How common are steering problems in the 2010 Chevrolet Malibu?

NHTSA lists 454 steering complaints for the 2010 Malibu, which is 33% of the 1,359 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2010 Chevrolet Malibu steering?

This dataset shows no related recalls listed for the 2010 Malibu steering complaints.

At what mileage do steering failures typically happen?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this steering issue is 100,000 miles.

Did the steering problems cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data tied to this steering complaint category shows 11 crashes, 1 fire, and 6 injuries reported for the 2010 Malibu.

Is the 2010 Malibu worse for steering complaints than other years?

Yes, relative to other Malibu model years in this dataset, 2010 has the highest steering complaint share at 33%, compared to 22% in 2011 and lower percentages in most later years.

2010 Chevrolet Malibu Steering Problems

NHTSA lists 454 steering complaints for the 2010 Chevrolet Malibu, 33% of all complaints filed for the year, with 11 crashes and 1 fire linked to this component. Median mileage at failure was 100,000 miles, and no related recalls are listed in this data.

Steering complaints: 454; 33% of 1,359
Crashes reported: 11
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 6
Median mileage: 100,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Steering wheel suddenly locks up at low speed, leaving owners unable to turn and resulting in collisions.
Power steering cuts out or seizes while driving, sometimes with a warning light, causing loss of control.
After power steering failure, the steering wheel jerks or pulls to one side, requiring the vehicle to be shut off and restarted to regain assist.
The steering feels loose or disconnected above 45 mph, making the car hard to keep in its lane on rough or windy roads.
Internal steering component (input shaft) separates from the rack and pinion during a turn, causing total loss of steering.
Some owners report the power steering assist intermittently drops out, requiring multiple restarts before it works again.

When 2010 Chevrolet Malibu steering complaints were filed

First complaint Feb 3, 2010, latest Jul 20, 2026.

454 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2010 Q1 to 2026 Q3; peak 2015 Q1 (41).

Steering recalls for the 2010 Chevrolet Malibu

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Steering complaints by Malibu model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

2010454 (33%)
2011214 (22%)
2012191 (21%)
2013181 (22%)
201426 (7%)
20159 (3%)
201642 (5%)
201747 (7%)
201841 (6%)
20192 (1%)
202016 (8%)
20212 (2%)
20222 (2%)
20234 (6%)
20241 (3%)
20251 (9%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are steering problems in the 2010 Chevrolet Malibu?: NHTSA lists 454 steering complaints for the 2010 Malibu, which is 33% of the 1,359 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2010 Chevrolet Malibu steering?: This dataset shows no related recalls listed for the 2010 Malibu steering complaints.
At what mileage do steering failures typically happen?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this steering issue is 100,000 miles.
Did the steering problems cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data tied to this steering complaint category shows 11 crashes, 1 fire, and 6 injuries reported for the 2010 Malibu.
Is the 2010 Malibu worse for steering complaints than other years?: Yes, relative to other Malibu model years in this dataset, 2010 has the highest steering complaint share at 33%, compared to 22% in 2011 and lower percentages in most later years.