Chevrolet Malibu Visibility/wiper Problems
Owners have filed 152 complaints with NHTSA about visibility/wiper problems on the Chevrolet Malibu across 21 model years. The 2012 model year has the most (27). The words owners use most often: “windshield wipers” (13% of reports).
- 152visibility/wiper complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 4mention a crash
- 2mention an injury
- 0related recalls
- 55%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Windshield wipers: mentioned in 19 of 152 complaints (13%)
- Wiper transmission: mentioned in 11 of 152 complaints (7%)
At what mileage do visibility/wiper problems happen?
Based on 113 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 152 complaints, 4 mention a crash, 4 a fire, 2 an injury.
Chevrolet Malibu visibility/wiper complaints by model year
| Model year | Visibility/wiper complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Malibu | 2 | 5% | — |
| 2023 Malibu | 5 | 7% | — |
| 2021 Malibu | 1 | 1% | 5,300 |
| 2019 Malibu | 1 | 1% | — |
| 2018 Malibu | 4 | 1% | 31,500 |
| 2017 Malibu | 7 | 1% | 32,325 |
| 2016 Malibu | 11 | 1% | 37,100 |
| 2015 Malibu | 9 | 3% | 42,125 |
| 2014 Malibu | 11 | 3% | 69,000 |
| 2013 Malibu | 26 | 3% | 89,000 |
| 2012 Malibu | 27 | 3% | 98,500 |
| 2011 Malibu | 8 | 1% | 84,538 |
| 2010 Malibu | 19 | 1% | 72,500 |
| 2009 Malibu | 12 | 1% | 90,000 |
| 2008 Malibu | 1 | 0% | 140,768 |
| 2005 Malibu | 2 | 0% | 72,670 |
| 2004 Malibu | 1 | 0% | 53,000 |
| 2003 Malibu | 1 | 0% | 32,073 |
| 2002 Malibu | 1 | 0% | 40,000 |
| 2000 Malibu | 1 | 0% | 206,000 |
| 1997 Malibu | 2 | 0% | 142,200 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (0)
No safety recall lists visibility/wiper for the Chevrolet Malibu. A pattern of complaints does not always lead to a recall.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
Defrost on car suddenly stopped working. Defrost is on, motor is running yet windows are not defrosting causing minimal visibility
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…
My rear view camera is fuzzy and today it went out completely and the screen was black. Sometimes it shows whatâs behind the car when Iâm backing and then suddenly the screen goes black and Iâm unable to see anything. It just started today 6/15/26z . I believe this is a safety hazard and…
Manufacturer Recall NumberN262551720 NHTSA Recall Number26V212 received an official recall notice regarding a backup camera issue for my 2024 Chevrolet Malibu back in April. However, it has been 4 months, and the dealership/manufacturer still has not provided a fix or parts to resolve the issue…
I am writing to log an official safety complaint regarding my 2023 Chevrolet Malibu. This vehicle is included under active NHTSA Campaign Number 26V212000 (GM Internal Recall Number N262551720) for a defective rearview camera housing that allows moisture intrusion, causing the backup display to go…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Chevrolet Malibus have visibility/wiper problems?
No. NHTSA has 152 owner complaints about visibility/wiper for the Chevrolet Malibu. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Chevrolet Malibu visibility/wiper?
No recall currently lists visibility/wiper for this vehicle.
What do owners say about visibility/wiper problems on the Chevrolet Malibu?
The most frequent phrase is “windshield wipers”, in 19 of 152 complaints, followed by “wiper transmission” (11).
Other Chevrolet Malibu problems
- Steering problems (5,556)
- Electrical System problems (4,722)
- Engine problems (2,168)
- Exterior Lighting problems (1,924)
- Power Train problems (1,666)
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems (1,315)
- Electronic Stability Control (esc) problems (1,236)
- Vehicle Speed Control problems (1,181)
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