2023 CHEVROLET MALIBU — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
5/5
Safety Rating
46
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
9
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2023 CHEVROLET MALIBU
The 2023 CHEVROLET MALIBU has received a total of 46 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). It earned an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program crash tests. There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS. 9 technical service bulletins have been issued by General Motors, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Electrical System (9 complaints), Engine (7 complaints), and Air Bags (6 complaints).
Recalls for the 2023 CHEVROLET MALIBU
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2023 CHEVROLET MALIBU, potentially affecting up to 2,108 vehicles.
Recall 22V923000 — STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
| 2,108 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: An improperly welded front impact bar may result in the front crash sensors not performing correctly, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: 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...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2023 CHEVROLET MALIBU
46 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2023 CHEVROLET MALIBU. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 9 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 7 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 6 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuelpropulsion System | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power Train | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance Warnings | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structurebody | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance Automatic Emergency Braking | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Lane Departure Assist | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tirestreadbelt | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
MY 2023 CHEVY MALIBU HAS A MISSING TURBOCHARGER SCREW THAT RANDOMLY CAME OFF FROM UNDER A METAL PLATE ON ITS OWN, GMC HAS A RECALL ON 2022 -2023 CHEY MALIBU WITH TURBO CHARGER ISSUES BUT THEY WONT COVER MINES BECAUSE IT DIDNT COME FROM A CERTIAN FACTORY ALTHOUGH THEY KNOW A HELL OF ALOT OF CHEVY MALIBU OWNERS HAVE TURBO CHARGER ISSUES AND THAT FACTORIES SHARE PARTS WITH OTHER FACTORIES THEY SAY THEY WONT DO A RECALL ON ALL THE MALIBUS UNLESS ALOT OF PEOPLE REPORT AND NHTSA MAKES GMC REALL ALL CHEVY MALIBUS TURBOCHARGER ( GM launched a special coverage program for 2022-2023 models with 1.5L engines due to turbocharger failures leading to "Reduced Engine Power". The program covers, or potentially reimburses, repairs up to 15 years/150,000 miles)BUT MY VEHICLE VIN ISNT COVERED.
MY 2023 CHEVY MALIBU HAS A MISSING TURBOCHARGER SCREW THAT RANDOMLY CAME OFF FROM UNDER A METAL PLATE ON ITS OWN, GMC HAS A RECALL ON 2022 -2023 CHEY MALIBU WITH TURBO CHARGER ISSUES BUT THEY WONT COVER MINES BECAUSE IT DIDNT COME FROM A CERTIAN FACTORY ALTHOUGH THEY KNOW A HELL OF ALOT OF CHEVY MALIBU OWNERS HAVE TURBO CHARGER ISSUES AND THAT FACTORIES SHARE PARTS WITH OTHER FACTORIES THEY SAY THEY WONT DO A RECALL ON ALL THE MALIBUS UNLESS ALOT OF PEOPLE REPORT AND NHTSA MAKES GMC REALL ALL CHEVY MALIBUS TURBOCHARGER ( GM launched a special coverage program for 2022-2023 models with 1.5L engines due to turbocharger failures leading to "Reduced Engine Power". The program covers, or potentially reimburses, repairs up to 15 years/150,000 miles)BUT MY VEHICLE VIN ISNT COVERED.
MY 2023 CHEVY MALIBU HAS A MISSING TURBOCHARGER SCREW THAT RANDOMLY CAME OFF FROM UNDER A METAL PLATE ON ITS OWN, GMC HAS A RECALL ON 2022 -2023 CHEY MALIBU WITH TURBO CHARGER ISSUES BUT THEY WONT COVER MINES BECAUSE IT DIDNT COME FROM A CERTIAN FACTORY ALTHOUGH THEY KNOW A HELL OF ALOT OF CHEVY MALIBU OWNERS HAVE TURBO CHARGER ISSUES AND THAT FACTORIES SHARE PARTS WITH OTHER FACTORIES THEY SAY THEY WONT DO A RECALL ON ALL THE MALIBUS UNLESS ALOT OF PEOPLE REPORT AND NHTSA MAKES GMC REALL ALL CHEVY MALIBUS TURBOCHARGER ( GM launched a special coverage program for 2022-2023 models with 1.5L engines due to turbocharger failures leading to "Reduced Engine Power". The program covers, or potentially reimburses, repairs up to 15 years/150,000 miles)BUT MY VEHICLE VIN ISNT COVERED.
Tread started separation on driver front tire
When I was in a car accident I was hit on the rear passenger side of my vehicle, right near where my side air bags are supposed to be located. I was hit at 50 mph and the airbags did not deploy.
Safety Rating for the 2023 CHEVROLET MALIBU
The 2023 CHEVROLET MALIBU received an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).
| Test Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Frontal Crash | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Side Crash | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Rollover | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
Safety ratings are based on controlled crash tests conducted by NHTSA. A 5-star rating indicates the highest level of occupant protection.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2023 CHEVROLET MALIBU
General Motors, LLC has issued 9 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2023 CHEVROLET MALIBU. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
PIC6636 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This Preliminary Information addresses an issue with the odometer displaying dashes and provides direction for the dealership/technician.
PIC6591 — UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This Preliminary information communicates to dealer to contact TAC for a specific display issue.
PIP6032 — POWER TRAIN
This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician on possible sources of transmission fluid leaks from the transmission oil filter or cooler line seals .
PIC6486G — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Preliminary information communicates the part ordering restriction of the 6.2L L87 engine.
N232419270 — STRUCTURE
Service Update. On certain vehicles, a structure plug may be missing on the passengerâs side of the dash panel. Dealers are to inspect, and if necessary, install the structure plug.
PIT5887C — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This preliminary information discusses an intermittent power up but no crank concern that could be the B+ stud on the starter oxidation.
22-NA-023 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This service bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of Instrument Cluster DIC Displays Programming in Progress Message and Progress Bar.
PIC6486B — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Preliminary information communicates to dealer that GM is aware of an issue with Apple Carplay, and is working on a resolution.
PIC6486A — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Preliminary information communicates to dealer that GM is aware of the issue and is working on a resolution.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2023 CHEVROLET MALIBU
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the CHEVROLET MALIBU
- 2018 CHEVROLET MALIBU — 1,155 complaints
- 2019 CHEVROLET MALIBU — 285 complaints
- 2020 CHEVROLET MALIBU — 304 complaints
- 2021 CHEVROLET MALIBU — 97 complaints
- 2022 CHEVROLET MALIBU — 111 complaints
- 2023 CHEVROLET MALIBU (current)
- 2024 CHEVROLET MALIBU — 15 complaints
- 2025 CHEVROLET MALIBU — 5 complaints
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