AI DamageChevrolet Malibu Hybrid: problems, complaints, bulletins
Summary for the Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid across 4 model years: 0 owner complaints and 360 NHTSA service bulletins, plus repair videos. Pick a year for details.
Model years
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 329 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 230 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 226 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 134 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 120 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 113 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 55 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 0 | 0 | 44 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 39 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 37 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 37 |
| Tires | 0 | 0 | 30 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 25 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 20 |
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it
- This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance
- PI to help diagnose A/C concern
- This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size…
- This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and upload to a…
- This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance
- This Preliminary information communicates to the field on how to diagnosis a GPS issue with the Telematic…
- This Preliminary information communicates to the field on how to diagnosis a GPS issue with the Telematic…
- This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance
- This service bulletin provides information on Tire Sidewall Irregularities
- This service bulletin provides information on replacing the intake manifold when the engine is replaced…
- This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have…
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.