2006 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx vs 2007 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx | 2007 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 270 | 44 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 177 | 165 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 12 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–22 | 18–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 82,956 mi | 75,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Malibu Maxx | Chevrolet Malibu Maxx |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 207 | 10 |
| Electrical System | 28 | 7 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 18 |
| Power Train | 17 | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 13 | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 8 | 5 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 12 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Steering problems | 49 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 22 | 0 |
| Stalling | 9 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 9 | 5 |
| Vibration / shaking | 8 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 7 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 6 |
2006 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx
2007 Chevrolet Malibu Maxx
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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.