2014 Chevrolet Malibu Eco Recalls, Complaints & Specs
No safety recalls list the 2014 Chevrolet Malibu Eco, and owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA. Check your own VIN below.
No safety recalls on record
NHTSA's recall database lists no safety campaigns that include the 2014 Chevrolet Malibu Eco. That is good news, with two caveats: recalls can be issued at any time (this page refreshes daily), and a recall filed under a related model name may not appear here. The VIN check above queries NHTSA directly for your exact vehicle.
12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA
Owners of the 2014 Chevrolet Malibu Eco have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA. The average mileage at failure in those reports is 55,818 miles. Complaints peaked in 2018 with 6 filed that year.
Most-reported components
What owners are reporting
“Tl* the contact owns a 2014 chevrolet malibu eco. The contact stated while stopped at traffic light the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle after approximately”
Owner complaint to NHTSA, February 13, 2020 · Engine
“ABS light on stabilitrak light on. Rear wheel hubs broken and replaced. Brake light came on. Throttle body and valve replaced. Happened again six months later - same warning lights came on ABS and sta”
Owner complaint to NHTSA, April 17, 2019 · Service brakes
Fuel economy and specs
EPA ratings for the 2014 Chevrolet Malibu (Malibu eAssist). Ranges cover every tested configuration.
| Combined | 24–29 mpg |
|---|---|
| City / Highway | 21–25 / 29–36 |
| Fuel | Regular |
| EPA class | Midsize Cars |
| Engine | 4 cyl, 2/2.4/2.5 L |
| Transmission | Automatic (S6) |
Compare Chevrolet Malibu Eco model years
Recall and complaint counts for every Chevrolet Malibu Eco model year in NHTSA's database.
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco | 1 | 87 |
| 2014 Chevrolet Malibu Eco | 0 | 12 |
Checking a specific 2014 Chevrolet Malibu Eco
How do I know if my 2014 Chevrolet Malibu Eco has an open recall?
Enter your 17-character VIN above. The VIN is on the driver's side dashboard (visible through the windshield), the driver's door jamb sticker, and your registration or insurance card. The check runs against NHTSA's live database and tells you which campaigns list your vehicle.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Under federal law, manufacturers must fix safety recalls at no charge for vehicles up to 15 years old from the date of sale to the first owner. Contact any authorised Chevrolet dealer with your VIN and the NHTSA campaign number.
What is the difference between a recall and a complaint?
A recall is a safety campaign filed by the manufacturer or ordered by NHTSA, with a defined defect and remedy. A complaint is a report an owner sent to NHTSA; it is not verified, but patterns of complaints are what trigger NHTSA investigations and, eventually, recalls.
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- Blazer8,192 complaints
- Suburban8,164 complaints
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint databases and EPA fuel economy data, October 2026. Complaint counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. Recall counts are safety campaigns that list this model year; whether a particular car was already repaired depends on its VIN. How this data is compiled.