How many steering complaints does the 2017 Chevrolet Malibu have?

NHTSA lists 47 steering complaints for the 2017 Malibu, which is 7% of all 702 complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a steering recall for the 2017 Chevrolet Malibu?

No. NHTSA's data shows no related recalls listed for steering on the 2017 Malibu.

At what mileage do steering problems typically show up on the 2017 Malibu?

The median mileage at failure among reported steering complaints is 65,782 miles.

Have steering problems on the 2017 Malibu caused crashes or injuries?

Yes. NHTSA records 4 crashes and 3 injuries linked to steering complaints for this model year, though no fires.

How does the 2017 Malibu compare to other years for steering complaints?

The 2017 Malibu's 7% steering complaint share is much lower than the 2010 model's 33%, but similar to 2016 (5%) and 2018 (6%).

2017 Chevrolet Malibu Steering Problems

NHTSA lists 47 steering complaints for the 2017 Chevrolet Malibu, 7% of its 702 total complaints, with 4 crashes and 3 injuries reported. Median mileage at failure was 65,782 miles, and there is no related steering recall for this year.

Steering complaints: 47; 7% of 702
Crashes reported: 4
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 3
Median mileage: 65,782 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Steering wheel locks up completely or becomes very hard to turn, sometimes while braking or at highway speed, in a few cases leading to a crash.
A dashboard message reading "steering assist reduced, drive with care" appears suddenly and the power steering assist drops off.
Steering wheel jerks sharply or rapidly side to side on its own while coasting from highway speeds, without driver input.
Steering feels loose or briefly goes to a neutral, disconnected feel at highway speed before returning to normal.
Loss of power steering has occurred alongside the engine cutting off or hesitating at stops, compounding the control problem.

When 2017 Chevrolet Malibu steering complaints were filed

First complaint Sep 25, 2017, latest Aug 26, 2026.

47 complaints filed with NHTSA from Sep 2017 to Aug 2026; peak Mar 2020 (4).

Steering recalls for the 2017 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 many steering complaints does the 2017 Chevrolet Malibu have?: NHTSA lists 47 steering complaints for the 2017 Malibu, which is 7% of all 702 complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a steering recall for the 2017 Chevrolet Malibu?: No. NHTSA's data shows no related recalls listed for steering on the 2017 Malibu.
At what mileage do steering problems typically show up on the 2017 Malibu?: The median mileage at failure among reported steering complaints is 65,782 miles.
Have steering problems on the 2017 Malibu caused crashes or injuries?: Yes. NHTSA records 4 crashes and 3 injuries linked to steering complaints for this model year, though no fires.
How does the 2017 Malibu compare to other years for steering complaints?: The 2017 Malibu's 7% steering complaint share is much lower than the 2010 model's 33%, but similar to 2016 (5%) and 2018 (6%).