2018 Chevrolet Malibu vs 2019 Chevrolet Malibu
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 | 2018 Chevrolet Malibu | 2019 Chevrolet Malibu |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 695 | 190 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,065 | 882 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 23 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 26–46 | 26–46 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 47,280 mi | 41,750 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Malibu | Chevrolet Malibu |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 279 | 63 |
| Electrical System | 191 | 61 |
| Power Train | 169 | 66 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 111 | 12 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 84 | 17 |
| Service Brakes | 60 | 21 |
| Steering | 40 | 2 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 21 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 115 | 25 |
| Stalling | 56 | 24 |
| Loss of power | 56 | 13 |
| Won’t start | 16 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 13 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 13 | 6 |
| Hesitation / surging | 12 | 7 |
| Clunking / rattling | 7 | 0 |
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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.