Chevrolet Malibu — Visual System
High risk
Apr 2, 2026
Model years: 2023, 2024, 2025
On certain vehicles, moisture could enter the rearview camera and could cause the rearview camera image not to display correctly or at all.
Chevrolet Malibu — Lights And Instruments
High risk
Nov 2, 2023
Model years: 2021
Issue: On certain vehicles, the automatic headlamps may not turn on soon enough as it becomes dark outside. Canadian regulations require automatic headlamps to turn on when the amb
Also affects: Chevrolet Blazer, Cadillac Xt4, Chevrolet Colorado, Gmc Canyon
Chevrolet Malibu — Structure
High risk
Dec 14, 2022
Model years: 2022
Issue: On a small number of vehicles, the front bumper impact bar may not be welded correctly. As a result, the front crash sensors may not work properly. This could cause the airb
Chevrolet Malibu — Seats And Restraints
High risk
Aug 20, 2021
Model years: 2016, 2017, 2018, 2020
On certain vehicles, a bolt that attaches the rear seat belt retractor(s) may be missing. As a result, the seat belt may not work as designed in a crash.
Also affects: Cadillac Xt4
Chevrolet Malibu — Suspension
High risk
Aug 12, 2021
Model years: 2013
Issue: On certain vehicles, the protective coating on the rear suspension toe links may chip away. If this happens, the metal can rust and the toe link could break. A broken toe li
Also affects: Buick Regal, Buick Lacrosse
Chevrolet Malibu — Suspension
High risk
Dec 10, 2020
Model years: 2013
On certain vehicles, the protective coating on the rear suspension toe links may chip away. If this happens, the metal can rust and the toe link could break. A broken toe link can
Also affects: Buick Lacrosse, Buick Regal
Chevrolet Malibu — Powertrain
High risk
Oct 29, 2020
Model years: 2018
On certain vehicles, the start-stop accumulator in the transmission may be missing bolts. As a result, transmission fluid could leak and eventually cause the transmission to stop w
Also affects: Buick Enclave, Buick Encore Gx, Buick Lacrosse, Cadillac Xt6, Chevrolet Blazer
Chevrolet Malibu — Engine
High risk
Sep 6, 2019
Model years: 2018
On certain vehicles equipped with a 1.5 L turbo engine, a software error in the engine control module may disable the fuel injectors. This could cause the engine not to start. In r
Chevrolet Malibu — Other
High risk
Aug 21, 2019
Model years: 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016
This recall is for aftermarket replacement rear window glass produced by Vitro Automotriz. Certain rear window glass may not have been properly tempered. If the window breaks, the
Also affects: Buick Rainier, Buick Terraza, Cadillac Escalade, Cadillac Escalade Esv, Chevrolet Equinox
Chevrolet Malibu — Airbag
High risk
Dec 21, 2018
Model years: 2010, 2011
On certain vehicles, the driver-front airbag inflator could produce excessive internal pressure during an airbag deployment. If the driver-front airbag inflator ruptures during dep
Chevrolet Malibu — Brakes
High risk
Aug 30, 2018
Model years: 2018, 2019
On certain vehicles, a problem with the rear brake system may cause gas bubbles to form in the brake fluid. This could cause a soft brake pedal feel and a reduction in brake perfor
Also affects: Buick Lacrosse, Cadillac Xts, Chevrolet Bolt Ev, Chevrolet Cruze, Chevrolet Equinox
Chevrolet Malibu — Airbag
High risk
Jun 15, 2018
Model years: 2016, 2017
On certain vehicles that had the front passenger presence system (PPS) replaced, the replacement parts may have been incorrectly calibrated. This could cause the PPS not to properl
Chevrolet Malibu — Fuel System
High risk
Jun 1, 2018
Model years: 2018
On certain vehicles, a joint on the high-pressure fuel pump may have been improperly welded during the manufacturing process. Over time, this could cause the weld to crack and crea
Also affects: Chevrolet Colorado, Chevrolet Equinox, Gmc Acadia, Gmc Canyon, Gmc Terrain
Chevrolet Malibu — High Voltage
High risk
Jul 7, 2016
Model years: 2016
On certain hybrid vehicles, the manual service disconnect (MSD) may not have been properly installed and may not be locked in position. This could cause the MSD to become loose and
Chevrolet Malibu — Powertrain
High risk
Jun 30, 2016
Model years: 2016
Certain vehicles may fail to conform to Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (CMVSS) 114 - Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention. The Electronic Park Lock (EPL) lever in the ste
Also affects: Buick Verano
Chevrolet Malibu — Structure
High risk
Mar 11, 2016
Model years: 2016
Certain vehicles may not comply with the side impact protection requirements of United States Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 214, which is voluntarily-adopted in Canada. The
