2018 Chevrolet Cruze vs 2019 Chevrolet Cruze
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 | 2019 Chevrolet Cruze |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 109 | 21 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 989 | 726 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 17 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 32–37 | 32–37 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 24,600 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Cruze | Chevrolet Cruze |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 27 | 5 |
| Power Train | 23 | 6 |
| Electrical System | 14 | 4 |
| Service Brakes | 12 | 3 |
| Air Bags | 8 | 3 |
| Steering | 9 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 6 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 12 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 10 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 0 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 6 | 0 |
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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.