2007 CHEVROLET MALIBU Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2007 Chevrolet Malibu. This model year has 991 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Steering Defects.
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Worst 2007 Chevrolet Malibu Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Steering Defects
Electrical Faults
Airbag Malfunctions
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2007 Chevrolet Malibu. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering Defects | 674 | 19 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 114 | 3 | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 77 | 12 | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 53 | 1 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 51 | 5 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 47 | 1 | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 47 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 39 | 1 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 35 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 31 | 3 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 29 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 23 | 2 | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 22 | 2 | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 16 | — | 2 | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 14 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 14 | 3 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 13 | 1 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 6 | 1 | — | — | |
| Other | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Traction Control System | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electric | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2007 Chevrolet Malibu. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Showing 400 most recent complaints of 991 total. View all on NHTSA ↗
The power steering on my vehicle is not working. I believe it may be a malfunction with the torque sensor. It is available for inspection upon request. This was a safety risk because the steering wheel was shaking as I was driving. Thankfully, it never locked up on me while on th…
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while reversing, the message "Power Steering Fault" was displayed, and the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The vehicle became difficult to steer, requiring extra effort in maneuvering the vehicle. The co…
After several years of instability, the power steering on my 2007 Chevy Malibu has started to lock up while driving. Turning of the vehicle is then difficult. The issue resolves only by turning the engine off and then on again, but does not remain resolved.The readout on the dash…
The power steering fails. Chevrolet (manufacturer) and Pine Belt Chevrolet (NJ) both claim that our vehicle was in for the recall and did not have an issue. The power steering has failed since we bought the car new in 2006. The problem was intermittent for years, but recently …
My electrical power steering motor is no good on car it is at risk of causing harm to me
The contact's mother owns a 2007 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the power steering assist intermittently failed to operate as needed with the "Power Steering Fault" message displayed. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the power st…
My 2007 Chevy Malibu began experiencing intermittent power steering failure at around 103,000 miles. This issue makes the vehicle extremely dangerous to drive, even though it is not classified as an official recall because it only affects certain VIN numbers. However, I see multi…
UNKNOWN Power steering randomly shakes and turns and goes out even if fire is stealing is in the common fluid. It is super dangerous and stops working on the highway periodically and I cannot turn it. I’ve saw other safety concerns about this and it has been recognized so I’m ho…
Hello, my 2007 Malibu has a problem with the power steering. The steering wheel becomes hard. This is a problem that has already been detected, but why does this campaign not appear on my car? I am attaching a link to the information: [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE …
I was driving and lost power randomly it came back in less than a minute but just lost power could certainly cause an accident... And the service airbag light is on and seemingly has the same issues as the 2010 Malibu Maxx which was recalled and replaced free of charge and frankl…
Vehicle loses power steering at times, turn vehicle off, it works for a bit, then loses power again making if very difficult to steer, on going problem and every time take to mechanic, it is working fine, and told to bring when it is malfunctioning, hard to do that, for never k…
MY GAS GAUGE HASN'T BEEN WORKING FOR A FEW YEARS AND I WAS WONDERING IF THERE WAS A RECALL ON THAT, IT SEEMS THAT A LOT OF CHEVY MALIBUS HAS HAD THIS PROBLEM
On [XXX] we experienced sudden loss of electronic power steering while driving, at the same time the power steering indicator light came on the dash. We were not able to turn the wheel and had to stop in the middle of the road. We had the vehicle brought to Chevrolet of Turnersvi…
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The contact immediately pulled to the side of the roadway. The power steering warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that after turning off…
The steering wheel start shaking and then on the middle console it showed “POWER STEERING”. Now whenever I drive it it’ll pop up and the steering wheel locks up and it is scary because it doesn’t move. And when I turn of the car it’ll unlock but as soon as I start driving it agai…
I bought the car and the next day it randomly locked up my steering in the middle of traffic. If I turn my car off then turn it on while jerking the wheel side to side it will allow me power steering for just a short moment. Once it worked for a month continuously without shuttin…
Inherited this car with only 5000 original miles. Power steering fault comes on display constantly. Power steering completely cuts out occasionally rendering the steering nearly impossible to turn.
Steering failure! steering locks up while driving light comes on. I have to restart engine several times so the steering works. I have replaced the steering sensor 4 times. i have heard this problem from many people and the gm dealer will no longer address this problem. when the …
The contact's daughter owns a 2007 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started, the air bag warning light illuminated and remained illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failu…
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the steering wheel was vibrating. The contact pulled over and restarted the vehicle. The steering wheel was uncontrollable and became inoperable. Additionally, there was an engine o…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2007 Chevrolet Malibu.
Recalls for 2007 Chevrolet Malibu
6 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2007 Chevrolet Malibu. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2007 Chevrolet Malibu — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2007 Chevrolet Malibu reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2007 Chevrolet Malibu has 991 NHTSA owner complaints, 37 crash-related, and 6 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Steering Defects (674 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Chevrolet Malibu?▾
#1: Steering Defects (674 complaints). #2: Electrical Faults (114 complaints). #3: Airbag Malfunctions (77 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2007 Chevrolet Malibu?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2007 Chevrolet Malibu?▾
The 2007 Chevrolet Malibu has 37 crash-related complaints and 2 fire reports out of 991 total NHTSA complaints. 34 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2007 Chevrolet Malibu have any recalls?▾
Yes — 6 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2007 Chevrolet Malibu. The largest issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2007 Chevrolet Malibu?▾
The 2007 Chevrolet Malibu has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Steering Defects issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Chevrolet Malibu reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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