2003 Chevrolet Malibu vs 2003 Toyota Camry
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 | 2003 Chevrolet Malibu | 2003 Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 569 | 780 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 408 | 157 |
| Investigations | 0 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 35 | 228 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 10 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21 | 21–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 71,000 mi | 51,545 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Malibu | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 85 | 259 |
| Electrical System | 289 | 20 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 41 | 112 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 45 | 91 |
| Engine | 47 | 52 |
| Air Bags | 27 | 72 |
| Steering | 21 | 53 |
| Power Train | 13 | 40 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 60 | 29 |
| Won’t start | 56 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 17 | 17 |
| Vibration / shaking | 12 | 26 |
| Rust / corrosion | 9 | 6 |
| Brake problems | 8 | 18 |
| Loss of power | 7 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 7 | 72 |
2003 Chevrolet Malibu
2003 Toyota Camry
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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.