Before buying a used 2022 Chevrolet Malibu, check whether recall repairs were completed, how it scored in crash tests and what owners report most often. Ask the seller for service records covering any recall listed below.
2022 Chevrolet Malibu 4 DR FWD
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program.
A 0–100 grade from public NHTSA data — higher means fewer reported problems. How it's calculated
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98 complaints filed with NHTSA (4 involving a crash, 0 a fire). Most-reported areas:
Source: NHTSA owner complaints. Complaints are unverified reports, not confirmed defects.
| Version | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| Malibu — Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.5 L, Turbo | 8.1 L/100 km (29 mpg) | 6.5 L/100 km (36 mpg) | 7.4 L/100 km (32 mpg) |
| Malibu — Auto 9-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo | 10.7 L/100 km (22 mpg) | 7.1 L/100 km (33 mpg) | 9 L/100 km (26 mpg) |
Source: U.S. EPA / fueleconomy.gov. Converted to L/100 km for Canadian buyers.
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.
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.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. Canadian-market vehicles can have different recalls — check Transport Canada's recall database. Always confirm recall status for a specific VIN with a dealer.