2000 Chevrolet Malibu vs 2001 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 | 2000 Chevrolet Malibu | 2001 Chevrolet Malibu |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 922 | 721 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 333 | 377 |
| Investigations | 7 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 45 | 36 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–23 | 21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 70,000 mi | 73,308 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Malibu | Chevrolet Malibu |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 199 | 285 |
| Exterior Lighting | 241 | 108 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 174 | 149 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 228 | 78 |
| Steering | 45 | 41 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 56 | 24 |
| Equipment | 33 | 20 |
| Suspension | 33 | 20 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 80 | 66 |
| Vibration / shaking | 62 | 21 |
| Overheating | 33 | 22 |
| Won’t start | 30 | 63 |
| Rust / corrosion | 29 | 12 |
| Check engine light | 15 | 11 |
| Hesitation / surging | 15 | 9 |
| Brake problems | 10 | 0 |
2000 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.