2007 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx vs 2007 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 | 2007 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx | 2007 Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 44 | 696 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 165 | 58 |
| Investigations | 0 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 30 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–21 | 21–25 |
| Median reported mileage | 75,000 mi | 65,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Malibu Maxx | Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 18 | 257 |
| Visibility | 0 | 107 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 0 | 62 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 60 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 51 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 0 | 49 |
| Engine | 1 | 41 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 40 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 6 | 172 |
| Clunking / rattling | 5 | 7 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 27 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 12 |
| Stalling | 0 | 9 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 8 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 5 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 5 |
2007 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx
2007 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.