2020 Chevrolet Malibu Recalls, Problems & MPG
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall and 199 owner complaints for the 2020 Chevrolet Malibu. The EPA rates it 26 to 32 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
- Recalls
- 1
- Owner complaints
- 199
- Crashes / fires reported
- 10 / 0
- EPA combined
- 26–32 MPG
2020 Chevrolet Malibu recalls
Seat BeltsAug 20, 2021 · NHTSA 21V649000+
Risk: An improperly secured seat belt retractor may not function properly in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and tighten the rear seat belt retractors, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 17, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212333380.
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2021 Chevrolet Malibu and 2019-2021 Cadillac XT4 vehicles. The rear seat belt retractors may be improperly secured with loose or missing fasteners.
Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.
Most reported 2020 Chevrolet Malibu problems
Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.
- Engine59
- Power Train58
- Electrical System57
- Service Brakes49
- Unknown or Other45
- Vehicle Speed Control18
- Steering16
- Fuel/Propulsion System14
2020 Chevrolet Malibu gas mileage
EPA ratings for each version (city / highway / combined).
| Version | Engine | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malibu | 1.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 29 | 36 | 32 | $2,000 |
| Malibu | 2.0 L 4 cyl, Automatic 9-spd | 22 | 32 | 26 | $3,050 |
Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.
Questions
Does the 2020 Chevrolet Malibu have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2020 Chevrolet Malibu, most recently for the seat belts (Aug 20, 2021). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2020 Chevrolet Malibu problems?
Owners filed 199 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are engine (59), power train (58), electrical system (57).
What gas mileage does the 2020 Chevrolet Malibu get?
The EPA rates the 2020 Chevrolet Malibu at 26 to 32 MPG combined (best version: 29 city / 36 highway).
Sources: NHTSA recalls and owner complaints (api.nhtsa.gov), EPA fuel economy (fueleconomy.gov). Updated Oct 26, 2026. Complaint counts are unverified owner reports.