2022 Chevrolet Malibu Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2022 Chevrolet Malibu.

20212023
Complaints
118
per 10K Sold
10.2
US Sales
115,468
Crashes
6
Fires
0
Injuries
1
Fatalities
Recalls
1

Worst 2022 Chevrolet Malibu Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#126 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:15,900 mi
Crash-related:1
#221 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:38,655 mi
Crash-related:2
#317 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:92,506 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2022 Chevrolet Malibu.

Electrical Faults
26
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
15,900
Transmission / Drivetrain
21
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
38,655
Engine Problems
17
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
92,506
Fuel System
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
4
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline:Turbo/Supercharger
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Automatic System Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2022 Chevrolet Malibu

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~2,108 vehicles.

22V923000Structure:frame And Members
~2,108 affected

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.

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2022 Chevrolet Malibu — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2022 Chevrolet Malibu reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2022 Chevrolet Malibu has 118 NHTSA complaints, 6 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Electrical Faults with 26 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2022 Chevrolet Malibu?
Top reported problems: Electrical Faults (26 complaints, avg 15,900 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (21 complaints, avg 38,655 mi); Engine Problems (17 complaints, avg 92,506 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2022 Chevrolet Malibu?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 43,715 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2022 Chevrolet Malibu?
NHTSA complaints for the 2022 Chevrolet Malibu include 6 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 1 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2022 Chevrolet Malibu have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 2,108 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2022 Chevrolet Malibu?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Chevrolet Malibu reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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