2011 Chevrolet Cruze vs 2011 Kia Forte
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 | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | 2011 Kia Forte |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 731 | 153 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,657 | 80 |
| Investigations | 2 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 38 | 28 |
| Fire reports | 20 | 12 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 26–29 | 26–29 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 58,000 mi | 77,853 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Cruze | Kia Forte |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 257 | 45 |
| Power Train | 193 | 18 |
| Electrical System | 96 | 16 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 75 | 5 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 69 | 10 |
| Air Bags | 40 | 35 |
| Service Brakes | 61 | 11 |
| Steering | 48 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 68 | 15 |
| Stalling | 58 | 12 |
| Overheating | 52 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 49 | 5 |
| Loss of power | 35 | 0 |
| Shifting problems | 18 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 16 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 14 | 0 |
2011 Chevrolet Cruze
2011 Kia Forte
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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.