1999 Buick Century vs 1999 Chevrolet Malibu
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1999 Buick Century | 1999 Chevrolet Malibu |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 235 | 789 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 98 | 132 |
| Investigations | 0 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 18 | 44 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21 | 21–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 57,808 mi | 66,920 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Century | Chevrolet Malibu |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 25 | 292 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 55 | 138 |
| Electrical System | 15 | 144 |
| Suspension | 10 | 82 |
| Tires | 8 | 75 |
| Exterior Lighting | 24 | 58 |
| Visibility | 29 | 29 |
| Air Bags | 15 | 40 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Overheating | 13 | 28 |
| Rust / corrosion | 13 | 18 |
| Stalling | 6 | 39 |
| Brake problems | 6 | 13 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 87 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 20 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 16 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 6 |
1999 Buick Century
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.