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Chevrolet Malibu 2023

Midsize Cars Front-wheel (FWD)

Specifications

Engine
1,500 cc
4
Cylinders4
DrivetrainFront-wheel (FWD)
Body styleMidsize Cars

Safety

Crash-test results across markets. They can vary by version and equipment.

IIHS
Results · 4 door sedan
🇺🇸 Local data
Small overlap front: driver-sideGood
Moderate overlap front: original testGood
Side: updated testPoor
Roof strengthGood
Head restraints & seatsGood
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NHTSA NCAP
Results · 2023 Chevrolet Malibu 4 DR FWD
🇺🇸 Local data
★★★★★overall
Frontal impact★★★★★
Side impact★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Fuel economy

🇺🇸 Local data
City
8.7 L/100 km
Highway
6.7 L/100 km
Combined
7.8 L/100 km
Emissions
181 g/km
CO₂

Recalls

2 campaigns🇺🇸 Local data
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA 26V212000 · 2026-04-02 · NHTSA
Consequence · Remedy

A rearview image that does not display correctly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 20, 2026. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N262551720. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 2, 2026.

STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS 22V923000 · 2022-12-14 · NHTSA
Consequence · Remedy

An improperly welded front impact bar may result in the front crash sensors not performing correctly, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

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.

Common problems

40 reports🇺🇸 Local data

Reported by owners to the source below. It is not a verdict on this car: it is what people wrote.

SUSPENSION,LANE DEPARTURE 2026-09-16 · NHTSA

I was inquiring about the front suspension and frame work is there a recall. My car is unstable in the front like frame is unbalanced

STEERING 2026-08-31 · NHTSA

The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed that the hard skin material on the steering wheel was crumbling. The contact stated that the right and left hands were severely peeled. The contact inspected the steering wheel and placed a white glove o…

UNKNOWN OR OTHER 2026-08-30 · NHTSA

My back up camera just showing blank screen. It's a recall on my model. I was backing up it went blank. Causing me to hit a pole. I took it to Jerry's Chevrolet they said can fix it but out of pocket and reimbursed later. I can't afford that. So, I can't even park between cars . This have become and inconvenience. Che…

BACK OVER PREVENTION 2026-08-25 · NHTSA

camera blurred when backing up been having a recall no remedy or paper sent out for it yet

POWER TRAIN 2026-08-20 · NHTSA

The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the vehicle failed to turn off. The “Shift to Park” message was displayed. Additionally, after the vehicle was parked and the engine was turned off, the vehicle independently started. Several unknown warning lights were ill…

BACK OVER PREVENTION 2026-08-20 · NHTSA

The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera displayed a blue or black image. The vehicle was taken to be diagnosed, and it was determined that the rear-view camera needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was informed that parts were o…

ENGINE 2026-08-20 · NHTSA

The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle hesitated and failed to accelerate as needed. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the fai…

BACK OVER PREVENTION 2026-08-18 · NHTSA

The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while the vehicle was in reverse(R), the rear-view camera displayed a blank screen. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V212000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The loc…

UNKNOWN OR OTHER,VISIBILITY/WIPER 2026-08-15 · NHTSA

My rear view camera is fuzzy and today it went out completely and the screen was black. Sometimes it shows what’s behind the car when I’m backing and then suddenly the screen goes black and I’m unable to see anything. It just started today 6/15/26z . I believe this is a safety hazard and could cause an accident while…

UNKNOWN OR OTHER 2026-08-15 · NHTSA

My 2023 Malibu VIN [XXX] has an active backup camera failure due to recall [XXX]. The remedy says unavailable, but the car is currently unsafe. I need to open a corporate case for a dealer loaner vehicle INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

UNKNOWN OR OTHER 2026-08-13 · NHTSA

My rear view camera went out in the beginning of April. It has been 4 months and I still have not received any notification that the recall is open.

BACK OVER PREVENTION 2026-08-05 · NHTSA

The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V212000 (Back Over Prevention). The contact was unable to list the vehicle on a rental site due to the open recall. An unknown local dealer was contacted and confirmed that the recall remedy was not yet available. T…

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