2014 Chevrolet Malibu Eco Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
No verdictComplaint Index
0/100
#2 most-complained of 2 Malibu Eco years
The 2014 Chevrolet Malibu Eco has 12 NHTSA complaints, ranking 2nd worst of 2 model years, with a complaint index of 0. Brakes account for half of all complaints, with a median failure mileage of 47,250 miles. No recalls are on file for this year.
- Complaints
- 12
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes / fires
- 0 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- —
Top 2014 Chevrolet Malibu Eco problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Brakes6 (50%)
- Other3 (25%)
- Electrical System2 (17%)
- Engine2 (17%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires1 (8%)
- Transmission & Powertrain1 (8%)
- Visibility & Wipers1 (8%)
What owners report
- Owners report the auto stop-start system malfunctioning at stop lights, causing the engine to shut off and then restart unexpectedly.
- Some describe the brake pedal sticking in a downward position with a groaning noise, forcing the driver to manually reset it.
- Others report sudden jerking, power lock cycling, and a 'service power steering' warning appearing while driving.
- Several owners describe the transmission jerking hard as if searching for a gear when the engine is cold, especially going uphill.
- One owner reported the engine stalling without warning at a traffic light and being unable to restart it for about an hour.
- A separate complaint describes the HVAC blower motor losing function after a prior module reprogramming recall.
2014 Chevrolet Malibu Eco recalls
No safety recalls on record for this model year.
2014 compared with other Malibu Eco years
| Year | Verdict | Index | Complaints | Recalls | MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | No verdict | 100 | 87 | 1 | — |
| 2014 | No verdict | 0 | 12 | 0 | — |
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2014 Chevrolet Malibu Eco reliable?
- NHTSA lists 12 complaints for the 2014 Malibu Eco with a complaint index of 0 and no recalls, but it still ranks 2nd worst of the 2 model years with data due to brake-related reports.
- What is the most common problem with the 2014 Malibu Eco?
- Brakes are the top problem area, making up 50% of complaints, with a median failure mileage of 47,250 miles.
- Does the 2014 Malibu Eco have any recalls?
- NHTSA shows zero recalls for the 2014 Malibu Eco, compared to 1 recall for the 2013 model year.
- How does the 2014 Malibu Eco compare to the 2013 model?
- The 2013 Malibu Eco has far more complaints (87 versus 12) and a complaint index of 100, versus 0 for the 2014 model.