2014 Chevrolet Malibu vs 2014 Ford Fusion
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 23, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2014 Chevrolet Malibu | 2014 Ford Fusion |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 351 | 1,330 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 19 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,726 | 189 |
| Investigations | 0 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 19 | 51 |
| Fire reports | 8 | 9 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24–29 | 25–41 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 61,800 mi | 76,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Malibu | Ford Fusion |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 26 | 326 |
| Engine | 125 | 204 |
| Power Train | 52 | 235 |
| Electrical System | 86 | 160 |
| Service Brakes | 42 | 88 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 24 | 71 |
| Structure | 11 | 74 |
| Seat Belts | 7 | 75 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 52 | 71 |
| Stalling | 45 | 100 |
| Hesitation / surging | 16 | 27 |
| Vibration / shaking | 11 | 29 |
| Loss of power | 10 | 71 |
| Won’t start | 7 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 5 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 65 |
2014 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.