1983 Chevrolet Malibu
Only 1 complaint 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 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 1983
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1983: 1 complaint
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1981 | 3 |
| 1982 | 2 |
| 1983 | 1 |
| 1986 | 1 |
| 1989 | 3 |
| 1997 | 443 |
| 1998 | 976 |
| 1999 | 789 |
| 2000 | 922 |
| 2001 | 721 |
| 2002 | 567 |
| 2003 | 569 |
| 2004 | 1,148 |
| 2005 | 975 |
| 2006 | 1,118 |
| 2007 | 977 |
| 2008 | 988 |
| 2009 | 1,510 |
| 2010 | 1,362 |
| 2011 | 978 |
| 2012 | 907 |
| 2013 | 837 |
| 2014 | 351 |
| 2015 | 270 |
| 2016 | 839 |
| 2017 | 705 |
| 2018 | 698 |
| 2019 | 191 |
| 2020 | 198 |
| 2021 | 89 |
| 2022 | 98 |
| 2023 | 68 |
| 2024 | 43 |
| 2025 | 11 |
Known problem areas
Only 1 complaint on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Visibility
1 of 1 total report mentions: visibility, most commonly citing defroster/defogger/hvac system.
Show complaint excerpts
Modular plastic GM HVAC systems and fire spread into passenger compartment.
NHTSA ODI report, 2000-02-11
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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1983-08-10Vehicle speed control83V077000 Accelerator pump lever retaining pin may loosen after repeated heavy accelerator pedal applications. This could cause the throttle to become stuck in the open position.
Remedy: Dealer will install a special cotter pin, to retain the accelerator pump pin, and a spring clip thrust washer on the accelerator pump link.
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1983-10-25Service brakes, hydraulic83V106000 The master cylinder rear brake pipe, which carries brake fluid to the rear brakes, may develop a leak due to extended chafing on the air cleaner resonator bracket.
Remedy: If upon inspection the dealer finds that there is inadequate clearance, the pipe will be reformed to obtain the necessary three quarter inch space. Only those pipes showing signs of wear will be…
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2007-11-08Equipment07E088000 Certain honeywell fram racing brand HP4 and HP8 oil filters that were manufactured from May 25, 2006, through September 14, 2007, and sold for use as replacement equipment for vehicles list above.…
Remedy: Honeywell will replace the affected oil filters free of charge. The recall began during November 2007. Owners can contact fram customer service toll-free at 1-800-890-2075.
Buy-smart checklist
1983 Chevrolet Malibu — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Visibility: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 83V077000 · Vehicle speed control
- Recall 83V106000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 07E088000 · Equipment
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- Is the 1983 Chevrolet Malibu 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 1983 Chevrolet Malibu?
- The most-reported component is visibility, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1983 Chevrolet Malibu 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.