2007 BMW 530I vs 2007 Chevrolet Malibu
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 | 2007 BMW 530I | 2007 Chevrolet Malibu |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 73 | 977 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 59 | 879 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 37 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–22 | 19–25 |
| Median reported mileage | 98,250 mi | 100,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 530I | Chevrolet Malibu |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 6 | 667 |
| Electrical System | 16 | 113 |
| Air Bags | 20 | 75 |
| Power Train | 4 | 47 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 47 |
| Exterior Lighting | 14 | 29 |
| Service Brakes | 5 | 36 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 36 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Steering problems | 0 | 122 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 84 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 52 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 46 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 38 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 27 |
| Stalling | 0 | 22 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 8 |
2007 BMW 530I
2007 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.