2015 Chevrolet Malibu Fuel System Problems
NHTSA lists 19 Fuel System complaints for the 2015 Chevrolet Malibu, 7% of its 270 total complaints that year, with a median failure mileage of 48,300. No related recall covers this component for the 2015 model year.
- Fuel System complaints
- 19
- 7% of 270
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 48,300 mi
- Related recalls
- 0
Typical fuel system symptoms owners report
- Owners report the vent solenoid valve failing and triggering a check engine light, requiring the fuel tank to be dropped for access.
- Some describe a shuddering or shaking sensation at certain speeds, as if fuel is not reaching the engine consistently.
- Several owners report the rocker arm oil control valve (VVT) solenoid malfunctioning, causing the engine to lose power or rev high when accelerating into passing gear.
- Multiple owners report the engine stalling or shutting off at stops, especially on vehicles equipped with auto stop/start, sometimes requiring the car to be shifted back into park to restart.
- One owner reported a persistent fuel pump low-performance code (P2635) paired with the auto stop feature causing the vehicle to lunge or cut off unexpectedly.
When 2015 Chevrolet Malibu fuel system complaints were filed
First complaint Jan 4, 2015, latest Aug 24, 2026.
Fuel System recalls for the 2015 Chevrolet Malibu
No safety recalls on record for this model year.
Fuel System complaints by Malibu model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many fuel system complaints does NHTSA have for the 2015 Chevrolet Malibu?
- NHTSA lists 19 Fuel System complaints for the 2015 Malibu, which is 7% of the 270 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a recall for the 2015 Malibu fuel system?
- No. The data shows no related recalls for the Fuel System component on the 2015 Malibu.
- At what mileage do 2015 Malibu fuel system problems typically show up?
- The median mileage at failure for Fuel System complaints on the 2015 Malibu is 48,300 miles.
- What are the most common fuel system symptoms owners report?
- Owners describe vent solenoid valve failures, shuddering at certain speeds, VVT solenoid malfunctions affecting acceleration, and stalling tied to the auto stop/start feature.
- Did any 2015 Malibu fuel system complaints involve crashes or fires?
- No. The data shows 0 crashes and 0 fires linked to these Fuel System complaints.