2022 Chevrolet Malibu recalls and problems

The 2022 Chevrolet Malibu has 1 recall and 100 owner complaints on file with NHTSA; the most reported problem area is engine.

How the 2022 compares

Low

Fewest complaintsMost complaints

Low complaint count among 26 Malibu model years — 22nd most.

1recalls

100complaints

4crashes

0fires

1injuries

67,506median miles

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not verified and not adjusted for sales. Ranking compares this model's own years only.

Does your car have an open recall?
Recalls apply to specific vehicles. Only a VIN lookup on NHTSA's official site shows whether yours is affected and still unrepaired.

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1 recall

Structure

Dec 14, 2022 · NHTSA campaign 22V923000 · 2,108 vehicles

Problem: 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 & notes

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.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Recall text as published by NHTSA and the manufacturer.

What owners complain about

Engine35

Unknown or other29

Vehicle Speed Control4

Exterior Lighting2

Seat Belts2

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA; one complaint can name several areas. Not verified by NHTSA.

Complaints by year filed

2022 vs. other Chevrolet Malibu years

Owner complaints by model year; the darker bar is the 2022. Click a bar to switch year.

Questions

Does the 2022 Chevrolet Malibu have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign covering the 2022 Chevrolet Malibu, the latest from Dec 14, 2022 (structure). A recall applies to specific vehicles: enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected and still open.

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Chevrolet Malibu?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA most often mention engine (35), electrical system (34), unknown or other (29). Complaints are consumer reports and are not verified by NHTSA.