Worst 2022 Chevrolet Malibu Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Electrical Faults
Transmission / Drivetrain
Engine Problems
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2022 Chevrolet Malibu.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 26 | 1 | — | 15,900 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 21 | 2 | — | 38,655 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 17 | — | — | 92,506 mi | |
| Fuel System | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Airbags | 4 | 2 | — | — | |
| Engine & Cooling | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Brakes | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline:Turbo/Supercharger | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention: Automatic System Braking | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2022 Chevrolet Malibu
1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~2,108 vehicles.
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?
What are common problems with the 2022 Chevrolet Malibu?
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Does the 2022 Chevrolet Malibu have any recalls?
Should I buy a 2022 Chevrolet Malibu?
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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