Chevrolet Malibu — Airbag
High risk
Mar 2, 2016
Model years: 2016
On certain vehicles, the second stage of the driver frontal airbag may not deploy properly in certain high speed crashes. If the vehicle were to be involved in a high speed crash t
Also affects: Gmc Canyon, Chevrolet Colorado
Chevrolet Malibu — Seats And Restraints
High risk
May 7, 2015
Model years: 2011, 2012
On certain vehicles, the flexible steel cable that connects the seat belt to the vehicle structure at the front outboard seating positions can fatigue over time and could separate,
Chevrolet Malibu — Structure
High risk
Mar 18, 2015
Model years: 2013, 2014, 2015
Certain vehicles equipped with power-operated sunroof systems may fail to conform to Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (CMVSS) 118 - Power-Operated Window, Partition and Roof Pa
Chevrolet Malibu — Steering
High risk
Feb 4, 2015
Model years: 2006, 2007
Certain vehicles equipped with electric power steering may experience a sudden loss of power steering assist that could occur at any time while driving. If the power steering assis
Also affects: Chevrolet Malibu Maxx, Pontiac G6
Chevrolet Malibu — Lights And Instruments
High risk
Jul 23, 2014
Model years: 2013
Certain vehicles may not comply with the requirements of Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 108 - Lighting System and Retroreflective Devices. If one of the two front turn signal
Also affects: Buick Regal
Chevrolet Malibu — Electrical
High risk
Jul 3, 2014
Model years: 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005
On certain vehicles, a defect in the ignition switch could allow the switch to move out of the "run" position if the key ring is carrying added weight or the vehicle goes off-road
Also affects: Oldsmobile Intrigue, Oldsmobile Alero, Pontiac Grand Am, Chevrolet Monte Carlo, Chevrolet Impala
Chevrolet Malibu — Electrical
High risk
May 16, 2014
Model years: 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012
On certain vehicles, intermittent electrical connection faults may cause the brake lamps to illuminate without the brake pedal being depressed, or not illuminate when the brake ped
Also affects: Chevrolet Malibu Maxx, Pontiac G6, Saturn Aura
Chevrolet Malibu — Brakes
High risk
May 9, 2014
Model years: 2014
On certain vehicles, the front brake assembly may have been equipped with a rear brake rotor instead of a front one. During braking, higher heat will be generated by the thinner re
Also affects: Buick Lacrosse
Chevrolet Malibu — Powertrain
High risk
May 1, 2014
Model years: 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
On certain vehicles equipped with 4 speed automatic transmissions, the shift cable could fracture without warning. If this occurs, the driver may not be able to select a different
Also affects: Chevrolet Malibu Maxx, Pontiac G6, Saturn Aura
Chevrolet Malibu — Steering
High risk
Apr 1, 2014
Model years: 2004, 2005, 2006, 2008, 2009
Certain vehicles equipped with electric power steering may experience a sudden loss of power steering assist that could occur at any time while driving. If the power steering assis
Also affects: Chevrolet Cobalt, Chevrolet Hhr, Chevrolet Malibu Maxx, Pontiac G6, Saturn Aura
Chevrolet Malibu — Powertrain
High risk
Feb 25, 2014
Model years: 2014
Certain vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions may fail to conform to Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (CMVSS) 102 - Transmission Control Functions and CMVSS 114 - Thef
Also affects: Buick Regal, Buick Verano, Chevrolet Cruze, Chevrolet Impala
Chevrolet Malibu — Heater And Defroster
High risk
Nov 13, 2013
Model years: 2014
Certain vehicles may not comply with Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 103 - Windshield Defrosting and Defogging. The heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) controls i
Chevrolet Malibu — Electrical
High risk
Nov 13, 2013
Model years: 2013
On certain vehicles equipped with 8-way power adjustable seats, the seat wiring may chafe against the seat frame and cause a short. This could result in unintended seat movement, i
Chevrolet Malibu — Electrical
High risk
May 6, 2013
Model years: 2013
On certain vehicles equipped with eAssist, the Generator Control Module (GCM) may not function correctly. This could cause a gradual loss of battery charge, which would illuminate
Also affects: Buick Lacrosse, Buick Regal
Chevrolet Malibu — Lights And Instruments
High risk
Feb 6, 2013
Model years: 2013
