2016 CHEVROLET MALIBU HYBRID

1 recalls, 46 complaints - 342 TSBs

16V521000 Jul 8, 2016
HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
Defect Description
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 p... Read more
Consequence
A vehicle stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
534 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: General Motors LLC

Complaint Statistics

46 total complaints 3 crashes 5 injuries

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
ENGINE10
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM8
POWER TRAIN7
UNKNOWN OR OTHER6
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL3
SERVICE BRAKES3
STRUCTURE:BODY2
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL2
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM2
AIR BAGS2
SERVICE BRAKES Jun 16, 2025
Incident date: Jun 16, 2024
On [XXX] I was driving on [XXX] and was approaching my exit ramp and applied my brakes to slow down for the exit. My car began shaking and the brakes were vibrating very badly and not slowing down. I was either going to slam into the truck in front of me, or swerve and hit the highway retaining w... Read more
Crash 1 injured
AIR BAGS Jun 16, 2025
Incident date: Jun 16, 2024
On [XXX] I was driving on [XXX] and was approaching my exit ramp and applied my brakes to slow down for the exit. My car began shaking and the brakes were vibrating very badly and not slowing down. I was either going to slam into the truck in front of me, or swerve and hit the highway retaining w... Read more
Crash 1 injured
AIR BAGS Jun 12, 2025
Incident date: Jun 10, 2025
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? • the parking brake randomly turns on mid driving especially on the highway. My car will randomly stop driving but the the radio and everything else is on but the car isn’t on if that make sen... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Jun 12, 2025
Incident date: Jun 10, 2025
Vehicle suddenly accelerates when depressing the brakes (lurches).
ENGINE Mar 19, 2025
Incident date: Sep 20, 2022
I have had 2 transmissions within the last year, making this the third Transmission on my vehicle. I had to have another common issue with the car replaced, which is a purge valve. My ABS light goes off often causing difficulty to steer the car and warning lights are activated showing that the safet... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Jan 10, 2025
Incident date: Dec 11, 2024
The DEF heater short circuit and derates the truck. If the government says we have to have this they should cover the cost to fix it.
ENGINE Jan 10, 2025
Incident date: Dec 11, 2024
Engine coolant leak from an issue with a valve that allows coolant to drip on other parts of the vehicle. “Engine Maintenance Required” is displayed on the instrument cluster and causes the A/C to not function normally.
STRUCTURE:BODY Jan 10, 2025
Incident date: Dec 11, 2024
Hyundai Motor America (HMA) denied my engine replacement claim (PA# [XXX]) under their extended warranty program, specifically campaign TXXI. This claim involves my 2016 Hyundai Sonata SE 2.4 , VIN # [XXX] , which exhibits all the symptoms and engine damage outlined in the campaign, yet my request f... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Aug 26, 2024
Incident date: Jul 15, 2024
We bought our Buick Encore in April 2024 and not even a month after we had it the screen went completely blank while I was driving down the road and I couldn’t see my speedometer to see how fast I was going or anything, so I took it to the dealership and they did a system update to supposedly solv... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Aug 26, 2024
Incident date: Jul 15, 2024
Whilst driving on the interstate,the vehicles engine shut off with no warning. Rpm and everything was as normal and the vehicle shut off with no gas power, nothing. Engine and oil lights started flashing heavily, engine started rattling. Upon checking battery all was normal, car started smelling of ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 1, 2024
Incident date: Mar 29, 2024
