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2021 Chevrolet Malibu vs 2021 Honda Insight

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.

Metric2021 Chevrolet Malibu2021 Honda Insight
NHTSA complaints8124
Recall campaigns23
Service bulletins (TSBs)69225
Investigations03
Crash reports01
Fire reports10
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)26–3252
Median reported mileage

Reported problems side by side

ComponentChevrolet MalibuHonda Insight
Electrical System253
Power Train261
Engine131
Fuel/propulsion System81
Air Bags53
Forward Collision Avoidance08
Service Brakes24
Seats13

Symptoms owners describe

Stalling70
Check engine light50

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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.