MYRModel Year Report

2001 Chevrolet Malibu Classic

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2001 Chevrolet Malibu Classic
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:34:59.919Z

Only 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chevrolet Malibu Classic Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2001 highlighted. 1997: 3 complaints 1997 1998: 5 complaints 1999: 4 complaints 1999 2000: 11 complaints 2001: 13 complaints 2001 2002: 16 complaints 2003: 16 complaints 2003 2004: 116 complaints 2005: 92 complaints 2005 2007: 15 complaints 2008: 21 complaints 2008
2001: 13 complaints
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YearComplaints
19973
19985
19994
200011
200113
200216
200316
2004116
200592
200715
200821

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 13 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

11 of 13 total reports mention: electrical system.

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ALL LIGHTING AND INSTRUMENTATION ON THE DASH WOULD GO OFF SUDDENLY FOR A PERIOD OF TIME, THEN THE GAUGES WOULD WORK AGAIN. THIS WOULD HAPPEN AT ANY SPEED OR CONDITION. I TOOK THE CAR TO THE DEALER WHERE THEY REPLACED THE IGNITION SWITCH.

NHTSA ODI report, 20141014

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 CHEVROLET MALIBU CLASSIC. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V400000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE WAS UNAVAILABLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20141001

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

3 of 13 total reports mention: exterior lighting.

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TURN SIGNALS WORK ONLY SOMETIMES. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20140803

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 13 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

ENGINE

1 of 13 total reports mentions: engine.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 13 total reports mentions: electrical system.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2001 Chevrolet Malibu Classic — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (11 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2001 Chevrolet Malibu Classic reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Chevrolet Malibu Classic?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 85% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2001 Chevrolet Malibu Classic have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.