NHTSA vehicle safety data
2021 Chevrolet Malibu
The 2021 Chevrolet Malibu has 2 NHTSA recalls and 66 owner complaints on record — every open recall is repaired free at an authorized Chevrolet dealer.
Complete safety data for the 2021 Chevrolet Malibu, including NCAP crash-test ratings. Data pulled live from api.nhtsa.gov.
SEATS
NHTSA #22V359000Reported May 19, 2022 · General Motors, LLC
Defect description
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Chevrolet Malibu, 2022 Chevrolet Equinox, Blazer and Cadillac XT4 vehicles. The driver's seat cushion frame may have an improper weld in the power tilt-adjustment mechanism.
Safety consequence
An improperly welded seat frame may not adequately restrain the driver in a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Free manufacturer remedy
Dealers will inspect the driver's seat and replace the cushion frame, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 23, 2022. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212356050.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
NHTSA #21V649000Reported August 20, 2021 · General Motors, LLC
Defect description
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2021 Chevrolet Malibu and 2019-2021 Cadillac XT4 vehicles. The rear seat belt retractors may be improperly secured with loose or missing fasteners.
Safety consequence
An improperly secured seat belt retractor may not function properly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Free manufacturer remedy
Dealers will inspect and tighten the rear seat belt retractors, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 17, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212333380.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.