2017 Audi A4 vs 2017 Chevrolet Cruze
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2017 Audi A4 | 2017 Chevrolet Cruze |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 54 | 201 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 729 | 1,231 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 28 | 32–37 |
| Median reported mileage | — | 30,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi A4 | Chevrolet Cruze |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 21 | 73 |
| Power Train | 4 | 39 |
| Electrical System | 6 | 33 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 6 | 15 |
| Air Bags | 13 | 7 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 18 |
| Structure | 0 | 16 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 12 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 0 | 28 |
| Stalling | 0 | 22 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 0 | 12 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 11 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 6 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 5 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 5 |
2017 Audi A4
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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.