2023 Chevrolet Malibu vs 2023 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 | 2023 Chevrolet Malibu | 2023 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 69 | 54 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 429 | 47 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 30 | 50 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 66,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Malibu | Hyundai Elantra Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 12 | 17 |
| Power Train | 8 | 9 |
| Back Over Prevention | 16 | 0 |
| Engine | 12 | 4 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 3 | 13 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 8 |
| Air Bags | 6 | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 6 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 8 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 5 | 0 |
2023 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.