2018 Chevrolet Malibu
Owners have filed 1,228 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Chevrolet Malibu. Engine is the most reported problem area, at 23% of complaints. After that come electrical system (16%) and drivetrain & axles (13%).
At a glance
- Complaints
- 1,228 filed with NHTSA
- Most reported
- Engine 23% of complaints
- Recalls
- 6
- Fuel economy
- 26 to 30 MPG combined
- Safety rating
- 5 of 5 stars NHTSA overall
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA
Problems owners report
Owners have filed 1,228 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Chevrolet Malibu. Engine is the most reported problem area, at 23% of complaints. After that come electrical system (16%) and drivetrain & axles (13%).
Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2018 Chevrolet Malibu
Recalls
The 2018 Chevrolet Malibu is affected by 6 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.
Fuel economy
The EPA lists 2 versions of the 2018 Chevrolet Malibu. Combined fuel economy ranges from 26 to 30 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 27 city / 36 highway.
Safety rating
In NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP), the 2018 Chevrolet Malibu earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.