At a glance

Reported mileage58,693 mi

LocationCo, USA

ColorBlack

Last listed price$21,199

Open recalls1

Vehicle identity & specifications

Make

Chevrolet

Model

Malibu

Year

2020

Trim

LT (1LT)

Body style

Sedan/Saloon

Vehicle type

PASSENGER CAR

Engine

1.5L 4-cyl

Cylinders

4

Fuel type

Gasoline

Drivetrain

FWD/Front-Wheel Drive

Doors

4

Assembly plant

KANSAS CITY, KANSAS, UNITED STATES (USA)

Manufacturer

GENERAL MOTORS LLC

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$18,500

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$19,699

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$23,388

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Safety recalls 1

SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2021 Chevrolet Malibu and 2019-2021 Cadillac XT4 vehicles. The rear seat belt retractors may be improperly secured with loose or missing fasteners.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten the rear seat belt retractors, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 17, 2021. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall

NHTSA Campaign #21V649000 · 20/08/2021

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Common problems & what to inspect

Based on 188 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2020 Chevrolet Malibu, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.

💥 1 involved a crash 🚑 1 reported injury

Service Brakes 7 reports

🔍 Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

Engine 5 reports

🔍 Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Electrical System 3 reports

🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Power Train 2 reports

🔍 Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Vehicle Speed Control 2 reports

🔍 Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.

Hydraulic 2 reports

🔍 Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

Pre-purchase checklist

Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.

Owner complaints 188

Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2020 Chevrolet Malibu.

POWER TRAIN

Shift to park displaying when car is in park so it won't turn off and stalling out randomly with no warning or anything and being hesitant to go

NHTSA ODI #11736695

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES

May 7, 2026 National Highway Traffic Safety Administration 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE Washington, DC 20590 RE: Safety Defect Complaint – Brake System / Vehicle Control Concerns 2020 Chevrolet Malibu Dear NHTSA, I am submitting a safety complaint regarding persistent braking and vehicle control issues involving my 2020 Chevrolet Malibu. Prior to Decembe…

NHTSA ODI #11736449

SERVICE BRAKES

To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to formally report a critical safety defect regarding my 2020 Chevrolet Malibu. This defect resulted in a life-threatening incident while I was driving on the highway, during which my vehicle failed to stop as required. While operating at highway speeds, the brake pedal became extremely hard to depress, making it nearly…

NHTSA ODI #11735781

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Vehicle stalled/lost power while driving due to auto start/stop system.

Crash · 1 injured · NHTSA ODI #11734207

SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE

I am writing to report a serious and dangerous issue that occurred with my 2020 Chevrolet Malibu LT on April 27th 2026. While driving on the interstate after work, my vehicle suddenly experienced a failure that made it extremely unsafe to operate. The brake pedal became extremely hard to press, and the vehicle did not want to slow down or stop properly. Thi…

NHTSA ODI #11734196

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

When braking, the vehicle experiences a system failure. There is a loud impact, the dashboard shuts down, warning lights activate all gauges go to the left, and the vehicle loses power and enters a reduced speed mode before recovering. This has been ongoing and creates a dangerous driving condition. The dealership has had the vehicle over four months and ha…

NHTSA ODI #11733060

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, an unknown warning light illuminated, and the vehicle started to lose motive power. The contact stopped at a traffic signal and after depressing the accelerator pedal when the light changed, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was restarted after several attemp…

NHTSA ODI #11730116

UNKNOWN OR OTHER,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Reduced Engine Power Light: The car limits acceleration, often accompanied by a check engine light. Stalling or Hesitation: Engine stalls or acts sluggish when accelerating, particularly in traffic. Limp Mode: The vehicle restricts speed, making it difficult to accelerate. The car stop working in the middle of the freeway and I was in the car with my child w…

NHTSA ODI #11728914

+ 180 more complaints on record.