Does the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid, the most recent reported on July 8, 2016 (Hybrid propulsion system). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid?

Owners have filed 24 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (11 complaints), followed by engine (8).

How many 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid complaints mention a crash or fire?

1 of 24 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 3 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid recalls and problems

1 recall and 24 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid recalls

Hybrid propulsion system

NHTSA campaign 16V521000 · reported July 8, 2016 · General Motors LLC · 534 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Malibu Hybrid vehicles manufactured October 27, 2015, to June 3, 2016. The affected vehicles have a shut-off switch for the high voltage battery for use when servicing the vehicle. This manual service disconnect switch (MSD) may not be properly installed and thus may not lock into position, unexpectedly disconnecting the high-voltage power while driving, effectively stalling the vehicle.
The risk: A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the MSD and correct the installation, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 10, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 51230.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Electrical system11
Engine8
Power train8
Unknown or other6
Vehicle speed control6
Service brakes3
Electronic stability control (ESC)1
Fuel/propulsion system1
Service brakes, hydraulic1
Structure1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jun 16, 2025 · Power train · 72,000 miles
The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while shifting into park(P), the vehicle failed to recognize that the transmission was in park(P). The contact had to manipulate and maneuver the gear shifter several times before the vehicle recognized that the gear shifter was in park(P). The message…

Jun 12, 2025 · Service brakes
Stability track warning randomly appears while driving and spontaneously causes total brake failure and the brakes fail to slow or stop vehicle. It has newer brakes but it’s very dangerous to drive. Currently being sent to Chevrolet dealership

Mar 19, 2025 · Unknown or other
Water leaks into the trunk and back seat of the vehicle because the seal around the upper brake light in the rear glass is faulty, causing a mildew/mold odor in the trunk. It is not available for inspection as I had it repaired and sold the vehicle. The problem was confirmed by the glass company to did the repair for…

Jan 10, 2025 · Service brakes
The check engine light came on and we brought it to the shop where they said the code is for the electronic brake system modulator. It is also causing the ABS to malfunction and be hypersensitive. There is a recall for the same make/model/year of vehicle, except the month before her car was manufactured. I believe…

Aug 26, 2024 · Electrical system
There’s a warning on the display that says ‘shift to park’ while the vehicle is already in park. This is causing the battery to drain/die and needs jumpstart everyday. Battery was tested and does not need to be replaced. I’m surprised this hasn’t been recalled yet. Online search ‘Chevy Malibu shift to park’ shows this…

Malibu Hybrid model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes
2016	1	24	1
2017	0	22	1
2018	0	11	1
2019	0	2	0

Across all years, the 2009 Malibu Hybrid has the most complaints (25). All Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid years →

Questions

Does the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid, the most recent reported on July 8, 2016 (Hybrid propulsion system). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid?: Owners have filed 24 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (11 complaints), followed by engine (8).
How many 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid complaints mention a crash or fire?: 1 of 24 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 3 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received June 16, 2025.