The contact rented a 2023 Lincoln Navigator. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, the electronic systems became inoperable. The backup camera was inoperable. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact called for Roadside Assistance. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehi... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Feb 13, 2024
Incident date: Dec 18, 2023
Upon use of the vehicle defroster feature in cold weather, my windshield cracked. There was no impact to the windshield. The vehicle cabin is bound by glass and spontaneously cracking glass during normal use of the vehicle is not safe.
POWER TRAIN Mar 24, 2022
Incident date: Jan 13, 2022
I was driving my car home from work and all of a sudden my car starting showing in the dash engine power reduced. My car literally couldn't go anywhere. So I pulled over and shut the car off for a minute started it back up and it was running great and then I happen again a few minutes later. So I to... Read more
ENGINE Mar 24, 2022
Incident date: Jan 13, 2022
I was driving my car home from work and all of a sudden my car starting showing in the dash engine power reduced. My car literally couldn't go anywhere. So I pulled over and shut the car off for a minute started it back up and it was running great and then I happen again a few minutes later. So I to... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Mar 24, 2022
Incident date: Jan 13, 2022
I was driving my car home from work and all of a sudden my car starting showing in the dash engine power reduced. My car literally couldn't go anywhere. So I pulled over and shut the car off for a minute started it back up and it was running great and then I happen again a few minutes later. So I to... Read more
ENGINE Mar 24, 2022
Incident date: Feb 3, 2022
May car loses power when acceleration I don't why but there is something going on
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Mar 24, 2022
Incident date: Feb 3, 2022
May car loses power when acceleration I don't why but there is something going on
POWER TRAIN Mar 24, 2022
Incident date: Feb 3, 2022
May car loses power when acceleration I don't why but there is something going on
POWER TRAIN Oct 1, 2021
Incident date: Aug 26, 2021
The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid. The contact stated while driving at 55 MPH, electrical system, power steering, and battery warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle proceeded to decelerate while the accelerator pedal was depressed. The battery saver warning lig... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Oct 1, 2021
Incident date: Aug 26, 2021
The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid. The contact stated while driving at 55 MPH, electrical system, power steering, and battery warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle proceeded to decelerate while the accelerator pedal was depressed. The battery saver warning lig... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Aug 28, 2021
Incident date: Aug 27, 2021
Car will randomly stall. I see GM recalled 500+ Malibu Hybrids for this problem, but mine is not one of them. This is the worst car I have ever owned.
POWER TRAIN Aug 28, 2021
Incident date: Aug 27, 2021
Car will randomly stall. I see GM recalled 500+ Malibu Hybrids for this problem, but mine is not one of them. This is the worst car I have ever owned.
ENGINE Aug 28, 2021
Incident date: Aug 27, 2021
Car will randomly stall. I see GM recalled 500+ Malibu Hybrids for this problem, but mine is not one of them. This is the worst car I have ever owned.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL Jul 8, 2021
Incident date: Mar 22, 2021
The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would not accelerate above 60 mph, with the accelerator pedal depressed. The contact stated that the engine power reduced warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local d... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Mar 2, 2021
Incident date: Jan 17, 2021
I WAS INVOLVED IN A COLLISON WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE. IMMEDIATLY AFTER THE COLLISION THE BRAKES ON MY VEHICLE FAILED. I HAD TO USE THE CURB AND BUSHES TO STOP MY VEHICLE AFTER TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 300 YARDS FROM THE COLLISION SITE.
Crash 3 injured
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Oct 19, 2020
Incident date: Oct 18, 2020
