2019 Chevrolet Malibu: recalls and problems
1 recall and 193 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is power train.
Most common problems
What owners report
The contact owns a 2019 chevrolet malibu. the contact stated that after purchasing the vehicle, the following morning while waiting at the school drop-off line with her foot on the brake pedal, there was an abnormal boom, and several warning lights illuminated and flashed on the instrument panel. the occupants inside the vehicle assumed that the vehicle was struck from behind. the vehicle attempted to surge and revve
Due to the vacuum pump failing during driving, metal shards broke inside of the car and went into the engine destroying it completely. now i need a whole new engine
I understand that the vehicle is outside of its original warranty period. however, i do not believe that the expiration of the warranty should automatically make me responsible for a component failure that occurred at only approximately 39,000 miles. the pcv valve and orifice are not routine maintenance items that i would reasonably expect to require replacement at such low mileage. unlike tires, brake pads, batterie
Acceleration issues. started once put in drive didnt want to accelerate, acceleration issues now at higher speeds while driving
Crash-test ratings
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Chevrolet Malibu 4 DR FWD |
Source: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP APIs, covering MALIBU, MALIBU HYBRID. Last refreshed 2026-09-29.