2018 Acura TLX vs 2018 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 | 2018 Acura TLX | 2018 Chevrolet Cruze |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 94 | 109 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 90 | 989 |
| Investigations | 3 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 17 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24–27 | 32–37 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 44,850 mi | 24,600 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura TLX | Chevrolet Cruze |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 31 | 27 |
| Power Train | 11 | 23 |
| Electrical System | 19 | 14 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 14 | 6 |
| Service Brakes | 7 | 12 |
| Steering | 6 | 9 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 11 | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 15 | 12 |
| Clunking / rattling | 13 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 6 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 10 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 7 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 0 | 6 |
2018 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.