The 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is a Sedan. Expert analysis gives it a score of 7.0/10. Pros: Suited to heavy traffic and local heat thanks to an efficient air conditioner; Good ride comfort relative to similar vehicles locally; Relatively powerful engines with reasonable fuel consumption (1.5T/2.0T). Common concerns: Expensive maintenance locally, especially for uncommon faults; Service not always available or reliable at local garages; Relatively poor acoustic insulation from engine and tire noise. Chevrolet Malibu owners locally report that the car suits dense, hot urban driving conditions well, with a powerful air conditioner that handles the heavy heat, though some note that maintenance is relatively expensive compared to other vehicles in the category. local drivers point out that local car service is sometimes inadequate, especially for spare parts or uncommon faults, leading to unexpected costs. There are 23 NHTSA recalls associated with this model.
8 NHTSA recalls for Chevrolet Malibu 2013
Rear โ General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Buick Lacrosse, 2012-2013 Buick Regal, and 2013 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles sold or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, or Wisconsin. These vehicles may have rear toe links that received an improper amount of electrocoating (e-coat) corrosion protection, which could cause the e-coat to become brittle and break away when contacted by road debris. Over time, the e-coat may chip away, exposing the metal toe link and making it more susceptible to corrosion. Corrosion may eventually cause the toe link to thin and ultimately fracture.
Rear โ General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013 Buick Regal, Chevrolet Malibu, and Buick Lacrosse vehicles sold or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, or Wisconsin. These vehicles may have rear toe links that received excessive electrocoating (e-coat) corrosion protection, which could cause the e-coat to become brittle and break away when contacted by road debris. Over time, the e-coat may chip away, exposing the metal toe link and making it more susceptible to corrosion. Corrosion may eventually cause the toe link to thin and ultimately fracture.
Rear โ General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Buick Regal, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu, and 2010-2013 Buick Lacrosse vehicles sold or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, or Wisconsin. These vehicles may have rear toe links that received excessive electrocoating (e-coat) corrosion protection, which could cause the e-coat to become brittle and break away when contacted by road debris. Over time, the e-coat may chip away, exposing the metal toe link and making it more susceptible to corrosion. Corrosion may eventually cause the toe link to thin and ultimately to fracture.
Gear Position Indication (Prndl) โ General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured April 10, 2012, to August 2, 2012. In the affected vehicles, the console transmission gear selection indicator may not illuminate the shift position selected. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 102, "Transmission Shift Position Sequence, Starter Interlock, and Transmission Braking Effect."
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๐Owner Reviews7.0/10
Chevrolet Malibu owners locally report that the car suits dense, hot urban driving conditions well, with a powerful air conditioner that handles the heavy heat, though some note that maintenance is relatively expensive compared to other vehicles in the category. local drivers point out that local car service is sometimes inadequate, especially for spare parts or uncommon faults, leading to unexpected costs.
๐Global Reviews7.0/10
The Chevrolet Malibu is a reliable family sedan with a clean design and a decent cabin, suitable for families looking for a comfortable and practical car for urban and inter-city driving. The relatively powerful engines (mainly 1.5T and 2.0T) deliver good performance at reasonable fuel consumption, though the acoustic insulation is somewhat disappointing for engine and tire noise. Owners report high long-term reliability with few serious faults, mainly in the electronics and air conditioning.
Pros
โSuited to heavy traffic and local heat thanks to an efficient air conditioner
โGood ride comfort relative to similar vehicles locally
โRelatively powerful engines with reasonable fuel consumption (1.5T/2.0T)
โModern design and comfortable cabin for families
Cons
โExpensive maintenance locally, especially for uncommon faults
โService not always available or reliable at local garages
โRelatively poor acoustic insulation from engine and tire noise
โAir conditioner not always effective in hot weather
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Rear โ General Motors is recalling certain model year 2013 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles, manufactured December 6, 2011, through January 15, 2013. One or more rear suspension bolts may not have been tightened to the specified torque. This may lead to sudden changes in vehicle handling.
Wiring โ General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured October 25, 2011, through June 29, 2012 and equipped with the 8-way power adjustable front seat feature. The wiring harness for the power seat may contact the seat frame which may chafe the harness.
Software โ GENERAL MOTORS (GM) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2013 CHEVROLET MALIBU VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 24, 2011, THROUGH MARCH 31, 2012. AFTER AN EVENT OF HARD BRAKING, THE SENSING AND DIAGNOSTIC MODULE (SDM) MAY RESET ITSELF.
Turn Signal โ General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Buick Regal and model year 2013 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with two turn signal bulbs in each front turn signal. If one of the two front turn signal bulbs burn out in either front turn signal lamp, there is no indication to the driver. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."