1999 Audi A6 vs 1999 Chevrolet Malibu
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1999 Audi A6 | 1999 Chevrolet Malibu |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 217 | 789 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 67 | 132 |
| Investigations | 8 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 12 | 44 |
| Fire reports | 23 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19 | 21–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 80,000 mi | 66,920 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi A6 | Chevrolet Malibu |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 31 | 292 |
| Electrical System | 37 | 144 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 17 | 138 |
| Suspension | 15 | 82 |
| Tires | 3 | 75 |
| Exterior Lighting | 7 | 58 |
| Steering | 19 | 37 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 26 | 29 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 9 | 39 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 87 |
| Overheating | 0 | 28 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 20 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 18 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 16 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 13 |
1999 Audi A6
1999 Chevrolet Malibu
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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.