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2023 Chevrolet Malibu recalls & problems

The 2023 Chevrolet Malibu has 2 safety recalls and 72 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is back over prevention (16 complaints).

Recalls2safety recalls
Complaints72filed by owners
Crashes · fires5 · 1reported in complaints
NHTSA overall5 ★crash-test stars
2023 Chevrolet Malibu in an NHTSA crash test
NHTSA crash test

Safety recalls

Back over preventionApr 2, 2026

Sensing system › Camera

Recall 26V212000276,879 vehicles

Problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The rearview camera screen may display a distorted or blank image.
Risk
A rearview image that does not display correctly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
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.
StructureDec 14, 2022

Frame and members

Recall 22V9230002,108 vehicles

Problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The front impact bar, a structural portion of the vehicle frame, may not be properly welded to the front frame rail.
Risk
An improperly welded front impact bar may result in the front crash sensors not performing correctly, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix
Dealers will inspect the right-hand and left-hand side of the vehicle's motor rail for an incomplete weld. If the condition is found, the vehicle will be repurchased by GM. Owner notification letters were mailed January 20, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020.

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

2023 Chevrolet Malibu 4 DR FWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk10.3%

Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional · Lane departure warning: Standard & Optional

2023 Chevrolet Malibu NHTSA side crash test
NHTSA side barrier crash test
2023 Chevrolet Malibu NHTSA side pole crash test
NHTSA side pole crash test

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

Fuel economy

Malibu

30mpg combined
City / highway27 / 35 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

1.5 L · 4 cyl · Automatic (variable gear ratios) · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,250/year to fuel

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem areaComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesTypical mileage*
Back over preventionWarnings; Rearview system braking1600066,111 mi
Unknown or other14000—
Engine13001—
Electrical system12112—
Air bags8507—
Power train8001—
Fuel/propulsion system6000—
Steering5101—
Visibility/wiper5000—
Lane departureAssist; Blind spot detection4000—
Service brakes4104—
Engine and engine coolingEngine › Gasoline › Turbo/supercharger; Engine › Gasoline › Turbo/supercharger › Hoses/plumbing400085,000 mi

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.