Chevrolet Malibu NHTSA Safety Ratings
NHTSA gives the 2024 Chevrolet Malibu an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with 5 stars in the frontal crash test and 4 stars for rollover resistance.
Latest model year (2025):
NHTSA rates the Chevrolet Malibu at 5 ★ overall, 5 ★ frontal crash, 5 ★ side crash and 4 ★ rollover.
Chevrolet Malibu Safety — All Years
| Year | Variant | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2024 Chevrolet Malibu 4 DR FWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 2 | 33 |
| 2023 | 2023 Chevrolet Malibu 4 DR FWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 2 | 58 |
| 2022 | 2022 Chevrolet Malibu 4 DR FWD | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 4 ★ | 1 | 91 |
| 2021 | 2021 Chevrolet Malibu 4 DR FWD | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 4 ★ | 4 ★ | 2 | 82 |
Crash-test star ratings sourced from the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Ratings apply to the tested body style and can differ between trims and drivetrain layouts.
Chevrolet Malibu Safety FAQ
Is the Chevrolet Malibu a safe car?
NHTSA gives the Chevrolet Malibu an overall crash rating of 5 out of 5 stars, including 5 stars in the frontal crash test and 5 stars in the side crash test. Ratings are per body style and model year — check the table above for yours.
What is the rollover rating of the Chevrolet Malibu?
The Chevrolet Malibu scores 4 out of 5 stars for rollover resistance, with a calculated rollover risk of about 10.3%. Taller vehicles typically score lower here than sedans.
Does the Chevrolet Malibu have driver assistance features?
NHTSA records the tested Chevrolet Malibu as having electronic stability control, without forward collision warning and without lane departure warning. Availability varies by trim and package.
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