WHILE DRIVING EVERYTHING IS FINE, AS SOON AS I STOP AND PUT MY CAR IN PARK IT WILL SHOW AN INDICATION TO (PUT THE CAR IN PARK). I CAN LITERALLY SPEND 30 MINUTES JIGGLING THE SHIFTER BACK AND FORTH UNTIL THAT NOTIFICATION GOES AWAY. IF I DON'T MAKE IT GO AWAY, ALL THE LIGHTS STAY ON AND MY CAR WILL B... Read more
POWER TRAIN Oct 19, 2020
Incident date: Oct 18, 2020
WHILE DRIVING EVERYTHING IS FINE, AS SOON AS I STOP AND PUT MY CAR IN PARK IT WILL SHOW AN INDICATION TO (PUT THE CAR IN PARK). I CAN LITERALLY SPEND 30 MINUTES JIGGLING THE SHIFTER BACK AND FORTH UNTIL THAT NOTIFICATION GOES AWAY. IF I DON'T MAKE IT GO AWAY, ALL THE LIGHTS STAY ON AND MY CAR WILL B... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Jul 29, 2020
Incident date: Jul 23, 2020
WITHIN APPROXIMATELY TWO YEARS OF PURCHASING THE CAR I EXPERIENCED SEVERAL OCCASIONS OF INABILITY TO ACCELERATE. I TOOK THE CAR TO THE DEALER BUT IT DID NOT HAPPEN WHILE THEY WERE DRIVING IT SO THEY SENT THE CAR HOME. AROUND A YEAR OR SO LATER I RECEIVED A NOTICE FROM GM OF A RECALL FOR ACCELERATIO... Read more
ENGINE Aug 11, 2019
Incident date: Aug 2, 2019
ON JUNE 30, 2019, I WAS DRIVING MY CHEVROLET MALIBU HYBRID HOME ON THE FREEWAY WHEN SUDDENLY THE ENGINE LOST POWER AND STALLED. THE SERVICE ENGINE SOON LIGHT TURNED ON AND A MESSAGE ON THE DASHBOARD SAID 'SHIFT TO PARK'. I COASTED TO THE NEXT EXIT AND STOPPED ON THE SIDE OF A STREET. I PRESSED THE ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Aug 11, 2019
Incident date: Aug 2, 2019
ON JUNE 30, 2019, I WAS DRIVING MY CHEVROLET MALIBU HYBRID HOME ON THE FREEWAY WHEN SUDDENLY THE ENGINE LOST POWER AND STALLED. THE SERVICE ENGINE SOON LIGHT TURNED ON AND A MESSAGE ON THE DASHBOARD SAID 'SHIFT TO PARK'. I COASTED TO THE NEXT EXIT AND STOPPED ON THE SIDE OF A STREET. I PRESSED THE ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Apr 6, 2019
Incident date: Apr 6, 2019
VEHICLE STALLED ON HIGHWAY WHILE DRIVING AT SPEED ON TWO DIFFERENT OCCASIONS DESPITE SERVICING AFTER THE FIRST INCIDENT. BOTH TIMES, POP UP ALERT SAYS "SHIFT TO PARK" AND THEN "ENGINE HAS REDUCED POWER" AFTER WHICH THE GAS PEDAL NO LONGER WORKS. AFTER PULLING TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, THERE WAS A L... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Apr 6, 2019
Incident date: Apr 6, 2019
VEHICLE STALLED ON HIGHWAY WHILE DRIVING AT SPEED ON TWO DIFFERENT OCCASIONS DESPITE SERVICING AFTER THE FIRST INCIDENT. BOTH TIMES, POP UP ALERT SAYS "SHIFT TO PARK" AND THEN "ENGINE HAS REDUCED POWER" AFTER WHICH THE GAS PEDAL NO LONGER WORKS. AFTER PULLING TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, THERE WAS A L... Read more
ENGINE Apr 6, 2019
Incident date: Apr 6, 2019
VEHICLE STALLED ON HIGHWAY WHILE DRIVING AT SPEED ON TWO DIFFERENT OCCASIONS DESPITE SERVICING AFTER THE FIRST INCIDENT. BOTH TIMES, POP UP ALERT SAYS "SHIFT TO PARK" AND THEN "ENGINE HAS REDUCED POWER" AFTER WHICH THE GAS PEDAL NO LONGER WORKS. AFTER PULLING TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, THERE WAS A L... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Feb 21, 2019
Incident date: Jan 14, 2019
COMING OFF THE HWY MY VEHICLE SLOWED DOWN FROM 55 MPH TO ABOUT 40 MPH FAIRLY FAST THANKFULLY NO ONE WAS BEHIND ME. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON, TRIED PRESSING ON THE PEDALS BUT VEHICLE WAS NOT SPEEDING UP AT ALL. THE TRACTION LIGHT ALSO CAME UP. TOOK IT TO CHEVY DEALER RIGHT AWAY AND THEY SAID IT WAS... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) Feb 21, 2019
Incident date: Jan 14, 2019
COMING OFF THE HWY MY VEHICLE SLOWED DOWN FROM 55 MPH TO ABOUT 40 MPH FAIRLY FAST THANKFULLY NO ONE WAS BEHIND ME. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON, TRIED PRESSING ON THE PEDALS BUT VEHICLE WAS NOT SPEEDING UP AT ALL. THE TRACTION LIGHT ALSO CAME UP. TOOK IT TO CHEVY DEALER RIGHT AWAY AND THEY SAID IT WAS... Read more
ENGINE Jan 3, 2019
Incident date: Jan 19, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 CHEVROLET MALIBU. WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 29-34 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND "REDUCED ENGINE POWER" APPEARED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE CONTACT HAD TO WAIT A FEW MINUTES BEFORE THE VEHICLE WOULD RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO SOUTH BUCKNER CHEVROLET (9301 EARL THORNTON... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL Jan 3, 2019
