2012 BMW 528I vs 2012 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 | 2012 BMW 528I | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 89 | 864 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 372 | 1,814 |
| Investigations | 1 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 62 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 17 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 27 | 26–30 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 78,000 mi | 56,283 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 528I | Chevrolet Cruze |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 42 | 267 |
| Electrical System | 12 | 196 |
| Power Train | 20 | 137 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 142 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 108 |
| Steering | 3 | 103 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 26 | 48 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 51 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 27 | 56 |
| Loss of power | 8 | 57 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 20 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 88 |
| Overheating | 0 | 47 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 31 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 30 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 14 |
2012 BMW 528I
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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.