2022 Chevrolet Malibu vs 2022 Nissan Kicks
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 | 2022 Chevrolet Malibu | 2022 Nissan Kicks |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 91 | 22 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 627 | 62 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 26–32 | 33 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 63,500 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Malibu | Nissan Kicks |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 31 | 1 |
| Engine | 28 | 4 |
| Power Train | 23 | 2 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 9 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 6 | 1 |
| Steering | 2 | 5 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 0 | 5 |
| Air Bags | 4 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 21 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 14 | 0 |
2022 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.