2006 Cadillac CTS vs 2006 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 | 2006 Cadillac CTS | 2006 Chevrolet Malibu |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 269 | 1,115 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 714 | 762 |
| Investigations | 3 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 23 | 41 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–19 | 19–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 67,000 mi | 85,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac CTS | Chevrolet Malibu |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 4 | 810 |
| Electrical System | 43 | 142 |
| Air Bags | 87 | 33 |
| Service Brakes | 40 | 50 |
| Power Train | 45 | 43 |
| Exterior Lighting | 7 | 63 |
| Engine | 28 | 33 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 7 | 52 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 34 | 0 |
| Stalling | 14 | 38 |
| Brake problems | 11 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 39 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 55 |
| Rust / corrosion | 5 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 183 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 73 |
2006 Cadillac CTS
2006 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.