2009 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Malibu Hybrid years
- Far more complaints than other years 1st of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 25 complaints with NHTSA about the 2009 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid. That is the most of any Malibu Hybrid model year in the database (7 years). The most reported problem area is electronic stability control (esc) (6 complaints, 24%), typically at around 52,625 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 injury. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 25owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2009 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 6 | 24% | 52,625 | — | — |
| Steering | 6 | 24% | 133,500 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 5 | 20% | 112,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 5 | 20% | 35,500 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 2 | 8% | 67,500 | — | — |
| Engine | 2 | 8% | 80,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 8% | 9,275 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 4% | 8,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 4% | 66,772 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 4% | 147,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 4% | 8,000 | — | — |
| Traction Control System | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 4% | 130,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 4% | 147,000 | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 4% | 45,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2009 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2009 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
2009 chevrolet malibu hybrid. Consumer writes in regards to transmission slipping. *ld the consumer stated the vehicle experienced numerous issues. The dashboard warned to service the traction control and hybrid. *js
Takata recall: i don't know if i'm doing this right but my car's warning system alerted me that the esc was turned off and to "service esc", this always happens while driving my car, never stationary.it's an intermittent problem but one that is mentioned as a recall for my make, model and year…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 CHEVROLET MALIBU HYBRID. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED AND THE TRACTION CONTROL WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL VIOLENTLY VIBRATED WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO GR CHEVROLET…
The passenger side low beam goes out because of a bad connection.
This morning on my way to work i experienced the most scariest moment, when i was in motion making a left turn midway on a busy intersection my steering wheel locked making me unable to control it ,while locked the (tsc) lights came on , i was freaking out i was heading towards the other cars on my…
Other Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid years
← 2008 Malibu Hybrid · 2010 Malibu Hybrid →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 Malibu Hybrid | 2 | 0 |
| 2018 Malibu Hybrid | 11 | 0 |
| 2017 Malibu Hybrid | 22 | 0 |
| 2016 Malibu Hybrid | 24 | 1 |
| 2010 Malibu Hybrid | 2 | 0 |
| 2009 | 25 | 0 |
| 2008 Malibu Hybrid | 7 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid?
Owners most often report electronic stability control (esc), steering, electrical system problems. The top one, electronic stability control (esc), accounts for 6 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2009 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2009 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Malibu Hybrid model years, the 2009 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.