Is the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid a reliable year?

Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid ranks #5 of 7 among Malibu Hybrid model years (Complaint Index 33/100, verdict: Good). It has 7 complaints and 0 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid?

The most reported problem areas are electrical system (2 complaints), fuel system (2 complaints), and steering (2 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 70,580 miles.

Does the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid have any recalls?

No safety recall campaigns list the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid in NHTSA’s recall database at the time of the last data update.

What is the fuel economy of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid?

EPA rates the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid at 27 MPG combined (24 city / 32 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,400. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.

2008 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

Good The 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid has 7 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 33 out of 100 — #5 highest of 7 Malibu Hybrid model years (verdict: Good). The most reported problem area is electrical system (2 complaints, 29% of the total). Complaints report 1 crash.

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index: 33/100; #5 of 7 Malibu Hybrid years
Verdict: Good; vs. other years of this model
Complaints: 7; unique NHTSA reports
Recalls: 0; distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes: 1; reported in complaints
Fires: 0
Injuries: 0
Top issue: Electrical System
Best nearby year: —; no alternative with data

NHTSA overall rating: Not rated
EPA combined MPG: 27; 24 city / 32 hwy
Injuries / deaths: 0 / 0

2008 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid recalls

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

2008 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid fuel economy and fuel cost

City: 24 MPG
Highway: 32 MPG
Combined: 27 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA): $2,400; 15,000 mi/yr
Fuel: Regular
Current regular gas: $4.32/gal; national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2008 compared with other Malibu Hybrid years

Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best

Year	Verdict	Index	Complaints	MPG
2008	Good	33	7	27
2009	Avoid	83	25	29
2010	No verdict	0	2	29

All Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid a reliable year?: Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid ranks #5 of 7 among Malibu Hybrid model years (Complaint Index 33/100, verdict: Good). It has 7 complaints and 0 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid?: The most reported problem areas are electrical system (2 complaints), fuel system (2 complaints), and steering (2 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 70,580 miles.
Does the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid have any recalls?: No safety recall campaigns list the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid in NHTSA’s recall database at the time of the last data update.
What is the fuel economy of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid?: EPA rates the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid at 27 MPG combined (24 city / 32 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,400. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.