What's Wrong with the 7th Generation (2008–2009) Malibu Hybrid?

Malibu Hybrid owners have made 1 complaint about the 2008–2009 model years. Using our PainRank™ system we've ranked it 1st out of 80 Chevrolet generations in overall reliability, with plenty of engine concerns.

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What Owners Complain About

Sometimes it helps just to tally up the complaints and see where the biggest stacks are. Use this information to learn about troublespots or to run for the hills.

Worst Issues

What Breaks the Most

Years to Avoid

7th Generation (2008–2009) Malibu Hybrid Key Numbers

  1. 1 model year

    Grouping all models by their year can reveal some baddies.

  2. 1 complaint

    Running tally of owner grievances filed to CarComplaints.com.

  3. 1st in reliability

    Overall reliability rank out of 80 eligible generations.