2004 Chevrolet Malibu vs 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
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 | 2004 Chevrolet Malibu | 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,147 | 230 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 629 | 479 |
| Investigations | 4 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 47 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 11 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23–25 | 20–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 80,000 mi | 54,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Malibu | Chevrolet Monte Carlo |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 798 | 16 |
| Electrical System | 151 | 151 |
| Exterior Lighting | 84 | 12 |
| Seats | 69 | 5 |
| Power Train | 64 | 3 |
| Engine | 17 | 23 |
| Suspension | 31 | 5 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 28 | 8 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Steering problems | 184 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 82 | 0 |
| Stalling | 51 | 16 |
| Check engine light | 46 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 46 | 5 |
| Vibration / shaking | 38 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 13 | 0 |
| Overheating | 12 | 8 |
2004 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.