Is the 2007 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 2007 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 41% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2007 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

2007 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx

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2007 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx
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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: 44
Recalls: 3
Investigations: 0
Top problem: Air bags

Complaints per year

2007: 44 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2004	434
2005	326
2006	270
2007	44

Known problem areas

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

Air bags

41% · 18 reports

Most commonly citing frontal and sensor/control module.

FIRE

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Occupant air bag sensor come on in fire, now service air bags light is on and there is a burn hole in the passenger front seat ..updated 09-15-14-*bf updated…

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-08-26

Also filed under Electrical system

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx. While the vehicle was stationary and while driving various speeds, the air bag, ABS, and traction control indicators illuminated. The contact stated that the traction control would not engage.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-03-01

Also filed under Electrical system

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx. The airbag module light failed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection. The technician made repairs to the module at the owners expense. The failure mileage was 50000.

NHTSA ODI report, 2009-12-15

Steering

23% · 10 reports

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Whenever the contact turns the steering wheel in either direction, he hears a clunking noise. The vehicle was taken.. The current 50K and failure mileages was 30,000.

NHTSA ODI report, 2008-11-13

Electrical system

18% · 8 reports

Most commonly citing traction battery.

FIRE

Seats

16% · 7 reports

Exterior lighting

11% · 5 reports

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Drl too hot and cause the headlight / side marker housing to melt. Melted plastic causes bulb to go out / fuse to socket. Needed to replace bulb, housing and harness all OEM and available.. Possible fire danger if left unchecked.

NHTSA ODI report, 2009-05-21

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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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.

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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...

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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.

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Buy-smart checklist

2007 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Air bags: 18 reports on file for this year.
Steering: 10 reports on file for this year.
Electrical system: 8 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 14V224000 · Power train
Recall 14V252000 · Electrical system, electronic stability control (esc), exterior lighting, vehicle speed control
Recall 15V064000 · Steering

FAQ

Is the 2007 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 2007 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx?: The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 41% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx have?: 3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.