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2007 Chevrolet Malibu vs 2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid

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.

Metric2007 Chevrolet Malibu2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid
NHTSA complaints977602
Recall campaigns33
Service bulletins (TSBs)879221
Investigations04
Crash reports3731
Fire reports27
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)19–2534
Median reported incident mileage100,000 mi95,694 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentChevrolet MalibuToyota Camry Hybrid
Steering66728
Service Brakes36391
Vehicle Speed Control31160
Electrical System11346
Electronic Stability Control (esc)22115
Air Bags757
Engine2830
Power Train479

Symptoms owners describe

Steering problems1220
Vibration / shaking8411
Check engine light5213
Loss of power467
Airbag warning light380
Clunking / rattling278
Stalling2217
Won’t start80
2007 Chevrolet Malibu
2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid

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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.