2024 Chevrolet MalibuProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 46 owner complaints about the 2024 Chevrolet Malibu, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-575 the manufacturer reports only 91% of affected cars repaired.

2024 Chevrolet Malibu

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 4, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0.

Complaints by system

Where the 2024 Chevrolet Malibu has problems

46 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Electrical system190
Back over prevention100
Power train61
Service brakes41
Engine40
Forward collision avoidance31
Seats21
Fuel/propulsion system20
Steering20
5 other systems70

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

2 recalls

2024 Chevrolet Malibu recalls and how many were fixed

Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

21%repaired · 2026 Q3

Sensing system: camera

New

Recall 26V-212 · Apr 2, 2026 · 276,879 vehicles · 57,260 repaired

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

Problem, fix and repair progress →

91%repaired · 2026 Q2

Other: owners/service/other manual

Recall 24V-575 · Aug 1, 2024 · 22 vehicles · 20 repaired

Risk. The wrong owner's manual may contain inaccurate information about vehicle functions and other safety relevant information, which could lead to improper…

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Chevrolet.

Best & worst years

2024 vs. every other Malibu year

Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Malibu median. How we score

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  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
NHTSA crash tests

2024 Chevrolet Malibu safety ratings

2024 Chevrolet Malibu 4 DR FWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.

★★★★★Overall rating
2024 Chevrolet Malibu frontal crash test, NHTSA
Frontal crash★★★★★
2024 Chevrolet Malibu side barrier test, NHTSA
Side barrier★★★★★
2024 Chevrolet Malibu side pole test, NHTSA
Side pole★★★★★
  • Rollover: 4 stars (10.3% risk)
  • Stability control: Standard
  • Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional
  • Lane departure warning: Standard & Optional
In owners' words

What Malibu owners report

Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

Beginning in late August/early September 2026, my 2024 Chevrolet Malibu RS began experiencing recurring electrical and engine performance issues. The vehicle intermittently displays an “Engine Power Reduced” warning and Check Engine Light. I have also experienced unexpected vehicle shutdowns and…
Complaint 11775058 · Nov 2, 2026
I have brought my vehicle to Preston Hood Chevrolet on two occasions for two major issues. Failed breaking system started as when I am at a stop light the car won’t move and the brake light and ignition light comes on and it won’t move when I press the gas! I almost had an 4 car pile up. Now it is…
Complaint 11767706 · Sep 29, 2026
My back up camera is inop. On my 2024 chev malibu vin no [XXX] Has a black screen when backing up. States to be setviced.Has been inop since XXX. purchased XXX Took it to Dalmer Chevrolet [XXX].Did not replace due to a recall that was not released per Chevrolet. Please fix..Safety is important.…
Complaint 11760513 · Aug 28, 2026

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