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2012 Chevrolet Malibu: recalls, problems and warranty extensions

Everything US government records hold on the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu as a model. To see how it applies to one car, and to check its mileage and VIN, enter the VIN.

3Safety recalls
907Owner complaints to NHTSA
4/5NHTSA overall crash rating

Most-reported problems

What 2012 Chevrolet Malibu owners report most often to NHTSA, and the mileage where most reports fall.

Electrical System291Most reports between 50k and 120k miles
Exterior Lighting202Most reports between 70k and 140k miles
Steering191Most reports between 60k and 140k miles
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)129Most reports between 50k and 140k miles
Air Bags101Most reports between 30k and 100k miles
Engine99Most reports between 50k and 120k miles
Your VIN report marks where your car's odometer sits on each of these ranges.

Safety recalls

Recalls issued for the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

  • Seat BeltsMay 2015 · Campaign 15V269000
  • Electrical System: WiringMay 2014 · Campaign 14V252000
  • SteeringJul 2014 · Campaign 14E044000
Whether a recall was done is shown by the dealer or NHTSA's recall lookup. Your report lists each one with the risk and the fix.

Other years

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Sources: NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, NCAP crash ratings, manufacturer communications and defect investigations. Model-level data: individual cars may differ.