2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid electrical system problems
11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid — 46% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while shifting into park(P), the vehicle failed to recognize that the transmission was in park(P). The contact had to manipulate and maneuver the gear shifter several times before the vehicle recognized that the gear shifter was in…”
filed Jun 16, 2025
“Stability track warning randomly appears while driving and spontaneously causes total brake failure and the brakes fail to slow or stop vehicle. It has newer brakes but it’s very dangerous to drive. Currently being sent to Chevrolet dealership”
filed Jun 12, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Electrical System problems in other Malibu Hybrid years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 Malibu Hybrid | 11 | 50% |
| 2009 Malibu Hybrid | 5 | 20% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.