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Chevrolet Malibu Eco problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Malibu Eco from 2013 to 2014: 99 owner complaints and 1 recalls across 2 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2013 (87), 2014 (12).

Chevrolet Malibu Eco
Photo: IFCAR · Public domain · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Electrical51
Engine24
Stability control17
Steering16
Brakes13
Other / unknown11
Airbags10
Transmission & drivetrain9

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
2013187–
2014012–

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Chevrolet Malibu Eco?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2013 (87), 2014 (12).

How many recalls has the Chevrolet Malibu Eco had?

Across 2013–2014, NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).