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More complaint activity
2020 Chevrolet Malibuhas more complaint records.
Open investigation signals
2020 Chevrolet Malibuhas more open investigations.
Lower estimated fuel cost
Similar estimatesfuel-cost estimates are similar.
Short answer: Malibu has more complaint activity, Malibu has more severity reports and Malibu has more open investigation signals. Confirm the exact VIN before buying.
Public-record comparison
Rows show model-year records, not exact VIN status.
| Record | 2020 Chevrolet Malibu | 2019 Chevrolet Malibu | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total recalls | 1 | 1 | Similar |
| Total complaints | 188 | 186 | Malibu has 2 more complaints |
| Crash / Fire / Injury / Death reports | 10 / 0 / 5 / 1 | 8 / 1 / 4 / 0 | Malibu has 3 more severity reports |
| Defect investigations | 1 | 1 | Similar |
| Open investigations | 1 | 0 | Malibu has 1 more open investigations |
| Manufacturer communications | 686 | 516 | Malibu has 170 more communications |
| Recall completion reports | 8 | 8 | Similar |
| Warranty programs | 1 | 1 | Similar |
| Service campaigns | 3 | 3 | Similar |
| Software notices | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Canadian recall records | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Latest recall | Aug 20, 2021 | Aug 20, 2021 | Similar |
| Latest complaint | May 8, 2026 | May 16, 2026 | Malibu has newer activity |
| Top complaint categories Top 3 |
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| Similar focus |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | Gasoline | Same |
| Efficiency | 26 combined MPG | 26 combined MPG | Same |
| Estimated annual fuel cost 15,000 miles / year | $2,650 | $2,650 | Similar |
| Safety-rating records | 1 | 1 | Similar |