2015 CHEVROLET MALIBU Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2015 Chevrolet Malibu. This model year has 265 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Engine Problems.
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Worst 2015 Chevrolet Malibu Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Engine Problems
Electrical Faults
Airbag Malfunctions
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2015 Chevrolet Malibu. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 70 | — | 3 | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 66 | 2 | 7 | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 48 | 7 | 1 | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 34 | 2 | 3 | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 30 | 3 | 1 | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 28 | 4 | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 18 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 16 | 1 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 15 | 3 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 13 | 3 | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 10 | 1 | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 9 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 8 | 1 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 8 | 2 | 1 | — | |
| Visibility | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 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 2015 Chevrolet Malibu. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Showing 265 most recent complaints
Purchased this car straight out for 4000 from deans car lot in Winchester ky over a week ago. They didn't tell me I had missing fog lights. Keyfob to far was so beat up and bent I could barely get in my car or lock my car not to mention they sent me home in that car with all 4 di…
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact attempted to stop to make a turn, and there was a popping sound coming from the vehicle before the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The vehicle was restarted…
The car continues to die when I come to a stop. The error code for the engine light is P305F. I have changed both batteries along with several different sensors and spent thousands of dollars in repairs at a couple different shops and still can’t find the problem with this error …
The transmission and engine fails repeatedly. The vehicle repeatedly stalls while accelerating at all speeds, simultaneously, the gear shift lights,dash lights, radio, etc restarts. Issue also happens when shifting gears. Issue happens at every stop light and stop sign, when the…
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH, the vehicle came to a complete stop independently. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the vehicle failed to respond. An independent mechanic was contacted. The vehicle was…
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle abruptly stopped in the middle of the road. The contact was able to continue driving. The vehicle was later taken to the local mechanic, who diagnosed that the torque…
The slot in the B-Pillar where the seatbelt enters and exits the trim when it's extended or retracted has an unrounded and sharp edge. Under normal use, this plastic edge cuts nylon fibers on the sides of the belt, leading to a overall loss in integrity of the safety restraint.…
Rocker arm malfunction. This car has repeatedly shut off while driving without warning and the rocker arm has been the only code. I saw this has been a problem for the 2014-2015 Malibu and Impala models and this should be recalled due to faulty equipment and not to be repaired at…
I was coming home from school pickup, and the light said the engine power was reducing. Then the screen said that I couldn't go past 25 miles per hour. The skid sign came on also. The car started slowing down on its own. The car then stopped. I had to put on emergency lights qui…
Service airbag light goes on and off. Also passenger air bag keeps turning on and off.
I was driving on the interstate and the engine power reduced light came on twice. It was driveable but I got off the interstate to state roads so I could drive slower. It acts like it wants to stop. I have been afraid to drive it again.
The engine power reduced light came on twice. I have been feeling a slight hesitation when driving for a couple of months but this is the first time that light came on. It happened on i65n about 140 miles from Montgomery. I got off the interstate at Montgomery so I could drive sl…
My car has the auto shut off and when im driving it sometimes just dies while im driving with no warning and no power steering to pull over. Also when im at a red light and the auto shut off comes on when it starts back up all my head lights turning signals radio everything goes …
Transmission failed while driving in traffic.
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The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated while driving 15 MPH and approaching a stop, the vehicle stalled. The power steering warning light illuminated. The contact then veered to the left as the vehicle lost power. The vehicle was driven back to the residence…
As your driving the REDUCED ENGINE POWER pops up and dropped your speed down to 25-20 mph no matter how fast you're going no way to reset it unless you have a scan tool but then it comes back on scan tool says PEDAL ACCELERATOR POSITION SENSOR IS THE ISSUE put new one on and a da…
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated while driving approximately 75 MPH, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted into first gear causing the vehicle to abruptly decelerate. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer was not contact…
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated while the key was in the ignition switch in the off position, the vehicle attempted to start independently. There was no warning light illuminated. The local dealer was contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or re…
Wheel hubs causes car to think that it’s going faster(200mph) causing car to drop speed, locks steering wheel making it impossible to turn away from traffic and drive it’s an accident waiting to happen not sure why there isn’t a recall. Also batteries causes the battery system wa…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2015 Chevrolet Malibu.
Recalls for 2015 Chevrolet Malibu
3 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2015 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.
2015 Chevrolet Malibu — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2015 Chevrolet Malibu reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2015 Chevrolet Malibu has 265 NHTSA owner complaints, 17 crash-related, and 3 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Engine Problems (70 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Chevrolet Malibu?▾
#1: Engine Problems (70 complaints). #2: Electrical Faults (66 complaints). #3: Airbag Malfunctions (48 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2015 Chevrolet Malibu?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2015 Chevrolet Malibu?▾
The 2015 Chevrolet Malibu has 17 crash-related complaints and 9 fire reports out of 265 total NHTSA complaints. 12 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2015 Chevrolet Malibu have any recalls?▾
Yes — 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2015 Chevrolet Malibu. The largest issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2015 Chevrolet Malibu?▾
The 2015 Chevrolet Malibu has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Engine Problems 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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