2022 Chevrolet Malibu recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2022 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns: 1
Park-it warnings: 0
Complaints: 98
Latest campaign: Dec 14, 2022

Recall summary by component1

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

Component	Campaigns	Latest	Campaign IDs
Structure	1	Dec 14, 2022	22V923000

Safety recalls1

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

0Park-it warnings

0Fixable over the air

Dec 14, 2022Latest campaign


Dec 14, 202222V923000	Structure: frame and members An improperly welded front impact bar may result in the front crash sensors not performing correctly, increasing the risk of injury in a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 22V923000 What's wrong 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. Risk An improperly welded front impact bar may result in the front crash sensors not performing correctly, increasing the risk of injury in a crash. Remedy Dealers will inspect the right-hand and left-hand side of the vehicle's motor rail for an incomplete weld. If the condition is found, the vehicle will be repurchased by GM. Owner notification letters were mailed January 20, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. Campaign NHTSA 22V923000 · Dec 14, 2022

Dec 14, 202222V923000

Structure: frame and members

An improperly welded front impact bar may result in the front crash sensors not performing correctly, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 22V923000

What's wrong: 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.
Risk: An improperly welded front impact bar may result in the front crash sensors not performing correctly, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the right-hand and left-hand side of the vehicle's motor rail for an incomplete weld. If the condition is found, the vehicle will be repurchased by GM. Owner notification letters were mailed January 20, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020.
Campaign: NHTSA 22V923000 · Dec 14, 2022

To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Chevrolet recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

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Owner complaints by component98

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h

98Complaints filed

4Involving a crash

0Involving a fire

1Injuries reported

Component	Complaints	%	Crashes	Injuries
Electrical system	33	34	1	0
Unknown or other	29	30	1	1
Engine	29	30	0	0
Power train	23	23	2	0
Engine and engine cooling	10	10	0	0
Fuel/propulsion system	8	8	0	0
Service brakes	6	6	0	0
Vehicle speed control	4	4	0	0
Air bags	4	4	2	0
Structure	2	2	0	0
Fuel system	2	2	0	0
Gasoline	2	2	0	0
Wheels	2	2	0	0
Steering	2	2	0	0
Exterior lighting	2	2	0	0

5 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

Electrical system
“My Malibu has numerous electrical problems. Often involving the start stop feature. The door locks have locked and unlocked themselves The engine and battery warning light will come on but we don't know why.”
Filed 09/28/2026 · ODI 11767394
Seats
“The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, while adjusting the front driver's seat, the seat adjuster failed to operate as intended.”
Filed 09/21/2026 · ODI 11765770
Fuel/propulsion system
“Driving along the highway the CEL light came on followed by reduced engine power warning. Vehicle abruptly slowed down to 35mph (limp mode).”
Filed 09/03/2026 · ODI 11761826

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2022 Chevrolet Malibu recall questions

How many recalls does the 2022 Chevrolet Malibu have?

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign for the 2022 Chevrolet Malibu. The most recent, 22V923000 (reported December 14, 2022), concerns structure. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What is the most common complaint about the 2022 Chevrolet Malibu?

Electrical system is the most-reported component, named in 33 complaints out of 98 filed with NHTSA (34%). Across all complaints, owners reported 4 crashs and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2022 Chevrolet Malibu?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Chevrolet recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Chevrolet dealer.

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