2017 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid vs 2017 Honda Accord
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 | 2017 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid | 2017 Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 22 | 529 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 317 | 94 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 38 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 9 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 46 | 21–48 |
| Median reported mileage | — | 27,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 11 | 148 |
| Engine | 3 | 62 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 55 |
| Wheels | 0 | 43 |
| Service Brakes | 0 | 42 |
| Power Train | 5 | 33 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 0 | 34 |
| Structure | 2 | 24 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 55 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 21 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 20 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 14 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 14 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 9 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 0 | 6 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 5 |
2017 Chevrolet Malibu 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.