2020 Chevrolet Malibu vs 2022 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 | 2020 Chevrolet Malibu | 2022 Chevrolet Malibu |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 194 | 91 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 769 | 627 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 26–32 | 26–32 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 66,500 mi | 63,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Malibu | Chevrolet Malibu |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 59 | 28 |
| Electrical System | 56 | 31 |
| Power Train | 57 | 23 |
| Service Brakes | 41 | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 18 | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 14 | 6 |
| Steering | 15 | 2 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 9 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 29 | 21 |
| Loss of power | 21 | 14 |
| Stalling | 19 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 6 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 5 | 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.