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2023 Chevrolet Malibu driver assistance problems

23 complaints (32% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 66,111.

owner complaints
23
of this car's complaints
32%
typical mileage
66,111
crashes
0
recalls
1

Which part fails

  • Warnings
    3
  • Blind spot detection
    2
  • Assist
    2
  • Rearview system braking
    1
  • Automatic emergency braking
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Chevrolet Malibu driver assistance problems in other years

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Related recalls

Back over prevention: sensing system: cameraReported April 2, 2026 · 276,879 vehicles affected
What is wrong
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The rearview camera screen may display a distorted or blank image.
Risk
A rearview image that does not display correctly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
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 on April 2, 2026.

Recall number 26V212000 · Recall details

What 2023 Chevrolet Malibu owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Sep 16, 2026 · Driver assistance, Suspension · CA

I was inquiring about the front suspension and frame work is there a recall. My car is unstable in the front like frame is unbalanced

Filed Aug 25, 2026 · Driver assistance · KY

camera blurred when backing up been having a recall no remedy or paper sent out for it yet

Filed Aug 20, 2026 · Driver assistance · 45,000 miles · KS

The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera displayed a blue or black image. The vehicle was taken to be diagnosed, and it was determined that the rear-view camera needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was informed that parts were ordered for the repair. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken back to the dealer three times; however, the parts were still unavailable. In addition, the contact stated that the dealer had been waiting for the delivery of the parts for more than three months. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 26V212000 (Back Over Prevention). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 45,000.

Filed Aug 18, 2026 · Driver assistance · 88,000 miles · IN

The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while the vehicle was in reverse(R), the rear-view camera displayed a blank screen. The contact associated the failure with the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 26V212000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 88,000.

Filed Aug 5, 2026 · Driver assistance · IN

The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 26V212000 (Back Over Prevention). The contact was unable to list the vehicle on a rental site due to the open recall. An unknown local dealer was contacted and confirmed that the recall remedy was not yet available. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer had not been notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

Filed Jul 24, 2026 · Driver assistance · 70,233 miles · MD

The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that the rear-view camera became inoperable, and the camera image was blank. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 26V212000 (Back Over Prevention). The local dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and confirmed that the part was not yet available and there was no estimated timeframe for parts to be available. The failure mileage was approximately 70,233.

Filed Jul 23, 2026 · Driver assistance · CA

The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 26V212000 (Back Over Protection); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

Filed Jul 20, 2026 · Driver assistance · 71,510 miles · MS

The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the rear-view camera displayed a blank screen. Additionally, the system vision failure warning light was illuminated. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 26V212000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair wa unavailable. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 71,510.

Filed Jul 9, 2026 · Driver assistance · 81,000 miles · LA

The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera intermittently flickered and later displayed a blank image. The message "Service Vision System" was displayed. The contact later received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 26V212000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer and a second dealer, Chevyland (7500 Youree Dr, Shreveport, LA 71105), were made aware of the failure but confirmed that parts were not yet available. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 81,000.

Filed Jun 30, 2026 · Driver assistance · 66,000 miles · VA

The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera malfunctioned and displayed a black screen with the message "Backup Camera Unavailable" displayed. The contact stated that the failure created a hazard while reversing. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure. The contact was informed that the VIN was included in the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 26V212000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The failure mileage was 66,000.

Questions about the 2023 Chevrolet Malibu driver assistance

Does the 2023 Chevrolet Malibu have driver assistance problems?

Owners have filed 23 complaints about the driver assistance of the 2023 Chevrolet Malibu, 32% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.

At what mileage do 2023 Chevrolet Malibu driver assistance problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 66,111 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2023 Chevrolet Malibu driver assistance?

Yes, 1 recall: 26V212000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Chevrolet Malibu have the most driver assistance problems?

The Chevrolet Malibu model years with the most driver assistance complaints are 2009 (264 complaints), 2010 (244 complaints) and 2011 (183 complaints).

Other 2023 Chevrolet Malibu problems

Engine 18Electrical 12Airbags 8Fuel system 8Transmission 8Steering 5Visibility 5Brakes 4Acceleration 2Body 2Tires 2Wheels 2Lights 1Suspension 1

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