2018 Chevrolet Malibu: backup camera failure

5 of the 701 complaints about the 2018 Chevrolet Malibu describe backup camera failure.

owner complaints: 5
of this car's complaints: 1%
recalls: 0

Is there a fix? 169 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below

Backup camera failure by model year

2025
6
2024
19
2023
17
2020
1
2018
5
2017
2
2016
6
2015
4
2014
1
2013
5

What owners say

Filed Apr 20, 2026 · Driver assistance, Fuel system · 130,000 miles · GA

The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, a fuel odor was detected, and the vehicle failed to accelerate above 30 MPH. The check engine warning light was illuminated. Additionally, the rearview camera intermittently failed to display while reversing, and the vehicle made an abnormal clicking sound. Upon inspection, the contact discovered a fuel leak beneath the engine. The vehicle was towed to the residence, where an independent mechanic determined that the fuel line needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to file a complaint with the federal safety agency Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.

Filed Mar 7, 2026 · Body, Electrical · TX

The rear camera comes “loose” and does not register all the time. It seems to be a simple electric issue; possibly an electrical short. I believe it can be easily “fixed” (temporarily) by opening the trunk and running fingers over the camera, it should not happen. I purchased my Malibu new and seldomly drive, approximately 25k miles. I maintain proper maintenance and ensure cleanliness to avoid dust or particles inside the camera or electric components. This should not happen. The wiring should not become loose nor cause the camera to turn off. Chevy dealerships do not acknowledge the issue and expect the car owners to repair the entire electrical system. Definitely should be a recall item!

Filed Nov 6, 2025 · Engine · TX

The back up camera cuts out while backing up. The lines vanish and leave only the picture. The check engine light comes on with the throttle body being the culprit.

Filed Oct 14, 2025 · Driver assistance, Electrical · GA

The backup camera for this vehicle is starting to fail and the view is blurry. Additionally, it seems that this also is affecting the rear traffic alert as I almost crashed into someone at a parking lot when trying to back out of a space. I will soon have no rear camera or cross traffic alerts.

Filed Jul 29, 2023 · Driver assistance, Visibility · NJ

Back up camera display screen on the dashboard repeatedly fails to display a visual view of the vehicle when the vehicle is placed in reverse. The dashboard display screen only shows a solid blue image 90% of the time. (Image attached)