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2024 Chevrolet Malibu

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2024 Malibu.

Transmission Automatic (variable gear ratios)

The 2024 Chevrolet Malibu utilizes an automatic transmission with variable gear ratios to deliver EPA-estimated fuel economy of 28 mpg city, 36 mpg highway, and 31 mpg combined. Reliability data for this model year records 25 owner complaints—primarily concerning the electrical system—alongside two recalls issued to date. Within the broader 1997–2025 complaint history, which spans from a high of 1,697 grievances in 2004 to a low of 7 in 2025, the 2024 model registers near the lower end of the spectrum, indicating a relatively low volume of reported issues compared with historical peaks.

Model year202520242023202220212020201920182017

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

EPA fuel economy28/36/31 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 25206377. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter25206377
Engine air filter23430312
Spark plug12683541
Battery88864541
Front wiper blades84589418 alt 84574892
Cabin air filter84987523 alt 13508023

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (variable gear ratios)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length193.7 in
Overall width72.8 in
Overall height57.5 in
Wheelbase111.4 in
Curb weight3126 lb
Track (front / rear)62.6 / 62.6 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)59/41

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined28 / 36 / 31 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume102 cu ft
Cargo volume16 cu ft
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Malibu of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

5.7–8.5 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 5.70 sec — 2017 2.0T Premier
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2019RS 1.5L Turbo I-47.80 sec16.10 sec160 hpFWD
2018LT Redline Edition 1.5L Turbo I-48.20 sec16.40 sec160 hpFWD
20172.0T Premier 2.0L Turbo I-45.70 sec14.30 sec250 hpFWD
20162.0T Premier 2.0L Turbo I-46.10 sec14.70 sec250 hpFWD
20162.0T Premier 2.0L Turbo I-46.20 sec14.70 sec250 hpFWD
2016Hybrid 1.8L I-4 + Elec 1.5-kWh7.40 sec15.70 sec182 hpFWD
2016Hybrid 1.8L I-4 + Elec 1.5-kWh7.40 sec15.80 sec182 hpFWD
20161LT 15L Turbo I-48.00 sec16.40 sec160 hpFWD

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 7,500 mi; spark plugs every 60,000 mi; coolant at 150,000 mi. The big-interval services (at 150,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 7,500 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Oil (inspect fluid level) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Engine Oil Life Monitor (inspect) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (inspect)
Every 22,500 miCabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 60,000 miSpark Plug Wires (inspect) · Spark Plugs (replace)
Every 100,000 miHood Hinge (inspect)
At 150,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2024 Chevrolet Malibu sits at the mature tail end of the current generation, which launched for the 2016 model year, and the federal data reflects a clear downward arc in reported issues as the platform has aged and stabilized. Complaints in this generation peaked early at 858 in 2016 and 720 in 2017, then fell sharply through 2019 (188) and continued declining to just 25 in the target year — a figure consistent with the low-volume trajectory seen in 2023 (51 complaints) and projected 2025 (7 complaints). Recalls hold steady at 2 for 2024, matching 2023 and aligning with the generation's norm of 1–4 recalls per year in recent model years, with zero open investigations. The top complaint areas are led by the Electrical System (6 complaints) and Unknown or Other (4), with 3 crash-related complaints and zero fire complaints reported, though the data does not specify root causes for any of these categories. The 316 technical service bulletins for 2024 represent a continued decline from the generation's high of 2,001 in 2013, suggesting reduced manufacturer service activity as the design matures. From a federal-record standpoint, the 2024 Malibu is one of the quietest years in the entire model history and represents a low-risk purchase by available complaint and recall metrics.

2
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
316
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
25
Owner complaints
3 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 25 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Electrical System6
Unknown Or Other4
Back Over Prevention3
Power Train,Electrical System,Engine2
Forward Collision Avoidance2
Power Train1
Steering,Electrical System,Seats1
Electrical System,Unknown Or Other1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

24V575000Equipment:Other:Owners/Service/Other ManualReported 01/08/2024

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Cadillac XT4 and Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The vehicles may have the wrong owner's manual in the glove box. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the… Remedy: Dealers will provide owners with the correct manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 26, 2024. Owners may contact Cadillac's customer service at…

26V212000Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: CameraReported 02/04/2026

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The rearview camera screen may display a distorted or blank image. Remedy: Dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 20, 2026. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 316 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
PIT5966F2026-06-23Unknown Or OtherThis Preliminary information communicates an issue with an OTA pending message still…
PIP6033B2026-06-08Unknown Or OtherThis Preliminary information communicates to technicians to remove the pulley assembly…
PIP6031E2026-06-05Unknown Or OtherThis PI addresses leaks from the case half and provides repair direction to dealer…
PIT6503A2026-06-03Unknown Or OtherThis preliminary information is to inform technicians that GM is placing the B174W Front…
PIP6032C2026-06-03Unknown Or OtherPIP6032B provides diagnostic direction for dealers when encountering transmission leaks

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

Does the 2024 Malibu have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Malibu get?

EPA figures are 28 city / 36 highway / 31 combined mpg.