2016 Acura TLX vs 2016 Chevrolet Cruze
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 | 2016 Acura TLX | 2016 Chevrolet Cruze |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 110 | 247 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 248 | 1,330 |
| Investigations | 2 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 19 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 25–28 | 32–34 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 39,500 mi | 59,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura TLX | Chevrolet Cruze |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 27 | 100 |
| Electrical System | 24 | 58 |
| Power Train | 15 | 31 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 10 | 34 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 21 |
| Service Brakes | 5 | 17 |
| Steering | 4 | 18 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 11 | 10 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 16 | 23 |
| Loss of power | 9 | 6 |
| Check engine light | 8 | 33 |
| Hesitation / surging | 7 | 0 |
| Overheating | 0 | 21 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 7 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 6 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 5 |
2016 Acura TLX
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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.