2018 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid
Only 11 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 11 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 11
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2018: 11 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 25 |
| 2010 | 2 |
| 2016 | 24 |
| 2017 | 22 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Only 11 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
4 of 11 total reports mention: power train.
Show complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. The shift-to-park warning light was illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-11-03
The car lost power while I was operating it. I had to put it in park and restart it. I was in the middle of parking it on a city street.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-01-16
Also filed under Engine and fuel/propulsion system
Electrical system
4 of 11 total reports mention: electrical system.
Engine
3 of 11 total reports mention: engine.
Vehicle speed control
2 of 11 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
Show complaint excerpts
One of my first problems with this car is the âshift to parkâ error message. This message on the dashboard indicating that my gear is not in P (park) when in fact it is . This error will not allow me to turn off my car even though I am parked.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-03-09
Also filed under Fuel/propulsion system
Fuel/propulsion system
2 of 11 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds
Buy-smart checklist
2018 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 3 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2018 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid 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 2018 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 36% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2018 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.