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2022 Chevrolet Malibu
Official EPA fuel economy and NHTSA recall record, best combined figure 32 MPG.
Safety rating (NHTSA 5-Star)
Official crash-test ratings for the 2022 Chevrolet Malibu 4 DR FWD.
Fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Highway | Combined | CO2 g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl | Automatic 9-spd | Premium | 22 | 33 | 26 | 342 |
| 1.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 29 | 36 | 32 | 275 |
Safety recalls (NHTSA)
1 campaign on record for this model year. Recall repairs are free at dealers; check your exact vehicle by VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls.
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The front impact bar, a structural portion of the vehicle frame, may not be properly welded to the front frame rail.
Owner complaints (NHTSA)
161 complaints filed by owners for this model year (6 involving a crash, 0 a fire). Complaints are owner reports, not confirmed defects - browse them in full on nhtsa.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fuel economy of a 2022 Chevrolet Malibu?
EPA figures for the 2022 Chevrolet Malibu reach 32 MPG combined depending on configuration; the table on this page lists every tested engine and transmission combination.
Are there recalls on the 2022 Chevrolet Malibu?
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign for the 2022 Chevrolet Malibu. Check your specific vehicle by VIN on the official NHTSA site, recalls are fixed free of charge by dealers.
What are common problems with the 2022 Chevrolet Malibu?
Owners have filed 161 complaints with NHTSA for the 2022 Chevrolet Malibu, most often about: Electrical System, Engine, Unknown Or Other. Complaint counts reflect what owners report, not confirmed defects.
What is the safety rating of the 2022 Chevrolet Malibu?
NHTSA gave the 2022 Chevrolet Malibu (2022 Chevrolet Malibu 4 DR FWD) an overall 4-star rating in the official 5-Star Safety Ratings program.
Sources: EPA fueleconomy.gov, the NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings databases (all US public data), refreshed monthly. Recall texts are quoted from the official record. Details on About & Data Sources.