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2005 Chevrolet Malibu

Owners have filed 1,386 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. Steering is the most reported problem area, at 37% of complaints. After that come electrical system (13%) and lighting (12%).

At a glance

Complaints
1,386 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Steering 37% of complaints
Recalls
3
Fuel economy
23 to 25 MPG combined

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA

Problems owners report

Owners have filed 1,386 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. Steering is the most reported problem area, at 37% of complaints. After that come electrical system (13%) and lighting (12%).

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2005 Chevrolet Malibu

Recalls

The 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is affected by 3 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.

All 3 recall campaigns for the 2005 Chevrolet Malibu

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 2 versions of the 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. Combined fuel economy ranges from 23 to 25 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 21 city / 32 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

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