2011 BMW 535I vs 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
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 | 2011 BMW 535I | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 112 | 731 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 354 | 1,657 |
| Investigations | 0 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 38 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 20 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–24 | 26–29 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 80,000 mi | 58,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 535I | Chevrolet Cruze |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 37 | 257 |
| Power Train | 17 | 193 |
| Electrical System | 17 | 96 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 69 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 0 | 75 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 34 | 37 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 61 |
| Steering | 0 | 48 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 15 | 58 |
| Loss of power | 6 | 35 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 68 |
| Clunking / rattling | 5 | 0 |
| Overheating | 0 | 52 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 49 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 18 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 16 |
2011 BMW 535I
2011 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.