2008 Audi A6 vs 2008 Chevrolet Malibu
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 | 2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Chevrolet Malibu |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 70 | 987 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 494 | 1,074 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 30 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21 | 20–27 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 50,500 mi | 80,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi A6 | Chevrolet Malibu |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 0 | 460 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 231 |
| Air Bags | 48 | 64 |
| Exterior Lighting | 6 | 106 |
| Power Train | 3 | 86 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 0 | 71 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 68 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 62 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 97 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 58 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 39 |
| Stalling | 0 | 37 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 35 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 27 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 20 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 15 |
2008 Audi A6
2008 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.