Chevrolet Cruze vs Toyota Camry
For 2010–2020 models, the Toyota Camry has 11.6 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 20.6 for the Chevrolet Cruze. Below: what each one’s owners report most, when it shows up, and what it costs to fix.
Both rates cover the same model years (2010–2020), counting each complaint once and dividing by US sales, so the more popular vehicle isn’t penalized for being popular. Years too new to judge are left out. How this is calculated.
Chevrolet Cruze
20.6 complaints per 10,000 sold
1.8× the Toyota Camry’s rate
- Complaints
- 3,717
- Sold
- 1,805,322
- Recall campaigns
- 26
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 0
Most complaints: 2010–2012 and 2014. Fewest: 2018–2020. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 56,000 mi
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Cooling system: radiator, water pump, thermostat, fan
Typically around 61,987 mi · repair $260–$1,910
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Stalling and no-start
Typically around 54,000 mi
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Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting
Typically around 33,160 mi
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 48,228 mi
Toyota Camry
11.6 complaints per 10,000 sold
44% fewer than the Chevrolet Cruze
- Complaints
- 4,724
- Sold
- 4,055,855
- Recall campaigns
- 32
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 1
Most complaints: 2018. Fewest: 2016–2017. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Doors, windows, latches, seats and trim
Typically around 64,000 mi
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Stalling and no-start
Typically around 37,700 mi
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 70,377 mi
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Oil consumption and leaks
Typically around 98,191 mi
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Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting
Typically around 30,000 mi
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Chevrolet Cruze or the Toyota Camry?
For 2010–2020 models, the Toyota Camry has 11.6 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Chevrolet Cruze has 20.6, counting the same model years for both.
What is the most common problem on the Chevrolet Cruze?
The most-reported problem on the Chevrolet Cruze is body control and other modules, typically around 56,000 miles.
What is the most common problem on the Toyota Camry?
The most-reported problem on the Toyota Camry is doors, windows, latches, seats and trim, typically around 64,000 miles.
Which Chevrolet Cruze and Toyota Camry years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Chevrolet Cruze: 2010–2012 and 2014; Toyota Camry: 2018.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, recalls and investigations; US sales from public industry figures; repair costs from book labor hours and parts pricing at national rates. Complaints are self-reported and not independently verified. Problem lists cover each vehicle’s full history. This is not a recommendation to buy or avoid either vehicle.