2019 Chevrolet Malibu vs 2021 Chevrolet Malibu
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 | 2019 Chevrolet Malibu | 2021 Chevrolet Malibu |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 188 | 81 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 881 | 692 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 26–46 | 26–32 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 41,750 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Malibu | Chevrolet Malibu |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 65 | 26 |
| Electrical System | 61 | 25 |
| Engine | 61 | 13 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 17 | 8 |
| Service Brakes | 20 | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 12 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 6 | 5 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 25 | 5 |
| Stalling | 24 | 7 |
| Loss of power | 12 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 7 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 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.