2000 Chevrolet Malibu vs 2000 Dodge Stratus
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 | 2000 Chevrolet Malibu | 2000 Dodge Stratus |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 922 | 216 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 333 | 50 |
| Investigations | 7 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 45 | 16 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 64 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–23 | 19–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 70,000 mi | 89,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Malibu | Dodge Stratus |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 228 | 27 |
| Exterior Lighting | 241 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 199 | 30 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 174 | 23 |
| Steering | 45 | 66 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 56 | 19 |
| Power Train | 26 | 21 |
| Suspension | 33 | 12 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 80 | 11 |
| Vibration / shaking | 62 | 0 |
| Overheating | 33 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 30 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 29 | 5 |
| Check engine light | 15 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 15 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 10 | 0 |
2000 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.