2023 Chevrolet Malibu vs 2023 Nissan Kicks
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.
| Metric | 2023 Chevrolet Malibu | 2023 Nissan Kicks |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 57 | 30 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 427 | 55 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 30 | 33 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Malibu | Nissan Kicks |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 12 | 7 |
| Back Over Prevention | 12 | 4 |
| Engine | 11 | 5 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 3 | 11 |
| Power Train | 7 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 6 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 6 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 8 | 0 |
| Stalling | 0 | 5 |
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.