2023 Chevrolet Malibu vs 2023 Toyota Prius
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Oct 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2023 Chevrolet Malibu | 2023 Toyota Prius |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 70 | 20 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 432 | 118 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 30 | 54–57 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 66,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Malibu | Toyota Prius |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 12 | 5 |
| Back Over Prevention | 16 | 0 |
| Engine | 12 | 0 |
| Power Train | 8 | 3 |
| Air Bags | 7 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 6 | 0 |
| Steering | 5 | 1 |
| Visibility/wiper | 5 | 0 |
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.