2014 Chevrolet Malibu vs 2014 Nissan Altima
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2014 Chevrolet Malibu | 2014 Nissan Altima |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 349 | 1,111 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,725 | 317 |
| Investigations | 0 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 19 | 52 |
| Fire reports | 8 | 8 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24–29 | 25–31 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 61,600 mi | 67,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Malibu | Nissan Altima |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 5 | 298 |
| Power Train | 52 | 209 |
| Air Bags | 16 | 208 |
| Engine | 125 | 77 |
| Electrical System | 86 | 71 |
| Suspension | 8 | 130 |
| Steering | 25 | 58 |
| Service Brakes | 42 | 26 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 52 | 27 |
| Stalling | 45 | 70 |
| Hesitation / surging | 16 | 33 |
| Vibration / shaking | 11 | 59 |
| Loss of power | 10 | 11 |
| Won’t start | 7 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 5 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 91 |
2014 Chevrolet Malibu
2014 Nissan Altima
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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.