2017 Chevrolet Malibu vs 2017 Hyundai Sonata Plug-In 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.
| Metric | 2017 Chevrolet Malibu | 2017 Hyundai Sonata Plug-In Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 698 | 32 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,329 | 91 |
| Investigations | 0 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 16 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 26–46 | 39 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 49,165 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Malibu | Hyundai Sonata Plug-In Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 252 | 17 |
| Electrical System | 160 | 11 |
| Power Train | 138 | 4 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 135 | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 66 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 56 | 6 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 53 | 1 |
| Steering | 46 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 112 | 7 |
| Loss of power | 70 | 6 |
| Stalling | 41 | 6 |
| Won’t start | 10 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 8 | 0 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 6 | 0 |
| Water leaks | 6 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 0 |
2017 Chevrolet Malibu
2017 Hyundai Sonata Plug-In 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.