2022 Chevrolet Malibu vs 2023 Chevrolet Malibu
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 | 2022 Chevrolet Malibu | 2023 Chevrolet Malibu |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 96 | 69 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 629 | 429 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 26–32 | 30 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 65,000 mi | 66,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Malibu | Chevrolet Malibu |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 32 | 12 |
| Engine | 29 | 12 |
| Power Train | 23 | 8 |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 16 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 10 | 4 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 7 | 6 |
| Air Bags | 4 | 6 |
| Service Brakes | 5 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 23 | 8 |
| Loss of power | 15 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 5 |
2022 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.