2007 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx vs 2007 Dodge Charger
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 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx | 2007 Dodge Charger |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 44 | 554 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 165 | 47 |
| Investigations | 0 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 18 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 17 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–21 | 15–21 |
| Median reported mileage | 75,000 mi | 79,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Malibu Maxx | Dodge Charger |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 1 | 220 |
| Air Bags | 18 | 77 |
| Engine | 1 | 82 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 50 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 0 | 37 |
| Steering | 10 | 22 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 24 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 0 | 22 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 6 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 5 | 0 |
| Stalling | 0 | 52 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 17 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 10 |
| Overheating | 0 | 10 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 6 |
2007 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx
2007 Dodge Charger
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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.