2023 Chevrolet Malibu Problems, Recalls & Complaints
NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints for the 2023 Chevrolet Malibu, and what to keep if your vehicle keeps going back to the shop.
Recall campaigns
2
NHTSA owner complaints as of November 6, 2026, from NHTSA's complaint data files.
73
Data last refreshed (Eastern time)
November 6, 2026
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2023 Malibu and 73 owner complaints; the most-reported component in owner complaints is unknown or other, with 14 reports.
Counts come from NHTSA records for this model year and refresh daily. Complaints are unverified owner reports; one complaint can name more than one component.
Top Reported Problems
Owner complaints grouped by NHTSA component (top 8). Linked components open a page comparing models for that problem.
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER14
- BACK OVER PREVENTION14
- ENGINE13
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM12
- AIR BAGS8
- POWER TRAIN8
- FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM6
- STEERING5
2023 Malibu Recall Records
Campaigns can apply only to specific configurations and production dates. Confirm whether your VIN is affected with NHTSA or the manufacturer.
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA · 26V212000
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The rearview camera screen may display a distorted or blank image.
Remedy: 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.
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS · 22V923000
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The front impact bar, a structural portion of the vehicle frame, may not be properly welded to the front frame rail.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the right-hand and left-hand side of the vehicle's motor rail for an incomplete weld. If the condition is found, the vehicle will be repurchased by GM. Owner notification letters were mailed January 20, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020.
2023 Malibu Service Bulletins
A service bulletin is a manufacturer's repair instruction to dealers. It is not a recall and does not by itself establish a defect or a claim.
Manufacturer communications filed with NHTSA for this model year, newest first. A bulletin may apply only to certain configurations. Source data refreshes daily.
| Number | Date | Component | Summary | NHTSA record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PIC6626B | Oct 16, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | PI created to guide technicians through radio restriction process | 11038592 |
| PIT6457C | Sep 28, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This preliminary information is for technicians that may see DTCs that are history and should not perform any part replacements. They should follow the notes mentioned prior to… | 11038136 |
| PIC6540K | Sep 28, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Preliminary information communicates to dealers a procedure to reset the radio. | 11038132 |
| PIT5698F | Sep 26, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it. | 11037555 |
| PIP4902W | Sep 4, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance. | 11037253 |
| PIC6551C | Aug 20, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Preliminary information communicates to dealer to perform a MEC reset for wireless projection issues | 11036392 |
| PIT5099J | Jul 21, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | PI to help diagnose A/C concern | 11035340 |
| PIT5966F | Jun 23, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Preliminary information communicates an issue with an OTA pending message still displayed after an OTA event and how to reset/clear the message. | 11034769 |
| PIP6033B | Jun 8, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Preliminary information communicates to technicians to remove the pulley assembly and inspect the drive chain and pulley surfaces. | 11033719 |
| PIP6031E | Jun 5, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This PI addresses leaks from the case half and provides repair direction to dealer technicians | 11033725 |
| PIP6032C | Jun 3, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | PIP6032B provides diagnostic direction for dealers when encountering transmission leaks | 11033723 |
| PIT6519 | May 27, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This preliminary information is to inform technicians and customers that the voice command will be inoperative when trying to open applications. Engineering is investigating and… | 11033150 |
| PIC6540J | May 14, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Preliminary information communicates to dealers a procedure to reset the radio. | 11032784 |
| PIC6540H | May 11, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Preliminary information communicates to dealers a procedure to reset the radio. | 11032767 |
| PIC6626A | May 11, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | PI created to guide technicians through radio restriction process | 11032766 |
| PIC6423A | May 11, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Pi created to provide GM dealers with information on gathering information for projection issue | 11032764 |
| PIC6551B | May 11, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Preliminary information communicates to dealer to perform a MEC reset for wireless projection issues | 11032763 |
| PIC6540G | Apr 30, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Preliminary information communicates to dealers a procedure to reset the radio. | 11032560 |
| PIC6540G | Apr 30, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Preliminary information communicates to dealers a procedure to reset the radio. | 11032559 |
| PIT3271Q | Apr 1, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available. | 11030974 |
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