Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid years to avoid
The Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid years to avoid are 2016, 2009 — each drew complaint volumes well above the model's norm or has an open safety investigation. The 2010 is the cleanest year on record.
150
Total complaints
1
Recall campaigns
2008–2019
Years covered
2
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
Malibu Hybrid years to avoid
Every Malibu Hybrid year
Common questions
What are the worst Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid years?
Based on NHTSA complaint rates and open investigations, the Malibu Hybrid years to avoid are 2016, 2009. The cleanest year on record is 2010.
What is the best year for the Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid?
By complaint volume, 2010 has the cleanest NHTSA record among Malibu Hybrid years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid have?
Across all model years, the Malibu Hybrid has 1 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 150 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.