2006 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx vs 2006 Hyundai Sonata
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx | 2006 Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 270 | 1,047 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 9 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 177 | 87 |
| Investigations | 0 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 12 | 43 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 9 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–22 | 21–25 |
| Median reported mileage | 82,956 mi | 71,750 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Malibu Maxx | Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 3 | 435 |
| Steering | 207 | 35 |
| Visibility | 2 | 156 |
| Electrical System | 28 | 86 |
| Seat Belts | 0 | 102 |
| Suspension | 1 | 86 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 12 | 57 |
| Service Brakes | 13 | 51 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Steering problems | 49 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 22 | 0 |
| Stalling | 9 | 29 |
| Clunking / rattling | 9 | 15 |
| Vibration / shaking | 8 | 12 |
| Check engine light | 7 | 32 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 303 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 66 |
2006 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx
2006 Hyundai Sonata
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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.