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2016 Chevrolet Cruze vs 2016 Hyundai Veloster

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.

Metric2016 Chevrolet Cruze2016 Hyundai Veloster
NHTSA complaints247221
Recall campaigns41
Service bulletins (TSBs)1,330125
Investigations01
Crash reports1915
Fire reports64
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)32–3428–31
Median reported incident mileage59,000 mi58,900 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentChevrolet CruzeHyundai Veloster
Engine100132
Electrical System5816
Power Train3143
Fuel/propulsion System3420
Air Bags2111
Service Brakes178
Steering181
Vehicle Speed Control109

Symptoms owners describe

Check engine light3334
Stalling2343
Overheating217
Vibration / shaking75
Loss of power618
Airbag warning light60
Won’t start50
Clunking / rattling022
2016 Chevrolet Cruze
2016 Hyundai Veloster

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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.