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2006 Chevrolet Malibu

Owners have filed 1,479 complaints with NHTSA about the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. Steering is the most reported problem area, at 55% of complaints. After that come electrical system (10%) and fuel system (7%).

At a glance

Complaints
1,479 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Steering 55% of complaints
Recalls
6
Fuel economy
19 to 24 MPG combined

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

Problems owners report

Owners have filed 1,479 complaints with NHTSA about the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. Steering is the most reported problem area, at 55% of complaints. After that come electrical system (10%) and fuel system (7%).

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu

Recalls

The 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is affected by 6 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.

All 6 recall campaigns for the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 3 versions of the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. Combined fuel economy ranges from 19 to 24 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 21 city / 29 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

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