2022 Chevrolet Malibu vs 2022 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2022 Chevrolet Malibu | 2022 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 96 | 40 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 629 | 47 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 26–32 | 50 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 65,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Malibu | Hyundai Elantra Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 32 | 13 |
| Engine | 29 | 7 |
| Power Train | 23 | 8 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 9 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 10 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 5 | 4 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 7 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 23 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 15 | 0 |
2022 Chevrolet Malibu
2022 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid
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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.