AI-generated from NHTSA recall & complaint counts
Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2021 Chevrolet Malibu
NHTSA data on file today
The 2021 Chevrolet Malibu has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns and 90 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
NCAP overall rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars, for the 1 NHTSA-tested trim.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #22V359000 Seat Cushion Frame Not Welded Properly NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V649000 Rear Seat Belt Retractor Not Secured Properly NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Unknown or Other 31 complaints
- Electrical System 30 complaints
- Power Train 28 complaints
- Engine 15 complaints
- Fuel/Propulsion System 8 complaints
- Air Bags 6 complaints
Of the 90 complaints on file, 1 reports a fire; across all 90 complaints, owners report 1 injury (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
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