Chevrolet Malibu ECO Problems by Year
NHTSA has 99 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Chevrolet Malibu ECO, across 2 model years (2013–2014). The 2013 model year has the most complaints (87). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Chevrolet Malibu ECO years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Malibu ECO model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2013 Malibu ECO: 87 complaints, 1 recall
- 2014 Malibu ECO: 12 complaints, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Chevrolet Malibu ECO problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 51 | 2 | 1 |
| Engine | 24 | 2 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 17 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 16 | 1 | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 13 | 2 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 10 | 1 | 3 |
| Power Train | 9 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| Visibility | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Chevrolet Malibu ECO model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 Malibu ECO | 12 | 0 | — | Electronic Stability Control (esc) | |
| 2013 Malibu ECO | 87 | 1 | — | Electrical System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Chevrolet Malibu ECO years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2013 (87), 2014 (12). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Chevrolet Malibu ECO?
Electrical System, with 51 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Chevrolet Malibu ECO have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.