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2013 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

9

9 current

Combined

8.9L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$2,759

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.

Suspension

Transport Canada recall 2021510 · manufacturer campaign N212330130

12 August 2021

Transport Canada lists: Lacrosse 2013 · Regal 2013 · Malibu 2013

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the protective coating on the rear suspension toe links may chip away. If this happens, the metal can rust and the toe link could break. A broken toe link can affect vehicle stability and could cause a loss of directional control. Note: This recall is an expansion of Transport Canada recall 2020-615. This recall only affects vehicles that were originally sold or ever registered in areas of heavy road salt usage (Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland & Labrador).

Why it matters

A loss of vehicle stability could cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

General Motors will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the rear suspension toe links and adjuster fasteners.

685 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Suspension

Transport Canada recall 2020615 · manufacturer campaign N202308930

10 December 2020

Transport Canada lists: Lacrosse 2010–2013 · Regal 2012–2013 · Malibu 2013

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the protective coating on the rear suspension toe links may chip away. If this happens, the metal can rust and the toe link could break. A broken toe link can affect vehicle stability and could cause a loss of directional control. Note: This recall only affects vehicles that were originally sold or ever registered in areas of heavy road salt usage (Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland & Labrador).

Why it matters

A loss of vehicle stability could cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

General Motors will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the rear suspension toe links and adjuster fasteners.

10,006 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

Structure

Transport Canada recall 2015118 · manufacturer campaign 15176

18 March 2015

Transport Canada lists: Malibu 2013–2015

What is wrong

Certain vehicles equipped with power-operated sunroof systems may fail to conform to Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (CMVSS) 118 - Power-Operated Window, Partition and Roof Panel Systems. The roof panels could close automatically when the non-recessed portion of the “Slide” or “Tilt” switches are pressed and the roof panel is open, which is contrary to the standard. The switch could be more susceptible to an inadvertent actuation, which could result in unintended auto-closure of the roof panel, increasing the risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will update the Body Control Module (BCM), which will remove the "one touch" (momentary actuation) feature for certain switch positions.

4,927 vehicles affected in CanadaCarCompliance Mfr

Lights And Instruments

Transport Canada recall 2014310 · manufacturer campaign 12212

23 July 2014

Transport Canada lists: Regal 2011–2013 · Malibu 2013

What is wrong

Certain vehicles may not comply with the requirements of Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 108 - Lighting System and Retroreflective Devices. If one of the two front turn signal bulbs burn out in either front turn signal lamp, no indication would be provided to the driver, which is contrary to the requirements of the standard.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will update vehicle software.

6,809 vehicles affected in CanadaCarCompliance Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2013401 · manufacturer campaign 13342

13 November 2013

Transport Canada lists: Malibu 2013

What is wrong

On certain vehicles equipped with 8-way power adjustable seats, the seat wiring may chafe against the seat frame and cause a short. This could result in unintended seat movement, inoperative seat adjustment, sparking under the seat, smoke and/or fire. These issues could increase the risk of injury and/or damage to property.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will inspect and repair wiring as necessary.

13 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2013149 · manufacturer campaign 13136, 13142

6 May 2013

Transport Canada lists: Lacrosse 2012–2013 · Regal 2012–2013 · Malibu 2013

What is wrong

On certain vehicles equipped with eAssist, the Generator Control Module (GCM) may not function correctly. This could cause a gradual loss of battery charge, which would illuminate the malfunction indicator lamp. Eventually, the engine may stall. In conjunction with traffic and road conditions, and the driver's reactions, this could increase the risk of a crash. In addition, there may be a burning or melting odour, smoke and possibly a fire in the trunk. These issues could result in property damage and/or personal injury.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the Generator Control Module.

604 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Lights And Instruments

Transport Canada recall 2013043 · manufacturer campaign 12162

6 February 2013

Transport Canada lists: Malibu 2013

What is wrong

Certain vehicles fail to conform to Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 102 - Transmission Control Functions. The console shift indicator, in rare circumstances, may not illuminate the shift position selected and the positions in relation to each other during a key cycle. The illumination returns with a new key cycle.

What the dealer will do

Since this non-compliance condition does not pose any safety risk, no corrective action is required.

412 vehicles affected in CanadaCarCompliance Mfr

Suspension

Transport Canada recall 2013023 · manufacturer campaign 13008

23 January 2013

Transport Canada lists: Malibu 2013

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, one or more rear suspension bolt(s) may not have been tightened top the specified torque during vehicle assembly. If the bolt(s) loosen, sudden changes in vehicle handling could occur, particularly at higher speeds. A loss of vehicle control could result in a crash causing property damage and/or personal injury.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, tighten the rear suspension bolts.

667 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Mid-size
In its class
More efficient than 57% of 161 2013 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
205 g/km

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Common questions

Does the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 9 recalls on record for the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu get?
NRCan rates the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu at 8.9 L/100 km combined, emitting 205 g of CO2 per kilometre. There are 3 rated versions; this is the median.
What does it cost to run a 2013 Chevrolet Malibu for a year?
At 20,000 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $2,759 in fuel, producing roughly 4,112 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.