2025 Chevrolet Malibu
1 recalls · 5 complaints · Safety Score A
Recall History
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The rearview camera screen may display a distorted or blank image.
Consequence & Remedy
Consequence: A rearview image that does not display correctly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 18, 2026. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N262551720. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 2, 2026.
Recent Complaints
| Date | Component | Description | Crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/09/2026 | Back Over Prevention | The contact owns a 2025 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V212000 (Back Ov... | No | No |
| 04/07/2026 | Back Over Prevention | The contact owns a 2025 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact became aware that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 2... | No | No |
| 10/18/2025 | Power Train,electrical System,unknown or Other | Vehicle was parked, all windows and doors closed. Key remained out of the vehicle. Car parked for several hours without ... | No | No |
| 08/15/2025 | Unknown or Other | Backup camera has blurred vision when in R, the view on the dashboard is extremely blurry and seems to be condensed/ wet... | No | No |
| 04/29/2025 | Electrical System | Chevy sold me a vehicle knowing that the radio was faulty and known to glitching out. I took it to the dealer and they r... | No | No |
Most Complained-About Components
Frequently Asked Questions
The 2025 Chevrolet Malibu has 1 recall campaigns on record with NHTSA. Total complaints filed: 5.
The 2025 Chevrolet Malibu has a Safety Score of 81/100 (Grade A). This score factors in recall severity (40%), complaint frequency (30%), crash and fire reports (20%), and trend direction (10%).
The 2025 Chevrolet Malibu received a Safety Score of A. This vehicle has a better-than-average safety record. No crash reports are on file.
Contact your nearest Chevrolet dealership to schedule a free recall repair. You can also check your specific vehicle by VIN at NHTSA.gov. Manufacturers are required by law to fix recall-related defects at no cost.
Safety Score is calculated from recall severity (40%), complaint frequency (30%), crash/fire reports (20%), and safety trend (10%).
Source: NHTSA vehicle recall database, 2026.