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2008 Chevrolet Malibu

Owners have filed 1,493 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. Steering is the most reported problem area, at 31% of complaints. After that come electrical system (16%) and lighting (7%).

At a glance

Complaints
1,493 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Steering 31% of complaints
Recalls
4
Fuel economy
20 to 25 MPG combined

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

Problems owners report

Owners have filed 1,493 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. Steering is the most reported problem area, at 31% of complaints. After that come electrical system (16%) and lighting (7%).

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu

Recalls

The 2008 Chevrolet Malibu is affected by 4 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.

All 4 recall campaigns for the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 4 versions of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. Combined fuel economy ranges from 20 to 25 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 22 city / 30 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

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