MYRModel Year Report

2002 Chevrolet Malibu Classic

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2002 Chevrolet Malibu Classic
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:35:37.697Z

Only 16 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 16 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, 2002 highlighted. 1997: 3 complaints 1997 1998: 5 complaints 1999: 4 complaints 1999 2000: 11 complaints 2001: 13 complaints 2001 2002: 16 complaints 2002 2003: 16 complaints 2003 2004: 116 complaints 2005: 92 complaints 2005 2007: 15 complaints 2008: 21 complaints 2008
2002: 16 complaints
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YearComplaints
19973
19985
19994
200011
200113
200216
200316
2004116
200592
200715
200821

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 16 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

11 of 16 total reports mention: electrical system.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 CHEVROLET MALIBU. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V400000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) HAD EXCEEDED THE REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR REPAIR. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT MADE AWARE OF THE DELAY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20141009

2002 CHEVROLET MALIBU LS SEDAN PRESENTED HAS NOTICEABLY WEAK AND INEFFICIENT HEADLIGHTS AND FOG LIGHTS POSING A SAFETY ISSUE. THE FOG LIGHTS ARE NOT EFFECTIVE IN MILDLY FOGGY DRIVING CONDITIONS AT ALL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140724

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

2 of 16 total reports mention: exterior lighting.

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2002 CHEVROLET MALIBU LS SEDAN PRESENTED HAS NOTICEABLY WEAK AND INEFFICIENT HEADLIGHTS AND FOG LIGHTS POSING A SAFETY ISSUE. THE FOG LIGHTS ARE NOT EFFECTIVE IN MILDLY FOGGY DRIVING CONDITIONS AT ALL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140724

ENGINE

2 of 16 total reports mention: engine.

POWER TRAIN

1 of 16 total reports mentions: power train.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

1 of 16 total reports mentions: exterior lighting.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2002 CHEVROLET MALIBU CLASSIC. WHILE DRIVING UNKNOWN SPEEDS, THE TURN SIGNAL AND EMERGENCY LIGHT INDICATORS FAILED TO ILLUMINATE WITHOUT WARNING.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180626

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2002 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 (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (2 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2002 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 2002 Chevrolet Malibu Classic?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 69% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2002 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.