2015 Chevrolet Cruze vs 2015 Kia Optima
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2015 Chevrolet Cruze | 2015 Kia Optima |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 251 | 1,003 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,554 | 200 |
| Investigations | 0 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 20 | 31 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 73 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 26–32 | 24–37 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 56,597 mi | 80,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Cruze | Kia Optima |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 98 | 618 |
| Electrical System | 49 | 135 |
| Steering | 24 | 68 |
| Power Train | 37 | 49 |
| Structure | 4 | 76 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 23 | 44 |
| Service Brakes | 17 | 49 |
| Air Bags | 20 | 26 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Overheating | 33 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 29 | 102 |
| Stalling | 24 | 155 |
| Vibration / shaking | 18 | 22 |
| Won’t start | 6 | 25 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 6 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 5 | 60 |
| Hesitation / surging | 5 | 0 |
2015 Chevrolet Cruze
2015 Kia Optima
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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.