2011 Chevrolet Malibu vs 2011 Ford Fusion
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2011 Chevrolet Malibu | 2011 Ford Fusion |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 977 | 2,785 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,305 | 55 |
| Investigations | 0 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 40 | 80 |
| Fire reports | 17 | 10 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–26 | 19–38 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 80,578 mi | 72,509 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Malibu | Ford Fusion |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 213 | 1,428 |
| Electrical System | 235 | 202 |
| Engine | 160 | 276 |
| Air Bags | 93 | 330 |
| Power Train | 112 | 268 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 87 | 256 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 174 | 93 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 32 | 176 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 70 | 251 |
| Check engine light | 70 | 103 |
| Stalling | 64 | 179 |
| Vibration / shaking | 61 | 65 |
| Airbag warning light | 38 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 33 | 307 |
| Electrical failures | 24 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 17 | 53 |
2011 Chevrolet Malibu
2011 Ford Fusion
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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.