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2013 CHEVROLET MALIBU Safety Overview

The 2013 CHEVROLET MALIBU has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 9 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Suspension:rear
  • Electrical system:ignition
  • Power train:automatic transmission:gear position indication (prndl)

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as a rear toe link fracture may reduce the driver's ability to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for CHEVROLET MALIBU owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2013 CHEVROLET MALIBU 21V633000

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013 Buick Regal, Chevrolet Malibu, and Buick Lacro...

A rear toe link fracture may reduce the driver's ability to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 21V633000: A rear toe link fracture may reduce the driver's ability to control the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 8/12/2021
2013 CHEVROLET MALIBU 20V764000

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Buick Regal, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu, and 2...

A rear toe link fracture may reduce the driver's ability to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 20V764000: A rear toe link fracture may reduce the driver's ability to control the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 12/21/2020
2013 CHEVROLET MALIBU 16V502000

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Buick Verano and 2016 Chevrolet...

If the key is removed without the transmission in PARK, the vehicle may rollaway as occupants are exiting, increasing the risk of injury.

NHTSA Recall 16V502000: If the key is removed without the transmission in PARK, the vehicle may... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 7/5/2016
2013 CHEVROLET MALIBU 15V245000

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactur...

If the console shift indicator does not illuminate the transmission gear selection, a driver could inadvertently select a transmission position other than the position the driver intended, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 15V245000: If the console shift indicator does not illuminate the transmission gear... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 4/24/2015
2013 CHEVROLET MALIBU 15V164000

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles Octob...

The Slide or Tilt roof panel switch may inadvertently be pressed and the roof panel may auto-close unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a pinch injury.

NHTSA Recall 15V164000: The Slide or Tilt roof panel switch may inadvertently be pressed and the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 3/23/2015
2013 CHEVROLET MALIBU 13V566000

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactur...

If the harness is chaffed enough to expose the wires, a short circuit could occur, resulting unintended movement of the seat, the seat to become inoperative, sparking under the seat, flickering lights, smoke, or possibly a fire.

NHTSA Recall 13V566000: If the harness is chaffed enough to expose the wires, a short circuit could... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 11/13/2013
2013 CHEVROLET MALIBU 13V024000

General Motors is recalling certain model year 2013 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles, manufactured Decem...

Sudden changes in vehicle handling may increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 13V024000: Sudden changes in vehicle handling may increase the risk of a crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 1/23/2013
2013 CHEVROLET MALIBU 12V484000

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Buick Regal and model year 2013...

If the driver is not aware that a turn signal is not functioning properly, the driver may continue to drive the vehicle. If half of a front turn signal is not illuminating, other driver's may not be aware that the affected vehicle is turning, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 12V484000: If the driver is not aware that a turn signal is not functioning properly... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 10/4/2012
2013 CHEVROLET MALIBU 12V224000

GENERAL MOTORS (GM) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2013 CHEVROLET MALIBU VEHICLES MANUFACTURED F...

IF THIS OCCURS DURING AN AGGRESSIVE TURNING MANEUVER, AND THEN AFTERWARDS A POTENTIAL VEHICLE ROLLOVER EVENT IS SENSED, THE ROOF RAIL AIRBAG MAY UNINTENTIONALLY DEPLOY. ADDITIONALLY, THE AIR BAGS AND/OR SEATBELT PRETENSIONERS MAY NOT DEPLOY DURING A SEVERE CRASH, INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.

NHTSA Recall 12V224000: IF THIS OCCURS DURING AN AGGRESSIVE TURNING MANEUVER, AND THEN AFTERWARDS A... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/18/2012

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.