2024 Chevrolet Malibu Recalls, Problems & MPG
NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls and 43 owner complaints for the 2024 Chevrolet Malibu. The EPA rates it 31 MPG combined.
- Recalls
- 2
- Owner complaints
- 43
- Crashes / fires reported
- 3 / 0
- EPA combined
- 31 MPG
2024 Chevrolet Malibu recalls
Back Over PreventionApr 2, 2026 · NHTSA 26V212000+
Risk: A rearview image that does not display correctly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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 NHTSA.gov on April 2, 2026.
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The rearview camera screen may display a distorted or blank image.
EquipmentAug 1, 2024 · NHTSA 24V575000+
Risk: The wrong owner's manual may contain inaccurate information about vehicle functions and other safety relevant information, which could lead to improper operation of the vehicle and increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Dealers will provide owners with the correct manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 26, 2024. Owners may contact Cadillac's customer service at 1-800-458-8006 and Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N242454040.
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Cadillac XT4 and Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The vehicles may have the wrong owner's manual in the glove box. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.
Most reported 2024 Chevrolet Malibu problems
Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.
- Electrical System18
- Back Over Prevention10
- Unknown or Other9
- Power Train6
- Service Brakes4
- Engine3
- Forward Collision Avoidance3
- Visibility/Wiper2
2024 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) | 28 | 36 | 31 | $2,050 |
Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.
Questions
Does the 2024 Chevrolet Malibu have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2024 Chevrolet Malibu, most recently for the back over prevention (Apr 2, 2026). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2024 Chevrolet Malibu problems?
Owners filed 43 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are electrical system (18), back over prevention (10), unknown or other (9).
What gas mileage does the 2024 Chevrolet Malibu get?
The EPA rates the 2024 Chevrolet Malibu at 31 MPG combined (best version: 28 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.