2021 Cadillac CT5 vs 2021 Chevrolet Malibu
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 | 2021 Cadillac CT5 | 2021 Chevrolet Malibu |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 20 | 81 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 796 | 692 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–26 | 26–32 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Cadillac CT5 | Chevrolet Malibu |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 7 | 25 |
| Power Train | 2 | 26 |
| Engine | 1 | 13 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 8 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 5 |
| Structure | 4 | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 2 |
| Steering | 1 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 7 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 5 |
2021 Cadillac CT5
2021 Chevrolet Malibu
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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.