Incident date: Jan 19, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 CHEVROLET MALIBU. WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 29-34 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND "REDUCED ENGINE POWER" APPEARED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE CONTACT HAD TO WAIT A FEW MINUTES BEFORE THE VEHICLE WOULD RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO SOUTH BUCKNER CHEVROLET (9301 EARL THORNTON... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY Nov 28, 2018
Incident date: Oct 1, 2018
WATER FOUND IN REAR COMPARTMENT AND/OR REAR PASSENGER FLOOR AREA, LEAKING FROM THIRD BRAKE LIGHT AREA AND.OR REAR WINDOW. THE CAUSE OF THE CONDITION MAY BE THAT OVER TIME, THE CENTER HIGH MOUNT STOP LAMP (CHMSL) FASTENERS MAY LOSE TORQUE AND ALLOW WATER TO LEAK INTO THE REAR COMPARTMENT OR FLOO... Read more
POWER TRAIN Aug 17, 2018
Incident date: Aug 12, 2018
5/4/2018 TOOK THE CAR TO SERVICE A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. THEY REPROGRAMED THE HYBRID POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE 2 - PER A FACTORY SERVICE BULLETIN BUT IT DID NOT FIX THE PROBLEM, LIGHT CAME BACK ON. 5/26/2018 - 100 DEGREES. CAR SHUT DOWN WHILE DRIVING STRAIGHT AT 40 MPH ON CITY STREET. RESTARTED ... Read more
ENGINE Aug 17, 2018
Incident date: Aug 12, 2018
5/4/2018 TOOK THE CAR TO SERVICE A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. THEY REPROGRAMED THE HYBRID POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE 2 - PER A FACTORY SERVICE BULLETIN BUT IT DID NOT FIX THE PROBLEM, LIGHT CAME BACK ON. 5/26/2018 - 100 DEGREES. CAR SHUT DOWN WHILE DRIVING STRAIGHT AT 40 MPH ON CITY STREET. RESTARTED ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 16, 2018
Incident date: Apr 15, 2018
DRIVING HOME, TURNED OFF HIGHWAY, CAR STOPPED A FEW FEET ONTO SIDE ROAD--NO BRAKES, STEERING, NOTHING. THE ICON FOR THE CHECK ENGINE CAME ON AND STAYED ON.(MANUAL SAYS IT IS THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP.) TURNED CAR OFF AND TRIED TO RESTART TO PUT CAR IN DRIVE. NO LUCK.; CALLED FOR A TOW. WAITE... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jul 11, 2017
Incident date: Jun 24, 2017
VEHICLE IN MOTION IN LEFT HAND LANE, ON 5 LANE MAIN ROAD DURING RUSH HOUR, TRAFFIC GOING APPROX. 35 MPH. AS I WAS DRIVING THE VEHICLE STALLED, ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND A WARNING MESSAGE SAID THE VEHICLE WAS "SLOWING DOWN" (IT STALLED COMPLETELY). I WAS UNABLE TO DRIFT INTO THE RIGHT LANE AND FORCED ... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Jul 11, 2017
Incident date: Jun 24, 2017
VEHICLE IN MOTION IN LEFT HAND LANE, ON 5 LANE MAIN ROAD DURING RUSH HOUR, TRAFFIC GOING APPROX. 35 MPH. AS I WAS DRIVING THE VEHICLE STALLED, ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND A WARNING MESSAGE SAID THE VEHICLE WAS "SLOWING DOWN" (IT STALLED COMPLETELY). I WAS UNABLE TO DRIFT INTO THE RIGHT LANE AND FORCED ... Read more
ENGINE Jul 11, 2017
Incident date: Jun 24, 2017
VEHICLE IN MOTION IN LEFT HAND LANE, ON 5 LANE MAIN ROAD DURING RUSH HOUR, TRAFFIC GOING APPROX. 35 MPH. AS I WAS DRIVING THE VEHICLE STALLED, ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND A WARNING MESSAGE SAID THE VEHICLE WAS "SLOWING DOWN" (IT STALLED COMPLETELY). I WAS UNABLE TO DRIFT INTO THE RIGHT LANE AND FORCED ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Mar 6, 2017
Incident date: Feb 26, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 CHEVROLET MALIBU HYBRID. WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE RESTARTED INDEPENDENTLY AFTER FIVE SECONDS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE ECM MAY HAVE POSSIBLY FAILED. THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED... Read more
POWER TRAIN Mar 6, 2017
Incident date: Feb 26, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 CHEVROLET MALIBU HYBRID. WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE RESTARTED INDEPENDENTLY AFTER FIVE SECONDS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE ECM MAY HAVE POSSIBLY FAILED. THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED... Read more

