Model year guide

2013 Chevrolet malibu eco

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2013 Chevrolet malibu eco is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 7 on record.

2013 Chevrolet malibu eco — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2013 Chevrolet malibu eco at a glance

Safety recalls1
Typical price$8,998

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2013 Chevrolet malibu eco recalls 1

Electrical System NHTSA Campaign #13V173000 · manufacturer #13136 · 06/05/2013

General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012 and 2013 Buick LaCrosse and Regal, and model year 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco vehicles equipped with eAssist. These vehicles may have a condition in which the Generator Control Module (GCM) may not function properly. This could cause a gradual loss of battery charge and the illumination of the malfunction indicator light.

Fix: GM will notify owners and dealers will test the GCM and replace it, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 11, 2013. Owners may contact GM at 1-800-521-7300. GM's recall campaign number is 13136.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 8 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

What's a 2013 Chevrolet malibu eco worth?

Low
$7,500
Typical price
$8,998
High
$10,499

From 7 comparable 2013 Chevrolet malibu eco listings.

Investigations & service bulletins

NHTSA defect investigations 2

Sands Chevrolet/Hybrid System Fire/Stall Closed

NHTSA opened AQ14-001 to determine whether Sands Chevrolet of Surprise, Arizona complied with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act, 49 U.S.C. Chapter 301 (Safety Act) and its implementing regulations. The Safety Act requires, among other things, that a manufacturer notify its dealers of defects related to motor vehicle safety and non-compliances with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Stand…

NHTSA #AQ14001 · Electrical System · opened May 2014 · closed May 2016

Generator Control Module Fires Closed

On July 5, 2013 the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Recall Query RQ13-003 to investigate whether the service procedures utilized in recall bulletins 13136 and 13142 for safety recall 13V-173 were sufficient to identify the safety defect in the subject vehicles. These safety recalls were issue on May 3, 2013 to address the improper function of the Generator Control Module (GCM) in certain model year (MY)…

NHTSA #RQ13003 · Electrical System · opened Jul 2013 · closed Jul 2014

An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.

Manufacturer service bulletins 1901

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 1901.

This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it.

Bulletin PIT5698F · Sep 2026

This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

Bulletin PIP4902W · Sep 2026

This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available.

Bulletin PIT3271Q · Apr 2026

This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and upload to a Technical Assistance Case in CX Connect.

Bulletin PIP6104 · Mar 2026

This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

Bulletin PIP4902V · Mar 2026

This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

Bulletin PIP4902U · Jan 2026

This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have had multiple repair attempts that are being performed on customer’s vehicles that exhibit vibration conditions without utilizing the support of General M…

Bulletin PIT5214G · Nov 2025

New Vehicle Monitoring Programs Section in IVH

Bulletin 13598 · Sep 2025

This Warranty Administration service bulletin provides Lithium-Ion battery Exchange Process and Transaction Submission information.

Bulletin 18-NA-180 · Electrical System, Fuel/propulsion System · Sep 2025

This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

Bulletin PIP4902T · Aug 2025

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the MALIBU ECO EASSIST FWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

2013 Chevrolet malibu eco trims & engines on record

Trims
1LT ECO · 2LT ECO
Engines
2.4L 4-cyl

2013 Chevrolet malibu eco vehicles on record

2013 Chevrolet malibu eco — frequently asked questions

Does the 2013 Chevrolet malibu eco have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2013 Chevrolet malibu eco. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

How much is a 2013 Chevrolet malibu eco worth?

Comparable 2013 Chevrolet malibu eco listings run roughly $7,500–$10,499, typically around $8,998 (from 7 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.