2016 Chevrolet Malibu structure problems
40 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the structure on the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu — 5% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“I own a 2016 Chevrolet Malibu (VIN: [XXX] , black, approx. 56,310 miles). The paint and clearcoat are failing prematurely, with peeling, cracking, and delamination appearing on the hood and roof panels. A repair estimate confirmed the need for full refinishing and corrosion protection to restore…”
filed Sep 27, 2025
“Water leaking and running into spare tire compartment in truck. Due to no recall alert and dealership won't do anything, now my dome light shorts out and water stain on ceiling liner by rear window.”
filed Aug 8, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Structure problems in other Malibu years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Malibu | 2 | 4% |
| 2022 Malibu | 1 | 1% |
| 2021 Malibu | 2 | 2% |
| 2020 Malibu | 2 | 1% |
| 2019 Malibu | 2 | 1% |
| 2018 Malibu | 7 | 1% |
| 2017 Malibu | 19 | 3% |
| 2015 Malibu | 13 | 5% |
| 2014 Malibu | 11 | 3% |
| 2013 Malibu | 25 | 3% |
| 2012 Malibu | 16 | 2% |
| 2011 Malibu | 19 | 2% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu
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.