MYRModel Year Report

2006 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx

○ Not enough data
2006 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx
BUILT 2026-10-10

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
270
Recalls
4

Campaigns on file for 2006

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Steering

77% of complaints

Complaints per year

2004: 434 complaints 2004 2005: 326 complaints 2005 2006: 270 complaints 2006 270 2007: 44 complaints 2007
2004: 434 complaints 2004 2005: 326 complaints 2005 2006: 270 complaints 2006 270 2007: 44 complaints 2007
2004: 434 complaints 2004 2005: 326 complaints 2005 2006: 270 complaints 2006 270 2007: 44 complaints 2007

2006: 270 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
2004434
2005326
2006270
200744

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Steering

77% · 209 reports

Most commonly citing electric power assist system and power steering fluid.

CRASHFIREINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

We purchased our 2006 mailbu maxx in November 2005. Two months later there was a violent shake in the front end, the dealership turned the rotors because they were warped.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-06-27

Also filed under Electrical system and service brakes

I was making a turn a turn that I have done for four years of my life and the vehicle steering failed. Instead of turning the vehicle went straight into a wall.

NHTSA ODI report, 2008-02-19

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the power steering malfunctioned, and the steering wheel became difficult to turn in either direction.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-03-11

Also filed under Engine

Electrical system

10% · 28 reports

Most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel and starter assembly.

CRASH

Service brakes

9% · 25 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and electric.

CRASHFIREINJURY

Power train

6% · 17 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission.

Electronic stability control (esc)

4% · 12 reports

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

To check one car, enter its VIN on the NHTSA recall page. Check a VIN →

  1. R
    2014-06-27Power train14V224000 General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on April 29, 2014, that they are recalling 56,214 model year 2007 and 2008 Saturn Aura vehicles.

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and GM dealers will replace the shift cable assembly and mounting bracket, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact General Motors at 1-800-553-6000.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. R
    2014-07-17Steering14V153000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 and 2008-2009 Chevrolet Malibu, 2004-2006 Malibu Maxx, 2009-2010 HHR (non-turbo), 2010 Cobalt, 2008-2009 Saturn Aura and 2004-2007 Ion, and 2005-2009 Pontiac G6.

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will perform one of four bulletins. Parts are not currently available. GM expects to send an interim notification around May 28, 2014.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  3. R
    2014-08-18Electrical system, electronic stability control (esc), exterior lighting, vehicle speed control14V252000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2004-2012 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured May 16, 2003, through October 11, 2012, 2004-2007 Malibu Maxx vehicles manufactured June 25, 2003, through April 5, 2007, 2005-2010 Pontiac G6...

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will attach the wiring harness to the BCM with a spacer, apply dielectric lubricant to both the BCM and harness connector and the BAS and harness connector, and will relearn the brake pedal home position, free of...

    Check if this car was fixed →

  4. R
    2015-02-24Steering15V064000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2006-2007 Chevrolet Malibu and Malibu Maxx vehicles manufactured April 1, 2006, to June 30, 2006, and 2006-2007 Pontiac G6 vehicles manufactured April 18, 2006, to June 30, 2006.

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the torque sensor assembly, free of charge. The recall began February 24, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Pontiac customer service at 1-800-762-2737.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2006 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Steering: 209 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 28 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 25 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 14V224000 · Power train
  • Recall 14V153000 · Steering
  • Recall 14V252000 · Electrical system, electronic stability control (esc), exterior lighting, vehicle speed control
  • Recall 15V064000 · Steering
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx 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 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 77% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.