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2024 Chevrolet

Malibu

Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.5 L, Turbo

Chevrolet Malibu: best and worst years
2024 Chevrolet Malibu (photo 1 of 2)

Closest available photo (2025 model year); you're viewing the 2024.

2025 photoArildVCC BY-SA 4.0via Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Drivetrain
Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Transmission
Automatic (variable gear ratios)EPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026

Engine & performance

HP
163
Power to weight
0.052 hp/lb
Axle ratio
5.10

Efficiency

Smog score
7/10
Real-world MPG
36 mpg, reported by 1 driverabout 5 mpg above the EPA combined estimate
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

GVWR class
Class 1B (3,001 to 4,000 lb)NHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026

Safety NHTSA record NHTSA, model year

Overall crash rating
★★★★★
Rollover rating
★★★★★
Stability control (ESC)
Standard
Recalls
2
Owner complaints
42 See on NHTSA
Reported injuries
1

Feature availability

Cameras & visibility

  • Backup camera
    Standard

Driver assist

  • Automatic emergency braking
    Standard
  • Blind-spot monitor
    Optional
  • Lane-keeping assist
    Standard

Convenience

  • Push-button start
    Standard

Reported problems NHTSA record NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM29%
  • BACK OVER PREVENTION16%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER14%
  • POWER TRAIN10%
  • ENGINE5%
  • FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE5%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 63 total.

Chevrolet Malibu: best and worst years

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

249 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • Jun 8, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIP6033B

    This Preliminary information communicates to technicians to remove the pulley assembly and inspect the drive chain and pulley surfaces.

  • Jun 5, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIP6031E

    This PI addresses leaks from the case half and provides repair direction to dealer technicians

  • Jun 3, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIT6503A

    This preliminary information is to inform technicians that GM is placing the B174W Front View Camera Module (ACP2) on part restriction due to elevated replacement rates and ongoing engineering investigation. Technicians must not replace the front camera module unless they have: 1.Completed the diagnostic procedure in this PI, and 2.Contacted TAC and received authorization, including the SI document number and specific step that directs camera replacement.

  • Jun 3, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIP6032C

    PIP6032B provides diagnostic direction for dealers when encountering transmission leaks

  • May 27, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIT6519

    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 this PI will be converted to a bulletin when a repair is available.

  • May 14, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIC6540J

    This Preliminary information communicates to dealers a procedure to reset the radio.

  • May 11, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIC6626A

    PI created to guide technicians through radio restriction process

  • May 11, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIC6551B

    This Preliminary information communicates to dealer to perform a MEC reset for wireless projection issues

  • and 241 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
3 yr / 36k mi
Powertrain
5 yr / 60k mi
Roadside assistance
5 yr / 60k mi
Maintenance
1 yr / 12k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Source: www.gmfleet.com as of 2026-06

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.