Certain vehicles fail to conform to Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 102 - Transmission Control Functions. The console shift indicator, in rare circumstances, may not illuminat
Chevrolet Malibu — Suspension
High risk
Jan 23, 2013
Model years: 2013
On certain vehicles, one or more rear suspension bolt(s) may not have been tightened top the specified torque during vehicle assembly. If the bolt(s) loosen, sudden changes in vehi
Chevrolet Malibu — Steering
High risk
Oct 1, 2012
Model years: 2005, 2006, 2008
Certain vehicles equipped with electric power steering may experience a sudden loss of power steering assist that could occur at any time while driving. If the power steering assis
Also affects: Pontiac G6, Chevrolet Malibu Maxx, Saturn Aura
Chevrolet Malibu — Powertrain
High risk
Sep 18, 2012
Model years: 2008, 2009, 2010
On certain vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions, shift cable locking tabs could fracture without warning. If this occurs, the transmission may not be in the PARK position
Also affects: Saturn Aura, Pontiac G6
Chevrolet Malibu — Other
High risk
Apr 1, 2010
Model years: 2008, 2009, 2010
Certain vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 102 - Transmission Control Functions. The indicator light of the PRNDM provided to ide
Chevrolet Malibu — Other
High risk
Mar 11, 2009
Model years: 2009
On certain vehicles, the transmission shift cable adjustment clip may not be fully engaged. Should this occur, the shift lever and the actual position of the transmission gear may
Also affects: Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Cobalt, Chevrolet Hhr, Chevrolet Traverse, Gmc Acadia
Chevrolet Malibu — Other
High risk
Oct 29, 2004
Model years: 2003
On certain vehicles, in hot ambient conditions, the accelerator pedal arm may stick at the attachment to the bracket and not return to the engine idle position when the operator re
Also affects: Oldsmobile Alero, Pontiac Grand Am
Chevrolet Malibu — Seats And Restraints
High risk
Apr 20, 2004
Model years: 2004
On certain vehicles, analysis of a side impact test indicated the outboard anchorage of the driver's seat belt could disconnect because of contact between the seat trim and the anc
Also affects: Chevrolet Malibu Maxx
Chevrolet Malibu — Brakes
High risk
Apr 20, 2004
Model years: 2004
On certain vehicles, the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may calculate a higher than actual vehicle speed because of an erratic rear-wheel speed sensor signal, and cause ABS activati
Also affects: Chevrolet Malibu Maxx
Chevrolet Malibu — Steering
High risk
Dec 16, 2003
Model years: 1997, 1998
On certain vehicles, the lower pinion bearings retainer tabs were not crimped properly. These retainers may fail and permit the ball bearings to escape. If the problem were to occu
Also affects: Buick Regal, Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, Pontiac Grand Prix, Oldsmobile Ciera, Chevrolet Monte Carlo
Chevrolet Malibu — Lights And Instruments
High risk
Sep 5, 2003
Model years: 2000, 2001
On certain vehicles, the hazard warning switch may experience solder joint cracking if subjected to rapid temperature transition. If solder joint cracking occurs and results in an
Also affects: Oldsmobile Alero, Pontiac Grand Am
Chevrolet Malibu — Lights And Instruments
High risk
Apr 11, 2002
Model years: 2002
Certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to CMVSS 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." some of these vehicles were produced with a left low-beam headlamp t
Chevrolet Malibu — Visual System
High risk
Mar 9, 2001
Model years: 1997, 1998
On certain vehicles, if a buildup of snow or ice restricts the movement of the passenger side wiper arm, the pivot housing can crack and the wipe will not operate. Reduced visibili
Also affects: Oldsmobile Cutlass
Chevrolet Malibu — Fuel System
High risk
Nov 15, 1999
Model years: 2000
Certain vehicles do not comply with the requirements of CMVSS 301 - Fuel System Integrity. The fuel fill fitting may not be properly secured to the fuel tank. In that condition, fu
Chevrolet Malibu — Engine
High risk
Sep 28, 1998
Model years: 1999
Certain vehicles may be equipped with ignition coil/control module assemblies that were incorrectly manufactured and may result in setting the SES light and causing various driveab
Also affects: Buick Century, Chevrolet Lumina Car, Chevrolet Monte Carlo, Oldsmobile Ciera, Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
Chevrolet Malibu — Emissions
High risk
Oct 9, 1987
Model years: 1983
VEHICLES WITH 5.0L ENGINES DO NOT COMPLY WITH C.M.V.S.S. 1105 - EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS. INOPERATIVE CANISTER PURGE THERMO VACUUM SWITCH.
