2021 Chevrolet Malibu vs 2021 Toyota Camry
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 | 2021 Chevrolet Malibu | 2021 Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 88 | 156 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 695 | 182 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 21 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 26–32 | 26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Malibu | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 6 | 78 |
| Power Train | 28 | 11 |
| Electrical System | 29 | 8 |
| Engine | 14 | 7 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 13 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 8 | 2 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 0 | 10 |
| Steering | 2 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 8 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 5 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 5 |
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.