EPA Fuel Economy, 2016 CHEVROLET MALIBU HYBRID

Trim / Engine City MPG Highway MPG Combined MPG Fuel Type Annual Fuel Cost
1.8L 4-cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios) (Front-Wheel Drive) 47.0 46.0 46.0 Regular $1,350

CO2 Emissions: 196.0 g/mile (Midsize Cars)

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2016 CHEVROLET MALIBU HYBRID

342 manufacturer communications from 186 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING56
350000 EQUIPMENT49
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL38
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM36
100000 POWER TRAIN23
200000 WHEELS20
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE9
060000 ENGINE (PWS)9
00-03-10-006P Apr 18, 2024
200000 WHEELS
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Tire Radial Force Variation (RFV).
20-NA-132 Apr 10, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.
20-NA-132 Apr 10, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.
17-NA-052 Apr 8, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin updates the position of General Motors on refinishing aluminum wheels. GM has determined that wheel refinishing under warranty will no longer be performed.
17-NA-052 Apr 8, 2024
200000 WHEELS
This bulletin updates the position of General Motors on refinishing aluminum wheels. GM has determined that wheel refinishing under warranty will no longer be performed.
10-08-45-001H Mar 28, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information for electrical ground repairs using new General Motors replacement fasteners with conductive finish.
20-NA-132 Mar 26, 2024
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.
20-NA-132 Mar 26, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.
20-NA-132 Mar 26, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.
20-NA-132 Mar 26, 2024
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.
20-NA-132 Mar 26, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.
23-NA-103 Mar 21, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This service bulletin provides information on submitting quality Photos of Various Vehicle Concerns to the GM Technical Assistance Center (TAC).
16-NA-383 Mar 13, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels shou
07-00-89-037S Mar 11, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information for GM courtesy transportation and roadside assistance programs.
11-00-89-005X Mar 10, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on Dealer Empowerment for Goodwill, Customer Enthusiasm and Policy (U.S. Only).
24-NA-040 Mar 4, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This service bulletin provides information on All hazmat parts being returned to the Warranty Parts Center (WPC) must be shipped using Central Transport. Hazardous materials should never be sent by air transportation to the WPC.
17-NA-073 Mar 1, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
22-NA-074 Feb 22, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
18-NA-180 Feb 16, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Warranty Administration service bulletin provides Lithium-Ion battery Exchange Process and Transaction Submission information.
18-NA-180 Feb 16, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Warranty Administration service bulletin provides Lithium-Ion battery Exchange Process and Transaction Submission information.
16-NA-222 Feb 7, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides information on Engine Concerns that could result from lack of scheduled maintenance, improper service or aftermarket calibrations.
19-NA-044 Feb 7, 2024
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This service bulletin provides information on the cold start control system in DI engines to reduce cold start emissions and improve fuel economy.
19-NA-044 Feb 7, 2024
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
This service bulletin provides information on the cold start control system in DI engines to reduce cold start emissions and improve fuel economy.
16-NA-338 Feb 2, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
This Warranty Admin service bulletin provides guidelines for Dealers Not Required and for Dealers Required to Contact the PQC for engine or transmission assembly replacement and explains the PQC process, GWM Transaction submission, vehicle
16-NA-338 Feb 2, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Warranty Admin service bulletin provides guidelines for Dealers Not Required and for Dealers Required to Contact the PQC for engine or transmission assembly replacement and explains the PQC process, GWM Transaction submission, vehicle
18-NA-180 Feb 1, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Warranty Administration service bulletin provides Lithium-Ion battery Exchange Process and Transaction Submission information.
18-NA-180 Feb 1, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Warranty Administration service bulletin provides Lithium-Ion battery Exchange Process and Transaction Submission information.
PI0281K Jan 18, 2024
160000 STRUCTURE
This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
18-NA-099 Jan 16, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
PI1394B Jan 12, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
PI1394B Jan 12, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
02-08-42-001J Jan 12, 2024
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage.
PI0592I Jan 8, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This preliminary information (PI) provides information om Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes (E4398, E4399, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414, E4423, E4491 or E6961).
