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2016 Chevrolet Malibu

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

8

8 current

Combined

7.6L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$2,356

20,000 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs cost you nothing. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number — no time limit, however many owners the vehicle has had.

Seats And Restraints

Transport Canada recall 2021522 · manufacturer campaign N212333380

20 August 2021

Transport Canada lists: XT 4 2019–2021 · Malibu 2016–2018, 2020

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a bolt that attaches the rear seat belt retractor(s) may be missing. As a result, the seat belt may not work as designed in a crash. Note: On Chevrolet Malibu models, the right rear seat belt could be affected. On Cadillac XT4 models, both the left and right rear seat belts could be affected.

Why it matters

A seat belt that does not work properly could increase the risk of injury in a crash.

What the dealer will do

General Motors will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to check that the rear seat belt retractor bolts are properly installed. The dealer will replace or tighten the bolt(s), as required.

24 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Other

Transport Canada recall 2019420

21 August 2019

Transport Canada lists: Rainier 2004–2007 · Terraza 2005–2007 · Escalade 2007–2018 · Equinox 2010–2017 · and 60 more

What is wrong

This recall is for aftermarket replacement rear window glass produced by Vitro Automotriz. Certain rear window glass may not have been properly tempered. If the window breaks, the glass may separate into large pieces instead of very small ones. Note: This is a voluntary recall that is not being conducted under the requirements of the Motor Vehicle Safety Act.

Why it matters

Glass that breaks in to large pieces could create a risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

The company will notify consumers by mail and instruct them to inspect the designation code marked on the rear window glass. Products affected by this recall have the designation “DOT 287” along with the lettering “VMR” (Replacement Market) and a date code that is before July 2019. This information is printed on the bottom corner of the glass. Consumers should contact Vitro's customer service at 1-412-995-6457 or argbacklites@vitro.com to arrange for replacement of the glass.

5,327 vehicles affected in CanadaMinivanService Campaign Mfr

Airbag

Transport Canada recall 2018322 · manufacturer campaign 18202

15 June 2018

Transport Canada lists: Malibu 2016–2017

What is wrong

On certain vehicles that had the front passenger presence system (PPS) replaced, the replacement parts may have been incorrectly calibrated. This could cause the PPS not to properly identify certain children and small adults seated in the front passenger seat. If the vehicle was involved in a crash, this could cause the airbag to deploy when it should not, or could cause the airbag not to deploy when it should. Either of these outcomes could increase the risk of injury to the seat occupant.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace the front PPS.

4 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

High Voltage

Transport Canada recall 2016351 · manufacturer campaign 51230

7 July 2016

Transport Canada lists: Malibu 2016

What is wrong

On certain hybrid vehicles, the manual service disconnect (MSD) may not have been properly installed and may not be locked in position. This could cause the MSD to become loose and disconnect while driving, which could cut off all high-voltage power to the vehicle. The loss of high-voltage power could cause the vehicle to stall without warning, which would result in lost propulsion which, in conjunction with traffic and road conditions, and the driver's reactions, could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will inspect and seat the MSD connector properly. The dealer will also install an updated calibration to monitor if the high voltage interlock loop is incomplete.

33 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Powertrain

Transport Canada recall 2016341 · manufacturer campaign 50490

30 June 2016

Transport Canada lists: Verano 2016–2017 · Malibu 2016

What is wrong

Certain vehicles may fail to conform to Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (CMVSS) 114 - Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention. The Electronic Park Lock (EPL) lever in the steering column electrical assembly may have been damaged during manufacturing. As a result, the ignition key could be removed when the vehicle’s transmission is in a position other than park. This could cause unintended vehicle movement, increasing the risk of injury and/or property damage.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will inspect the vehicle and, if necessary, replace the key cylinder lock housing.

1,419 vehicles affected in CanadaCarCompliance Mfr

Brakes

Transport Canada recall 2016199 · manufacturer campaign 39440

5 May 2016

Transport Canada lists: Malibu 2016

What is wrong

Certain vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (CMVSS) 126 - Electronic Stability Control Systems. The memory chip in the electronic brake control module (EBCM) may fail and cause the loss of electronically controlled brake systems, including anti-lock brakes (ABS) and electronic stability control (ESC). As a result, the vehicle could be more difficult to control in situations where these brake systems would normally be engaged, which could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will install a replacement EBCM. Note: This condition does not affect the primary braking system; the service brakes will operate normally.

56 vehicles affected in CanadaCarCompliance Mfr

Structure

Transport Canada recall 2016116 · manufacturer campaign 31820

11 March 2016

Transport Canada lists: Malibu 2016

What is wrong

Certain vehicles may not comply with the side impact protection requirements of United States Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 214, which is voluntarily-adopted in Canada. The two weld studs that mount the front and rear side impact airbag (“SIAB”) inflators to the seat frame may fracture and separate during airbag deployment. If the vehicle is involved in a crash that warrants side airbag deployment, and both weld studs were to fracture, the inflated cushion may not remain in its intended position and may separate from the seat, increasing the risk of injury to vehicle occupants.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will inspect and replace the affected side airbag modules as necessary, which may include any combination of left, right, front, and/or rear side airbag modules.

105 vehicles affected in CanadaCarCompliance Mfr

Airbag

Transport Canada recall 2016102 · manufacturer campaign 28030

2 March 2016

Transport Canada lists: Colorado 2016 · Malibu 2016 · Canyon 2016

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the second stage of the driver frontal airbag may not deploy properly in certain high speed crashes. If the vehicle were to be involved in a high speed crash that triggers the second-stage deployment of the driver frontal airbag, the second stage of the inflator may not fill the airbag as completely and as quickly as designed, which could increase the risk of injury to the driver.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace the driver frontal airbag module.

161 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Mid-size
In its class
More efficient than 77% of 193 2016 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
179 g/km

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Common questions

Does the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 8 recalls on record for the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu get?
NRCan rates the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu at 7.6 L/100 km combined, emitting 179 g of CO2 per kilometre. There are 4 rated versions; this is the median.
What does it cost to run a 2016 Chevrolet Malibu for a year?
At 20,000 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $2,356 in fuel, producing roughly 3,511 kg of CO2. Your own distance and prices will change this — the calculator lets you set both.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 30 July 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.