Also affects: Chevrolet Monte Carlo, Pontiac Firebird, Pontiac Grand Prix
Chevrolet Malibu — Brakes
High risk
May 28, 1986
Model years: 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984
On certain vehicles, excessive enlargement of a pilot hole in the rear brake backing plate could allow the wheel cylinder to rotate possibly leading to loss of brake fluid in the r
Also affects: Pontiac Lemans, Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, Oldsmobile Cutlass, Pontiac Grand Prix, Chevrolet El Camino
Chevrolet Malibu — Brakes
High risk
Apr 29, 1985
Model years: 1978, 1979, 1980
On certain vehicles, excessive enlargement of a pilot hole in the rear backing plate could allow the wheel cylinder to rotate possibly leading to loss of rear braking action.
Also affects: Buick Century, Buick Regal, Chevrolet El Camino, Chevrolet Monte Carlo, Chevrolet S Series
Chevrolet Malibu — Seats And Restraints
High risk
Jan 11, 1985
Model years: 1978, 1979, 1980
On certain vehicles, the heads of the rear seatbelt anchor bolts may break off during normal vehicle use and in the event of an accident in which the rear seatbelts are in use, the
Also affects: Buick Century, Buick Regal, Chevrolet Monte Carlo, Oldsmobile Cutlass, Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
Chevrolet Malibu — Not Entered
High risk
Jan 11, 1985
Model years: 1978, 1979, 1980
THE AXLE RETAINING "C" CLIP IN THE DIFFERENTIAL MAY DISLODGE AND ALLOW THE AXLE, WHEEL AND BRAKE DRUM TO SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE WHEN SUBJECTED TO SIDE FORCES. AXLE SEPARATION CO
Also affects: Buick Century, Buick Regal, Chevrolet El Camino, Chevrolet Monte Carlo, Gmc Caballero
Chevrolet Malibu — Brakes
High risk
Jan 10, 1985
Model years: 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984
On certain vehicles, the rear brake backing plates may develop a corrosion condition which could result in loss of rear brake fluid and loss of rear braking capabilities. This reca
Also affects: Buick Century, Pontiac Grand Lemans, Pontiac Lemans, Chevrolet El Camino, Oldsmobile Cutlass
Chevrolet Malibu — Not Entered
High risk
Mar 14, 1984
Model years: 1979
THESE VEHICLES MAY NOT COMPLY WITH CMVSS 1103 - EXHAUST EMISSIONS.
Also affects: Chevrolet El Camino, Chevrolet Monte Carlo, Gmc Caballero
Chevrolet Malibu — Not Entered
High risk
Mar 14, 1984
Model years: 1978
THESE VEHICLES MAY NOT COMPLY WITH CMVSS 1103 - EXHAUST EMISSIONS.