18-NA-180 Jan 8, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Warranty Administration Bulletin Provides High Voltage Battery Exchange Process Information.
18-NA-180 Jan 8, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Warranty Administration Bulletin Provides High Voltage Battery Exchange Process Information.
18-NA-180 Dec 31, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Warranty Administration Bulletin Provides High Voltage Battery Exchange Process Information.
18-NA-180 Dec 31, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Warranty Administration Bulletin Provides High Voltage Battery Exchange Process Information.
PIT5962A Dec 15, 2023
110220 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HAND HEATER:WIRING HARNESS
This Preliminary information communicates a GM part number for reflective high temperature heat or insulating tape when repairing wiring harnesses.
PIT5962A Dec 15, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This Preliminary information communicates a GM part number for reflective high temperature heat or insulating tape when repairing wiring harnesses.
23-NA-219 Dec 12, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed Accessories.
23-NA-219 Dec 12, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed Accessories.
20-NA-132 Dec 8, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.
20-NA-132 Dec 8, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.
20-NA-132 Dec 8, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.
03-00-91-001I Nov 6, 2023
010000 STEERING
This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing vibration concerns.
03-00-91-001I Nov 6, 2023
200000 WHEELS
This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing vibration concerns.
03-00-91-001I Nov 6, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing vibration concerns.
03-00-91-001I Nov 6, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing vibration concerns.
03-00-91-001I Nov 6, 2023
020000 SUSPENSION
This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing vibration concerns.
20-NA-159 Oct 30, 2023
200000 WHEELS
This Warranty Administration bulletin is for information on General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program (U.S. Dealers Only).
05-00-89-029F Oct 11, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This service bulletin provides information on General Motors Dealership Critical Equipment Requirements and Recommendations.
17-NA-170 Oct 6, 2023
200000 WHEELS
This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.
01-06-01-011O Oct 6, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.
99-00-89-019Y Oct 3, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on the Global Warranty Management (GWM) Warranty Parts Center (WPC) Parts Return Program.
20-NA-159 Sep 28, 2023
200000 WHEELS
This Warranty Administration bulletin is for information on General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program (U.S. Dealers Only).
20-NA-159 Sep 28, 2023
190000 TIRES
This Warranty Administration bulletin is for information on General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program (U.S. Dealers Only).
10-00-89-006J Sep 26, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).
02-00-89-002W Sep 26, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. and Canada Dealers Only).
07-08-49-020R Sep 21, 2023
117100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER
This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.
07-08-49-020R Sep 21, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.
07-08-49-020R Sep 21, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This informational bulletin provides information for the IPC odometer programming method quick reference guide.
23-NA-154 Sep 21, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information on Warranty Administration a?? Required Operating Procedures - 8 Points (U.S. Only).
17-NA-157 Sep 8, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin explains the difference in oil filters for gas engines with new oil pump control systems and the possibilities of what may happen using the incorrect filter.
23-NA-154 Sep 5, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This bulletin provides information on Warranty Administration a?? Required Operating Procedures - 8 Points (U.S. Only).
18-NA-306 Sep 1, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Warranty Administration service bulletin provides information for dealers/Service advisors on when and how to submit a Pre-Repair Authorization (PRA).
23-NA-153 Sep 1, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the customer that it is normal for the delay.
23-NA-153 Sep 1, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the customer that it is normal for the delay.
18-NA-073 Aug 24, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides graphics, information and guidelines for engine component wear to assist service personnel as a guideline to perform necessary engine repairs and prevent unnecessary engine replacement.
18-NA-306 Aug 18, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Warranty Administration service bulletin provides information for dealers/Service advisors on when and how to submit a Pre-Repair Authorization (PRA).
09-00-89-016H Aug 15, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on the proper use of the labor operation 0600014.
