2012 Chevrolet Cruze vs 2012 Dodge Challenger
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 23, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | 2012 Dodge Challenger |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 865 | 253 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,815 | 166 |
| Investigations | 3 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 62 | 11 |
| Fire reports | 18 | 8 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 26–30 | 18–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 56,283 mi | 54,490 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Cruze | Dodge Challenger |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 196 | 138 |
| Engine | 268 | 25 |
| Power Train | 137 | 17 |
| Service Brakes | 142 | 9 |
| Steering | 103 | 19 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 108 | 7 |
| Air Bags | 34 | 47 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 51 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 88 | 8 |
| Loss of power | 57 | 7 |
| Stalling | 56 | 30 |
| Overheating | 47 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 31 | 5 |
| Hesitation / surging | 30 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 20 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 14 | 0 |
2012 Chevrolet Cruze
2012 Dodge Challenger
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.