2013 Chevrolet Cruze vs 2015 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | 2015 Chevrolet Cruze |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 585 | 251 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,881 | 1,554 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 54 | 20 |
| Fire reports | 8 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 26–30 | 26–32 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 53,652 mi | 56,597 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Cruze | Chevrolet Cruze |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 210 | 98 |
| Electrical System | 121 | 49 |
| Power Train | 112 | 37 |
| Steering | 74 | 24 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 62 | 30 |
| Air Bags | 49 | 20 |
| Service Brakes | 45 | 17 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 29 | 23 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Overheating | 57 | 33 |
| Check engine light | 50 | 29 |
| Stalling | 32 | 24 |
| Loss of power | 25 | 5 |
| Hesitation / surging | 16 | 5 |
| Vibration / shaking | 11 | 18 |
| Brake problems | 10 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 9 | 6 |
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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.