NHTSA Data Explorer

Chevrolet Malibu

Data refreshed August 27, 2026

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Complaints

20,558

Active records

Recalls

59

Active records

TSBs

4,400

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

23

Injuries

677

Crashes

828

Fires

185

Top reported issues — Chevrolet Malibu

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Operating state

8,333

Reporting mechanism

6,372

Steering behavior

5,792

Condition issue

4,160

Engine behavior

2,597

Lighting behavior

2,417

Performance issue

2,367

Driver assistance issue

2,339

Vibration/harshness

1,805

Noise

1,732

Starting behavior

1,416

Safety restraint issue

1,333

Braking behavior

1,031

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

989

Electrical issue

977

Fluid issue

880

Access/entry issue

785

Thermal issue

759

Powering on/off behavior

751

Safety restraint behavior

509

HVAC behavior

385

Ride/handling behavior

352

Infotainment behavior

300

Smell

223

Recent change

196

Wiper/washer behavior

101

Communication/network issue

34

Electrified system issue

12

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2023 CHEVROLET MALIBU

Filed Aug 25, 2026


camera blurred when backing up been having a recall no remedy or paper sent out for it yet

2022 CHEVROLET MALIBU

Filed Aug 24, 2026


The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated. An independent mechanic was contacted. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed and determined that the turbocharger needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact associated the failure with Special Coverage Program: N252508360 (turbocharger replacement for up to…

2015 CHEVROLET MALIBU

Filed Aug 24, 2026


Fuel sensors failing, codes obd are not fixing issue, auto stop, shuts radio off when brake is applied, resets all electric components in car. Every time braking at a stop or signal.

2020 CHEVROLET MALIBU

Filed Aug 23, 2026


I have a failed vacuum pump which caused my braking ability to be 100% reliant on my own strength to be able to “safely” stop the car. This is an ongoing and common problem with GM yet they have not recalled or given any solution. This is unsafe and should be illegal. I have now an underwater car loan and still a non-drivable car because not only do i have to repair the vacuum pump but also the camshaft exhaust as well as timing chain. All of these repairs are things GM willingly hides from…

2021 CHEVROLET MALIBU

Filed Aug 21, 2026


The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle failed to accelerate as needed; however, the RPM was extremely elevated. The vehicle then lost motive power and went into LIMP Mode, and the vehicle failed to exceed 15 MPH. The vehicle was taken to a dealer on three separate occasions. After the first failure, the dealer stated that the failure was caused by an inoperable sensor, and the fuel pump was reprogrammed. The contact stated that after…

2024 CHEVROLET MALIBU

Filed Aug 20, 2026


My vehicle is a 2024 Chevrolet Malibu, VIN [XXX]. It is showing recall N262551720 (NHTSA 26V212) concerning the rearview camera. My rearview camera is currently clear and functioning normally, with no distortion or blank screen. I am requesting that NHTSA review whether my specific VIN is actually part of the affected population for this recall and whether the recall should apply to my vehicle. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

2021 CHEVROLET MALIBU

Filed Aug 20, 2026


The Chevy Malibu is displaying a “Shift to Park” message even when the gear selector is physically in the Park position. This indicates that the vehicle’s computer may not be recognizing that the vehicle has been placed in Park, which is commonly associated with a faulty or failing internal park-position sensor/switch. The issue is affecting the vehicle’s ability to shut down properly. It is necessary to turn the vehicle off and back on multiple times before the system will recognize that the…

2023 CHEVROLET MALIBU

Filed Aug 20, 2026


The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle hesitated and failed to accelerate as needed. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.

2023 CHEVROLET MALIBU

Filed Aug 20, 2026


The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera displayed a blue or black image. The vehicle was taken to be diagnosed, and it was determined that the rear-view camera needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was informed that parts were ordered for the repair. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken back to the dealer three times; however, the parts were still unavailable. In addition, the contact stated that…

2023 CHEVROLET MALIBU

Filed Aug 20, 2026


The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the vehicle failed to turn off. The “Shift to Park” message was displayed. Additionally, after the vehicle was parked and the engine was turned off, the vehicle independently started. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was towed to the dealer as per the manufacturer's request. However, the vehicle was not inspected. The vehicle was…

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Updated August 27, 2026. Refreshed nightly.