VehicleVerdict

2024 Chevrolet Malibu problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2024 Chevrolet Malibu sits mid-pack among Malibu years: 37 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 463, with 2 recalls and no defect investigations.

Electrical System leads the complaint categories with 10 reports (27% of the total). In government crash testing it earned 5 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

37

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

4

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

2

Injuries

0

Deaths

5

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2024 compare to other Malibu years?

Malibu NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 highlighted2,356 complaints1964: 1 complaints1973: 0 complaints1974: 1 complaints1975: 2 complaints1977: 0 complaints1978: 2 complaints1979: 4 complaints1980: 6 complaints1981: 3 complaints1982: 3 complaints1983: 1 complaints1986: 1 complaints1989: 3 complaints1997: 693 complaints1998: 1,480 complaints1999: 1,227 complaints2000: 1,379 complaints2001: 1,005 complaints2002: 754 complaints2003: 773 complaints2004: 1,639 complaints2005: 1,386 complaints2006: 1,475 complaints2007: 1,253 complaints2008: 1,489 complaints2009: 2,356 complaints2010: 2,200 complaints2011: 1,526 complaints2012: 1,471 complaints2013: 1,382 complaints2014: 561 complaints2015: 395 complaints2016: 1,439 complaints2017: 1,165 complaints2018: 1,199 complaints2019: 306 complaints2020: 320 complaints2021: 114 complaints2022: 138 complaints2023: 80 complaints2024: 37 complaints2025: 7 complaints
Malibu NHTSA complaints by model year, 2024 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

See all Malibu years to avoid →

What are the most common 2024 Chevrolet Malibu problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Driver Assistance1027%
Electrical System1027%
Other719%
Transmission38%
Engine25%
Seats25%
Brakes25%
Tires & Wheels13%

Does the 2024 Chevrolet Malibu have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

26V212000Driver AssistanceApril 2, 2026 · 276,879 units

Defect

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The rearview camera screen may display a distorted or blank image.

Consequence

A rearview image that does not display correctly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 20, 2026. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N262551720. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 2, 2026.

24V575000OtherAugust 1, 2024 · 22 units

Defect

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Cadillac XT4 and Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The vehicles may have the wrong owner's manual in the glove box. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."

Consequence

The wrong owner's manual may contain inaccurate information about vehicle functions and other safety relevant information, which could lead to improper operation of the vehicle and increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

Dealers will provide owners with the correct manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 26, 2024. Owners may contact Cadillac's customer service at 1-800-458-8006 and Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N242454040.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“I rented this 2024 Chevrolet Malibu from Enterprise Rent A Car in Union City, GA. While driving the vehicle on the highway early on [XXX] a vehicle came to a complete stop and in front of the vehicle directly in front of me. This action almost caused a multi-car pile-up. I immediately engaged the…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Driver Assistance · July 23, 2024 · crash

“Camera doesn’t work tire sensor randomly works when it wants to also car keeps saying service esc but when I got to the dealer to show these problems they don’t see any they also told me they can’t fix my camera because there is no remedy or fix for it right now so basically I can’t any…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · January 1, 2024

“My rearview camera froze while I was reversing. Also when I put the vehicle into drive, the screen stayed on the backup camera after it eventually unfroze, showing the road behind me, it was very distracting. I have no photos or videos available because I was driving no warning lamps were visible,…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · March 8, 2026

“Camera doesn’t work tire sensor randomly works when it wants to also car keeps saying service esc but when I got to the dealer to show these problems they don’t see any they also told me they can’t fix my camera because there is no remedy or fix for it right now so basically I can’t any…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · January 1, 2024

“I rented this 2024 Chevrolet Malibu from Enterprise Rent A Car in Union City, GA. While driving the vehicle on the highway early on [XXX] a vehicle came to a complete stop and in front of the vehicle directly in front of me. This action almost caused a multi-car pile-up. I immediately engaged the…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · July 23, 2024 · crash

2024 Chevrolet Malibu — common questions

Is the 2024 Chevrolet Malibu reliable?

Its record is better than the model's norm: 37 NHTSA complaints, below the typical Malibu year, with 2 recalls and no open investigations.

What are the most common 2024 Malibu problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (10 complaints), driver assistance (10 complaints), other (7 complaints).

Does the 2024 Chevrolet Malibu have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2024 Chevrolet Malibu. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Chevrolet Malibu years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Malibu years to avoid are 2009, 2010, 2004, 2011, 2008, 1998, 2006, 2012, 2016, 2005, 2013, 2000, 2007, 1999, 2018, 2017, 2001, 2003, 2002, 2020. The cleanest record among Malibu years belongs to 1977.

How safe is the 2024 Chevrolet Malibu?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2024 Chevrolet Malibu earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.