1998 Audi A6 vs 1998 Chevrolet Malibu
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1998 Audi A6 | 1998 Chevrolet Malibu |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 130 | 976 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 80 | 115 |
| Investigations | 6 | 6 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 34 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19 | 21–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 79,000 mi | 80,731 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi A6 | Chevrolet Malibu |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 17 | 347 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 6 | 144 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 130 |
| Suspension | 11 | 108 |
| Steering | 13 | 74 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 79 |
| Visibility | 5 | 63 |
| Tires | 3 | 58 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 87 |
| Stalling | 0 | 37 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 22 |
| Overheating | 0 | 21 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 15 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 15 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 14 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 8 |
1998 Audi A6
1998 Chevrolet Malibu
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.