Chevrolet Malibu vs Chrysler 200
For 2011–2018 models, the Chevrolet Malibu has 36.3 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 58.2 for the Chrysler 200. Below: what each one’s owners report most, when it shows up, and what it costs to fix.
Both rates cover the same model years (2011–2018), counting each complaint once and dividing by US sales, so the more popular vehicle isn’t penalized for being popular. Years too new to judge are left out. How this is calculated.
Chevrolet Malibu
36.3 complaints per 10,000 sold
38% fewer than the Chrysler 200
- Complaints
- 5,727
- Sold
- 1,577,993
- Recall campaigns
- 32
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 1
Fewest: 2014–2015. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 76,300 mi
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Electric power steering motor and module
Typically around 101,956 mi · repair $750–$2,230
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Wiring harness, grounds and connectors
Typically around 89,932 mi
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Stalling and no-start
Typically around 66,000 mi
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Power steering pump, rack and lines
Typically around 105,091 mi · repair $750–$2,230
Chrysler 200
58.2 complaints per 10,000 sold
1.6× the Chevrolet Malibu’s rate
- Complaints
- 4,202
- Sold
- 721,597
- Recall campaigns
- 16
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 0
Most complaints: 2015. Fewest: 2014 and 2017–2018. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 57,436 mi
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 58,000 mi
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Stalling and no-start
Typically around 56,000 mi
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Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting
Typically around 30,019 mi
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Wiring harness, grounds and connectors
Typically around 38,000 mi
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Chevrolet Malibu or the Chrysler 200?
For 2011–2018 models, the Chevrolet Malibu has 36.3 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Chrysler 200 has 58.2, counting the same model years for both.
What is the most common problem on the Chevrolet Malibu?
The most-reported problem on the Chevrolet Malibu is body control and other modules, typically around 76,300 miles.
What is the most common problem on the Chrysler 200?
The most-reported problem on the Chrysler 200 is body control and other modules, typically around 57,436 miles.
Which Chevrolet Malibu and Chrysler 200 years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Chrysler 200: 2015.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, recalls and investigations; US sales from public industry figures; repair costs from book labor hours and parts pricing at national rates. Complaints are self-reported and not independently verified. Problem lists cover each vehicle’s full history. This is not a recommendation to buy or avoid either vehicle.