2011 Chevrolet Malibu
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2011 Chevrolet Malibu is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 891 on record.
2011 Chevrolet Malibu at a glance
Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.
2011 Chevrolet Malibu recalls 4
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2011 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver frontal air bag, the air bag inflator may explode due to being overpressurized.
Fix: GM has notified owners, and dealers will replace the front driver air bag module, free of charge. The recall began February 25, 2019. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-522-9559. GM's number for this recall is N182206630.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2004-2012 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured May 16, 2003, through October 11, 2012, 2004-2007 Malibu Maxx vehicles manufactured June 25, 2003, through April 5, 2007, 2005-2010 Pontiac G6 vehicles manufactured May 26, 2004, through January 4, 2010, and 2007-2010 Saturn Aura vehicles manufactured April 24, 2006, through May 26, 2009. In the affected vehicle…
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will attach the wiring harness to the BCM with a spacer, apply dielectric lubricant to both the BCM and harness connector and the BAS and harness connector, and will relearn the brake pedal home position, free of charge. The manufacturer distributed an Interim le…
Dorman Products, Inc. (Dorman) is recalling certain replacement intermediate steering shafts sold under the Dorman, OE Solutions, and Solutions brand names, part numbers 425-167, 2425167, and 7-3074, for installation on 2004-2012 Chevrolet Malibu, 2005-2010 Pontiac G6, and 2007-2009 Saturn Aura vehicles. The affected steering shafts may have a yoke that inadequately supports the u-joint bearing resulting in a prema…
Fix: Dorman will notify owners, and dealers will refund the purchase price or replace the steering shafts, free of charge. The recall began in September 2014. Owners may contact Dorman customer service at 1-800-523-2492.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured April 8, 2010, to October 11, 2012. In the affected vehicles, the flexible steel cables that connect the seat belts to the vehicle at the outside of the driver seat and the front passenger seat may be bent from being sat on while entering the vehicle. This repeated bending may result in the cable breaking.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the outboard lap anchor mounting bracket and inspect the flexible steel cable, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 16, 2015. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this re…
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.
2011 Chevrolet Malibu common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 976 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2011 Chevrolet Malibu safety ratings
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2011 Chevrolet Malibu 4 DR FWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
2011 Chevrolet Malibu MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2011 Chevrolet Malibu worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2011 Chevrolet Malibu costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($8,270) with the same model 5 model-years older ($2,856), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2011 Chevrolet Malibu trims & engines on record
2011 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles on record
2011 Chevrolet Malibu LT11G1ZC5EU9BF379693
2011 Chevrolet Malibu LS1G1ZB5E14BF326361
2011 Chevrolet Malibu LS1G1ZB5E13BF325251
2011 Chevrolet Malibu LS1G1ZB5E1XBF331046
2011 Chevrolet Malibu LS Fleet1G1ZA5E19BF152614
2011 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ1G1ZE5E79BF382789
2011 Chevrolet Malibu LT11G1ZC5E15BF126456
2011 Chevrolet Malibu LT11G1ZC5E13BF380618
2011 Chevrolet Malibu LT11G1ZC5E1XBF136867
2011 Chevrolet Malibu LT11G1ZC5E17BF250650
2011 Chevrolet Malibu LS Fleet1G1ZA5E16BF265470
2011 Chevrolet Malibu LS1G1ZB5E18BF363476
2011 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ1G1ZE5E10BF397600
2011 Chevrolet Malibu LS1G1ZB5E17BF256385
2011 Chevrolet Malibu LT11G1ZC5E15BF288328
2011 Chevrolet Malibu LS1G1ZB5E17BF342859
2011 Chevrolet Malibu LT11G1ZC5E17BF258702
2011 Chevrolet Malibu LT21G1ZD5E13BF210384
2011 Chevrolet Malibu LT11G1ZC5E18BF364978
2011 Chevrolet Malibu LT11G1ZC5E1XBF262890
2011 Chevrolet Malibu LS1G1ZB5E16BF282508
2011 Chevrolet Malibu LT11G1ZC5E11BF242530
2011 Chevrolet Malibu LS1G1ZB5E13BF197383
2011 Chevrolet Malibu LS Fleet1G1ZA5EU7BF197125
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2011 Chevrolet Malibu — frequently asked questions
Does the 2011 Chevrolet Malibu have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2011 Chevrolet Malibu. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Chevrolet Malibu?
Based on 976 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, steering, exterior lighting.
What is the 2011 Chevrolet Malibu safety rating?
NHTSA gives the 2011 Chevrolet Malibu an overall crash-test rating of 4 out of 5 stars (frontal 4★, side 5★, rollover 4★).
What gas mileage does the 2011 Chevrolet Malibu get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2011 Chevrolet Malibu at about 24 mpg combined (20 city / 30 highway).
How much is a 2011 Chevrolet Malibu worth?
Comparable 2011 Chevrolet Malibu listings run roughly $5,900–$10,600, typically around $8,270 (from 891 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.