Also affects: Chevrolet El Camino, Chevrolet Monte Carlo, Gmc Caballero
Chevrolet Malibu — Not Entered
High risk
Jan 1, 1984
Model years: 1979
THESE VEHICLES MAY NOT COMPLY WITH CMVSS 1103 - EXHAUST EMISSIONS. VEHICLES WITH 3.8 L ENGINES.
Also affects: Buick Century, Buick Lesabre, Buick Regal, Buick Skyhawk, Buick Skylark
Chevrolet Malibu — Not Entered
High risk
Oct 7, 1983
Model years: 1983
THE REAR BRAKE SYSTEM BRAKE PIPE FROM THE MASTER CYLINDER TO THE PROPORTIONER VALVE ON THESE VEHICLES MAY BE CONTACTING THE AIR CLEANER RESONATOR BRACKET. OVER AN EXTENDED PERIOD O
Also affects: Buick Regal, Chevrolet Monte Carlo, Gmc Caballero, Oldsmobile Cutlass, Pontiac Grand Lemans
Chevrolet Malibu — Lights And Instruments
High risk
Sep 14, 1981
Model years: 1982
On certain vehicles, incorrectly indexed outboard headlamp wiring harness connectors will result in incorrect filament illumination in either high or low beam mode.
Also affects: Chevrolet El Camino, Gmc Caballero
Chevrolet Malibu — Not Entered
High risk
Feb 25, 1981
Model years: 1979, 1980
ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ELECTRIC DEFOGGERS THE TAILGATE GLASS MAY BREAK WHEN THE DEFOGGER IS ENERGIZED. STATION WAGONS ONLY.
Also affects: Buick Century, Oldsmobile Cutlass, Pontiac Lemans
Chevrolet Malibu — Suspension
High risk
Feb 24, 1981
Model years: 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981
On certain vehicles, the lower rear control arm to frame bolts may fracture causing lower control arm to drop free. If this happens vehicle damage or crash without warning may occu
Also affects: Buick Century, Buick Regal, Chevrolet El Camino, Chevrolet Monte Carlo, Oldsmobile Cutlass Salon
Chevrolet Malibu — Not Entered
High risk
Jul 18, 1979
Model years: 1978
THE OUTER FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS MAY EXPERIENCE INADEQUATE LUBRICATION THAT MAY CAUSE WHEEL BEARING FAILURE. THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN FRONT WHEEL SPINDLE DAMAGE AND LOSS OF VEH
Also affects: Buick Century, Buick Regal, Chevrolet El Camino, Chevrolet Monte Carlo, Gmc Caballero
Chevrolet Malibu — Electrical
High risk
Jul 14, 1979
Model years: 1979
On certain vehicles equipped with cruise control. The brake stop light and cruise control switch may be assembled with incorrect lubrication on the actuating plunger. This results
Also affects: Buick Century, Buick Electra, Buick Lesabre, Buick Regal, Chevrolet C Series
Chevrolet Malibu — Not Entered
High risk
May 25, 1978
Model years: 1978
VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH FRONT BENCH SEATS. VEHICLES HAVE BEEN EQUIPPED WITH INCORRECT FRONT SEAT HEAD RESTRAINTS WHICH DO NOT COMPLY WITH FEDERAL SAFETY STANDARD 201 - OCCUPANT PROT
Also affects: Chevrolet Monte Carlo, Pontiac Grand Am, Pontiac Lemans
Chevrolet Malibu — Not Entered
High risk
Nov 7, 1977
Model years: 1978
THE REAR BRAKE WHEEL CYLINDER RETAINER MAY NOT BE PROPERLY INSTALLED SHOULD THE RETAINER DISENGAGE, THE WHEEL CYLINDER COULD MOVE OUTWARD CAUSING A LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID AND LOSS OF
Also affects: Chevrolet Monte Carlo, Pontiac Lemans
Chevrolet Malibu — Not Entered
High risk
May 17, 1977
Model years: 1976
VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH POWER BRAKES. GASOLINE VAPOR MAY CONDENSE IN THE POWER BRAKE BOOSTER AT TEMPERATURES OF O DEGREES FARENHEIT OR LOWER. THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE THE BRAKE RUBB
Also affects: Buick Electra, Buick Lesabre, Buick Skylark, Cadillac Deville, Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham
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