AI-generated from NHTSA recall & complaint counts

Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2004 Chevrolet Malibu Classic

NHTSA data on file today

The 2004 Chevrolet Malibu Classic has 1 NHTSA recall campaign and 116 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

Recall campaigns on file

Most-cited components in owner complaints

  • Electrical System 59 complaints
  • Steering 24 complaints
  • Exterior Lighting 11 complaints
  • Unknown or Other 8 complaints
  • Engine 6 complaints
  • Power Train 5 complaints

Of the 116 complaints on file, 8 report a crash and 2 a fire; across all 116 complaints, owners report 13 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).

Recall notices and owner complaints for the 2004 Chevrolet Malibu Classic

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