Chevrolet Malibu Maxx years to avoid
No model year of the Chevrolet Malibu Maxx stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.
Best Chevrolet Malibu Maxx years
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Chevrolet Malibu Maxx complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Chevrolet Malibu Maxx problems
All model years combined.
- Steering653
- Seats141
- Electrical112
- Lights102
- Brakes63
- Airbags43
- Transmission41
- Fuel system36
- Engine29
- Driver assistance25
- Acceleration20
- Suspension18
Most reported problems on the Chevrolet Malibu Maxx
Power steering loss 209Loss of power 76Steering lock-up 69Headlights 49Harsh shifting 43Steering noise 38Check engine light 34Jerking 28
Chevrolet Malibu Maxx problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 93 | 44 | Airbags | 75,000 | 3 | 0 | |
| 2006 | 77 | 270 | Steering | 82,956 | 4 | 12 | |
| 2005 | 74 | 326 | Steering | 85,000 | 3 | 13 | |
| 2004 | 62 | 434 | Steering | 74,000 | 3 | 26 |
Recalls 4
Questions about the Chevrolet Malibu Maxx
What years of the Chevrolet Malibu Maxx should you avoid?
No single model year of the Chevrolet Malibu Maxx has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.
What is the best year for a used Chevrolet Malibu Maxx?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the Chevrolet Malibu Maxx?
Steering, with 653 complaints across all years, followed by seats (141) and electrical (112).
How many recalls does the Chevrolet Malibu Maxx have?
4 recalls between 2004 and 2007. The 2006 model year has the most, with 4.
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