2019

We have a 2013 Holden Colorado that has just started to malfunction in that when we are driving along it will suddenly stop and say engine failure or low oil pressure. The mechanic says that it could ...Read more

Holden Commodore 2002: How can I fix a broken interior vent?

25 Oct 2019

The interior vent in my 2002 Holden Commodore is stuck on the windscreen vent, the switch turns freely to other settings but air only blow out of the windscreen vent.  Read more

Holden Colorado 2017: Warranty

18 Oct 2019

I'm currently battling with Holden on warranty for a faulty steering rack in my 2017 Holden Colorado, which I ordered from the dealer with a 2-inch lift kit, and is on its second going third new rack ...Read more

Holden Colorado 2017: Warranty

18 Oct 2019

I'm currently battling with Holden on warranty for a faulty steering rack in my 2017 Holden Colorado, which I ordered from the dealer with a 2-inch lift kit, and is on its second going third new rack ...Read more

Holden Commodore 1998: Pricing

18 Oct 2019

How should I price my Holden Commodore VT Acclaim 1998 with 150,000 km-plus on it? Read more

Holden Cruze 2010: Transmission problems

18 Oct 2019

My 2010 Holden Cruze automatic was purchased new, and has always been serviced, driven 120,000 km and has had transmission issues. Holden will not assist in out of warranty contribution to new ...Read more

Holden Colorado 2009: Why is my car making a noise when started?

11 Oct 2019

My 2009 Holden Colorado ute has a noise like a leaky exhaust when first moving off. I have been told that the exhaust is fine, but the problem may be the tappets out of adjustment or a burned valve. ...Read more

Holden Barina: Parts not stocked in Australia

27 Sep 2019

I have a Holden Barina sport 1.4-litre turbo with 50,000 km on clock. It is overheating, with a leaking water pump and bottom hose. Holden has offered to cover costs, which I appreciate. But they ...Read more

Holden Commodore 2007: Any known major issues?

20 Sep 2019

Does the 2007 VE Holden Commodore 3.6-litre, four-speed Omega Sedan drive well? Does it have any common major problems over time and are they reliable cars? It has 133,000 km with full service ...Read more

What is the correct tyre pressure for the Holden Barina 2010?

20 Sep 2019

I recently purchased a 2010 Holden Barina with no owner's manual. What is the correct tyre pressure on a 2010 Barina TK manual, and how do you check the oil, brake fluid and water? Read more
Used Holden Cruze review: 2009-2016

Used Holden Cruze review: 2009-2016

18 Sep 2019 by David Morley

Holden’s compact family car offering from a decade ago was the Cruze, a front-drive vehicle that can be broadly divided into two camps for the duration of its production.From its launch in 2009, ...Read more

Holden Calais 2014: What should I do about the safety recall on my car?

13 Sep 2019

In December 2018 I received a letter from Holden about a Safety Recall for a power steering problem for my 2014 Holden Calais, "which may result in loss of power steering assistance". We are elderly ...Read more

Holden Barina 2011: Does this car have a timing chain or belt?

13 Sep 2019

Does the 2011 Holden Barina Hatch have a timing chain or belt? Read more