23-NA-141 Aug 10, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This informational bulletin advised the technician that the engine and related parts will be debited if found that the tech didn't properly prepare the engine block from dirt and debris in bolt holes or if found that the block was damaged b
16-NA-222 Aug 10, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information on Engine Concerns that could result from lack of scheduled maintenance, improper service or aftermarket calibrations.
16-NA-222 Aug 10, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides information on Engine Concerns that could result from lack of scheduled maintenance, improper service or aftermarket calibrations.
15-00-89-004F Aug 7, 2023
010000 STEERING
This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
15-00-89-004F Aug 7, 2023
020000 SUSPENSION
This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
15-00-89-004F Aug 7, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
15-00-89-004F Aug 7, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
01-00-89-010R Aug 1, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This service bulletin provides information on a guide to help reduce repeat visits for the same customer concern.
04-06-04-051H Aug 1, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
04-06-04-051H Aug 1, 2023
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
09-06-04-026X Jul 31, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides information on identifying Non-GM Engine Calibrations for Gasoline Engines using the Tech 2 or GDS 2.
09-06-04-026X Jul 31, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information on identifying Non-GM Engine Calibrations for Gasoline Engines using the Tech 2 or GDS 2.
17-NA-066 Jul 21, 2023
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
This service bulletin provides information for automatic transmission Oil Cooler Flush and flow test.
17-NA-066 Jul 21, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
This service bulletin provides information for automatic transmission Oil Cooler Flush and flow test.
18-NA-069 Jul 20, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides a service procedure to correct conditions of Poor Engine Performance in Extremely cold weather conditions, CAC Icing, MIL Illuminated with DTCs set.
18-NA-069 Jul 20, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This service bulletin provides a service procedure to correct conditions of Poor Engine Performance in Extremely cold weather conditions, CAC Icing, MIL Illuminated with DTCs set.
99-09-40-005I Jul 17, 2023
150000 SEAT BELTS
This service bulletin provides information on availability for a seat belt extender.
21-NA-026 Jul 17, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on accessory all-weather floor liners and flat mats warped or misshapen.
01-06-01-011N Jun 30, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.
99-08-51-001F Jun 30, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
This service bulletin provides information on Paintless Dent Repair Process.
17-NA-066 Jun 29, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
This service bulletin provides information for automatic transmission Oil Cooler Flush and flow test.
13-08-116-001I Jun 29, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The intent of this service bulletin is to identify aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices as potential sources for causing multiple customer concerns that do not have other diagnostic methods to identify them.
16-NA-158 Jun 14, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This service bulletin describes the U.S. Dealer Special Tool Loan Program process.
23-NA-103 Jun 8, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This service bulletin provides information on submitting quality Photos of Various Vehicle Concerns to the GM Technical Assistance Center (TAC).
04-07-30-013E Jun 7, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on automatic transmission shift and engine driveability concerns and/or MIL ON due to aftermarket oil bath air filter use.
04-07-30-013E Jun 7, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on automatic transmission shift and engine driveability concerns and/or MIL ON due to aftermarket oil bath air filter use.
02-00-89-002V Jun 1, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. Dealers Only).
08-07-30-026H May 30, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
This service bulletin provides information on some vehicles that may rock or move slightly forward or rearward while in Park at start up after cold soak. This condition may be accompanied by a clunk noise. This is a slight movement that is
12-03-10-001E May 22, 2023
200000 WHEELS
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Vibration Shortly After Tires are Mounted/Preventing Vibration from Wheel Slip (Tire Sliding on Wheel).
01-08-42-001P May 3, 2023
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This service bulletin provides information on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leak Information and Replacement Guidelines.

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CHEVROLET MALIBU HYBRID - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the CHEVROLET MALIBU HYBRID across all model years (2016, 2016).

1 Total Recalls
150 Total Complaints
0 Investigations
7 Reported Crashes
0 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

CHEVROLET MALIBU HYBRID - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2019 0 4 View
2018 0 22 View
2017 0 31 View
2016 (current) 1 46
2010 0 2 View
2009 0 36 View
2008 0 9 View

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