Does the 2024 Chevrolet Malibu have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2024 Chevrolet Malibu, the most recent reported on April 2, 2026 (Back over prevention: sensing system, camera). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2024 Chevrolet Malibu?

Owners have filed 44 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (18 complaints), followed by back over prevention (10).

How many 2024 Chevrolet Malibu complaints mention a crash or fire?

3 of 44 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2024 Chevrolet Malibu recalls and problems

2 recalls and 44 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2024 Chevrolet Malibu.

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.

2024 Chevrolet Malibu recalls

Back over prevention: sensing system, camera

NHTSA campaign 26V212000 · reported April 2, 2026 · General Motors, LLC · 276,879 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The rearview camera screen may display a distorted or blank image.
The risk: A rearview image that does not display correctly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 20, 2026. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N262551720. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 2, 2026.

Equipment: other, owners/service/other manual

NHTSA campaign 24V575000 · reported August 1, 2024 · General Motors, LLC · 22 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Cadillac XT4 and Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The vehicles may have the wrong owner's manual in the glove box. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
The risk: The wrong owner's manual may contain inaccurate information about vehicle functions and other safety relevant information, which could lead to improper operation of the vehicle and increase the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix: Dealers will provide owners with the correct manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 26, 2024. Owners may contact Cadillac's customer service at 1-800-458-8006 and Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N242454040.

Most reported problems

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

Electrical system18
Back over prevention10
Unknown or other9
Power train6
Service brakes4
Engine3
Forward collision avoidance3
Fuel/propulsion system2
Seats2
Steering2

What owners report

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

Oct 23, 2026 · Steering
Lost power steering after making a left hand 90 deg. turn

Oct 12, 2026 · Service brakes
Brake pedal assembly on 2024 Chevrolet Malibu became loose and wobbly under normal driving conditions at 36,300 miles. Dealer refused warranty repair."

Sep 29, 2026 · Service brakes
I have brought my vehicle to Preston Hood Chevrolet on two occasions for two major issues. Failed breaking system started as when I am at a stop light the car won’t move and the brake light and ignition light comes on and it won’t move when I press the gas! I almost had an 4 car pile up. Now it is stalling when I am…

Sep 29, 2026 · Unknown or other
Back-Up Camera has malfunctioned several times. We received a RECALL NOTICE on it. We took it in for replacement today and were denied recall replacement as they said it worked today. But it has repeatedly malfunctioned while driving. We get a BLANK/BLACK screen with a WARNING to SERVICE CAMERA. It has also been shown…

Sep 25, 2026 · Tires · 59,994 miles
The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Malibu equipped with Firestone Tires, Tire Line: FT140, Tire Size: P205/65/R16, DOT Number: 17X849C87. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH, there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. The contact inspected the vehicle and became aware that the inside tread of the…

Malibu model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2021	2	90	0	1
2022	1	99	4	0
2023	2	72	5	1
2024	2	44	3	0
2025	1	12	1	0

Across all years, the 2009 Malibu has the most complaints (1,509). All Chevrolet Malibu years →

Questions

Does the 2024 Chevrolet Malibu have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2024 Chevrolet Malibu, the most recent reported on April 2, 2026 (Back over prevention: sensing system, camera). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Chevrolet Malibu?: Owners have filed 44 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (18 complaints), followed by back over prevention (10).
How many 2024 Chevrolet Malibu complaints mention a crash or fire?: 3 of 44 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 23, 2026.