2013 Chevrolet Cruze vs 2013 Kia Optima
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 | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | 2013 Kia Optima |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 585 | 1,375 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 9 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,881 | 235 |
| Investigations | 0 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 54 | 48 |
| Fire reports | 8 | 112 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 26–30 | 26–37 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 53,652 mi | 87,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Cruze | Kia Optima |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 210 | 610 |
| Steering | 74 | 212 |
| Electrical System | 121 | 145 |
| Power Train | 112 | 64 |
| Structure | 13 | 127 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 29 | 91 |
| Air Bags | 49 | 60 |
| Service Brakes | 45 | 58 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Overheating | 57 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 50 | 108 |
| Stalling | 32 | 168 |
| Loss of power | 25 | 53 |
| Hesitation / surging | 16 | 24 |
| Vibration / shaking | 11 | 54 |
| Brake problems | 10 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 9 | 0 |
2013 Chevrolet Cruze
2013 Kia Optima
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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.