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Chevrolet Malibu RS2013

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Where to Find Chevrolet Malibu RS

Location data for all 2013 Chevrolet Malibu trims combined

39States

Texas has the most inventory at 8%, with options spread across 39 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

Chevrolet Malibu Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2013 Chevrolet Malibu trims

Elevated

Federal safety data shows 9 recalls and 910 complaints for the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu, a elevated safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

9
Recalls
910
Complaints
37
Crashes
11
Fires
Recall Findings
20V7640002020-21-12
SUSPENSION:REAR

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Buick Regal, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu, and 2010-2013 Buick Lacrosse vehicles sold or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, or Wisconsin. These vehicles may have rear toe links that received excessive electrocoating (e-coat) corrosion protection, which could cause the e-coat to become brittle and break away when contacted by road debris. Over time, the e-coat may chip away, exposing the metal toe link and making it more susceptible to corrosion. Corrosion may eventually cause the toe link to thin and ultimately to fracture.

A rear toe link fracture may reduce the driver's ability to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

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21V6330002021-12-08
SUSPENSION:REAR

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013 Buick Regal, Chevrolet Malibu, and Buick Lacrosse vehicles sold or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, or Wisconsin. These vehicles may have rear toe links that received excessive electrocoating (e-coat) corrosion protection, which could cause the e-coat to become brittle and break away when contacted by road debris. Over time, the e-coat may chip away, exposing the metal toe link and making it more susceptible to corrosion. Corrosion may eventually cause the toe link to thin and ultimately fracture.

A rear toe link fracture may reduce the driver's ability to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

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21V00F0002021-22-12
SUSPENSION:REAR

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Buick Lacrosse, 2012-2013 Buick Regal, and 2013 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles sold or ever registered in Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, or Wisconsin. These vehicles may have rear toe links that received an improper amount of electrocoating (e-coat) corrosion protection, which could cause the e-coat to become brittle and break away when contacted by road debris. Over time, the e-coat may chip away, exposing the metal toe link and making it more susceptible to corrosion. Corrosion may eventually cause the toe link to thin and ultimately fracture.

A rear toe link fracture may reduce the driver's ability to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

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12V4840002012-04-10
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Buick Regal and model year 2013 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with two turn signal bulbs in each front turn signal. If one of the two front turn signal bulbs burn out in either front turn signal lamp, there is no indication to the driver. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

If the driver is not aware that a turn signal is not functioning properly, the driver may continue to drive the vehicle. If half of a front turn signal is not illuminating, other driver's may not be aware that the affected vehicle is turning, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

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15V1640002015-23-03
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles October 24, 2011, to March 5, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the Slide or Tilt switch for the roof panel may not be adequately recessed to prevent the switch from inadvertently being pressed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 118, "Power-Operated Window, Partition, and Roof Panel Systems."

The Slide or Tilt roof panel switch may inadvertently be pressed and the roof panel may auto-close unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a pinch injury.

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15V2450002015-24-04
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured April 10, 2012, to August 2, 2012. In the affected vehicles, the console transmission gear selection indicator may not illuminate the shift position selected. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 102, "Transmission Shift Position Sequence, Starter Interlock, and Transmission Braking Effect."

If the console shift indicator does not illuminate the transmission gear selection, a driver could inadvertently select a transmission position other than the position the driver intended, increasing the risk of a crash.

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13V5660002013-13-11
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured October 25, 2011, through June 29, 2012 and equipped with the 8-way power adjustable front seat feature. The wiring harness for the power seat may contact the seat frame which may chafe the harness.

If the harness is chaffed enough to expose the wires, a short circuit could occur, resulting unintended movement of the seat, the seat to become inoperative, sparking under the seat, flickering lights, smoke, or possibly a fire.

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13V0240002013-23-01
SUSPENSION:REAR

General Motors is recalling certain model year 2013 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles, manufactured December 6, 2011, through January 15, 2013. One or more rear suspension bolts may not have been tightened to the specified torque. This may lead to sudden changes in vehicle handling.

Sudden changes in vehicle handling may increase the risk of a crash.

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12V2240002012-18-05
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

GENERAL MOTORS (GM) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2013 CHEVROLET MALIBU VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 24, 2011, THROUGH MARCH 31, 2012. AFTER AN EVENT OF HARD BRAKING, THE SENSING AND DIAGNOSTIC MODULE (SDM) MAY RESET ITSELF.

IF THIS OCCURS DURING AN AGGRESSIVE TURNING MANEUVER, AND THEN AFTERWARDS A POTENTIAL VEHICLE ROLLOVER EVENT IS SENSED, THE ROOF RAIL AIRBAG MAY UNINTENTIONALLY DEPLOY. ADDITIONALLY, THE AIR BAGS AND/OR SEATBELT PRETENSIONERS MAY NOT DEPLOY DURING A SEVERE CRASH, INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 910 issues reported over 1 model years, electrical system problems are the most common for the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Electrical System132
02Engine63
03Steering60
04Suspension47
05Air Bags41
910 total across 1 model years (2013–2013)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Chevrolet Malibu Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2013 Chevrolet Malibu trims

24–29mpg combined
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21-25city
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29-36hwy
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$2,350-$2,800/yr

The 2013 Chevrolet Malibu delivers 24 to 29 MPG combined across 3 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim
Malibu eAssist - Automatic (S6)
29mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
25 city36 hwy~$2,350/yr8/10 Clean
Malibu - Automatic (S6)
26mpg
2.5L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
22 city33 hwy~$2,600/yr7/10 Clean
Malibu - Automatic (S6)
24mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
21 city29 hwy~$2,800/yr6/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

2013 Chevrolet Malibu RS FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the RS compare to other Chevrolet Malibu trims?

Every Chevrolet Malibu trim targets a different buyer. The 2013 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu RS?

Maintenance costs for the RS align with the broader Chevrolet Malibu ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 2013 model year has 9 recalls on record. The most-reported issue area is electrical system. Check the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Chevrolet Malibu RS?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Chevrolet Malibu RS year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Chevrolet Malibu overview compares all years side by side.

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