2000 Chevrolet Malibu vs 2000 Saturn LS
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 | 2000 Chevrolet Malibu | 2000 Saturn LS |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 922 | 382 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 333 | 196 |
| Investigations | 7 | 7 |
| Crash reports | 45 | 10 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–23 | 20–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 70,000 mi | 77,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Malibu | Saturn LS |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 174 | 140 |
| Exterior Lighting | 241 | 62 |
| Electrical System | 199 | 63 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 228 | 20 |
| Steering | 45 | 35 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 56 | 7 |
| Suspension | 33 | 28 |
| Tires | 33 | 20 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 80 | 36 |
| Vibration / shaking | 62 | 23 |
| Overheating | 33 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 30 | 6 |
| Rust / corrosion | 29 | 16 |
| Check engine light | 15 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 15 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 10 | 0 |
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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.