2019 Chevrolet Malibu
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
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.
- Complaints
- 191
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Power train
Campaigns on file for 2019
None on file
36% of complaints
Complaints per year
2019: 191 complaints
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
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Power train
36% · 68 reportsMost commonly citing floor shift and gear position indication (prndl).
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I understand that the vehicle is outside of its original warranty period.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-01
Also filed under Engine
Engine
34% · 64 reportsShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while at a light, the engine lost motive power and shut off. The vehicle began to roll backward. The emergency brake was inoperable. The vehicle shifted from park.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-08-26
Also filed under Parking brake
Start/stop on powertrain / motor control. Motor stops on brake pedal pressure and starts upon ? ? Decrease in pedal prssure ? Motor started and RPM accelerated bu itself while brake pedal applied, vehicle "Surged" And hit post.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-04-15
Due to the vacuum pump failing during driving, metal shards broke inside of the car and went into the engine destroying it completely. Now i need a whole new…
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-16
Electrical system
32% · 61 reportsService brakes
13% · 25 reportsMost commonly citing hydraulic.
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On September 28th I was driving along the highway, went to take an exit, and the brake pedal was locked. I experienced a loss of braking, hard brake pedal and increased stopping distance.
NHTSA ODI report, 2022-10-27
Fuel/propulsion system
9% · 17 reportsSafety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2021-09-17Seat belts21V649000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2021 Chevrolet Malibu and 2019-2021 Cadillac XT4 vehicles. The rear seat belt retractors may be improperly secured with loose or missing fasteners.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the rear seat belt retractors, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 17, 2021.
Buy-smart checklist
2019 Chevrolet Malibu — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 68 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 64 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 61 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 21V649000 · Seat belts
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2019 Chevrolet Malibu reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2019 Chevrolet Malibu is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2019 Chevrolet Malibu?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 36% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2019 Chevrolet Malibu have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.