The Lemon IndexAll cars · Chevrolet Malibu · 2022
2022 Chevrolet Malibu. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 2
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | 29 / 36 / 32 | Regular | $1,950 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Auto 9-spd | FWD | 22 / 33 / 26 | Premium | $3,000 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 38,000 and 82,700 miles. Median 66,300, from 24 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 76,000 | 68,800–96,500 | 9 |
| Engine | 82,000 | 54,000–96,500 | 9 |
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Electrical | 40% |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 33% |
| Engine | 14% |
| Fuel or ev drive system | 9% |
| Airbags | 7% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 7 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 1
22V923000 Dec 2022 Structure / Frame And Members
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.
Risk. 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 Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020.
Manufacturer communications 632
Chevy filed 632 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Malibu 4 DR FWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Optional | Optional |
YouTube repair topics
100 videos about the 2016–2024 Chevy Malibu, 15.1M views.
| Topic | Videos | Views |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment, battery & electrical | 7 | 1.3M |
| Transmission & shifter | 3 | 726K |
| Intake, EGR & engine sensors | 5 | 686K |
| Gauges, lights & wiring | 5 | 584K |
| Heat, A/C & blend door | 2 | 240K |
| No-start: theft light, key & ignition | 3 | 212K |
| Brakes & ABS | 2 | 141K |
| Cooling system | 1 | 84K |
Nearby model years
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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