2018 Chevrolet Cruze vs 2018 Nissan Versa
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2018 Chevrolet Cruze | 2018 Nissan Versa |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 109 | 55 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 989 | 88 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 17 | 11 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 32–37 | 29–34 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 24,600 mi | 32,006 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Cruze | Nissan Versa |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 27 | 14 |
| Power Train | 23 | 10 |
| Electrical System | 14 | 17 |
| Air Bags | 8 | 13 |
| Service Brakes | 12 | 6 |
| Steering | 9 | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 4 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 6 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 12 | 10 |
| Check engine light | 10 | 5 |
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 0 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 6 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 5 |
2018 Chevrolet Cruze
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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.