Chevrolet Malibu vs Chrysler 300
For 2005–2021 models, the Chevrolet Malibu has 45.1 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 56.2 for the Chrysler 300. 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 (2005–2021), 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
45.1 complaints per 10,000 sold
20% fewer than the Chrysler 300
- Complaints
- 13,351
- Sold
- 2,958,788
- Recall campaigns
- 38
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 1
Most complaints: 2007 and 2009–2010. Fewest: 2014–2015 and 2019–2020. 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 300
56.2 complaints per 10,000 sold
1.2× the Chevrolet Malibu’s rate
- Complaints
- 5,835
- Sold
- 1,038,559
- Recall campaigns
- 24
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 2
Most complaints: 2005–2006, 2008 and 2011. Fewest: 2016–2017 and 2020–2021. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 70,000 mi
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 74,000 mi
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Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting
Typically around 69,000 mi
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Battery, alternator and charging
Typically around 61,200 mi · repair $250–$1,030
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Stalling and no-start
Typically around 90,000 mi
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Chevrolet Malibu or the Chrysler 300?
For 2005–2021 models, the Chevrolet Malibu has 45.1 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Chrysler 300 has 56.2, 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 300?
The most-reported problem on the Chrysler 300 is airbags, seatbelts and restraints, typically around 70,000 miles.
Which Chevrolet Malibu and Chrysler 300 years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Chevrolet Malibu: 2007 and 2009–2010; Chrysler 300: 2005–2006, 2008 and 2011.
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.