How common are suspension and wheel problems on the 2010 Chevrolet Malibu?

NHTSA lists 48 complaints in this area for the 2010 model year, which is 4% of the 1,359 total complaints filed for that year.

Is there a recall for suspension or wheel issues on the 2010 Malibu?

No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for the Suspension, Wheels & Tires area on the 2010 Malibu.

At what mileage do these suspension problems usually show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 59,000 miles.

Did suspension or wheel problems cause any crashes?

NHTSA data tied to this problem area for the 2010 Malibu shows 2 crashes and 3 injuries, with no fires reported.

Is the 2010 Malibu worse than other years for this problem?

The 2010 model's 4% share is close to most other years, but the 2013 model year shows a higher 11% share of complaints in this same area.

2010 Chevrolet Malibu Suspension, Wheels & Tires Problems

NHTSA lists 48 Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints for the 2010 Chevrolet Malibu, 4% of that year's 1,359 total complaints. Owners report cracked wheel rims, front-end rattling, and rear suspension noises, with a median failure mileage of 59,000. No related recalls are listed for this area.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints: 48; 4% of 1,359
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 3
Median mileage: 59,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical suspension symptoms owners report

Owners report wheel rims cracking along the spokes, causing repeated air loss and requiring rim replacement.
Some describe a loud bang or metal-on-road noise from the rear suspension while accelerating or slowing down, later traced to a broken suspension component.
Front-end rattling at slow speed has been linked to a failing rack-and-pinion steering unit and worn hub bearings.
One owner reported the chrome hub cap peeling back with sharp edges after a curb scrape, exposing the wheel's plastic hub.
A few complaints mention the vehicle shipped without a spare tire, jack, or donut despite a low-tire-pressure warning.

When 2010 Chevrolet Malibu suspension complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 1, 2010, latest Sep 22, 2026.

48 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2010 to Sep 2026; peak Apr 2014 (2).

Suspension, Wheels & Tires recalls for the 2010 Chevrolet Malibu

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints by Malibu model year

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

201048 (4%)
201126 (3%)
201228 (3%)
201392 (11%)
201430 (9%)
20157 (3%)
201634 (4%)
201716 (2%)
201816 (2%)
20191 (1%)
20202 (1%)
20214 (4%)
20223 (3%)
20234 (6%)
20241 (3%)
20250 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are suspension and wheel problems on the 2010 Chevrolet Malibu?: NHTSA lists 48 complaints in this area for the 2010 model year, which is 4% of the 1,359 total complaints filed for that year.
Is there a recall for suspension or wheel issues on the 2010 Malibu?: No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for the Suspension, Wheels & Tires area on the 2010 Malibu.
At what mileage do these suspension problems usually show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 59,000 miles.
Did suspension or wheel problems cause any crashes?: NHTSA data tied to this problem area for the 2010 Malibu shows 2 crashes and 3 injuries, with no fires reported.
Is the 2010 Malibu worse than other years for this problem?: The 2010 model's 4% share is close to most other years, but the 2013 model year shows a higher 11% share of complaints in this same area.