2021 Chevrolet Malibu
2021 Chevrolet Malibu in NHTSA data: length 492 cm, curb weight 1,418–1,462 kg and 2 recall campaigns.
2021 Chevrolet Malibu at a glance
NHTSA lists 2 specification rows for the 2021 Chevrolet Malibu. Overall length is 492 cm (193.7 in), width 185 cm, height 146 cm and wheelbase 283 cm (111.4 in). Curb weight is 1,418–1,462 kg (3,126–3,223 lb). Against the 2020 model year NHTSA lists overall length 492 cm (2020: 492 cm) and curb weight 1,418–1,462 kg (2020: 1,418–1,462 kg).
Variants and dimensions
One row per variant as NHTSA’s Canadian vehicle specifications list it. Metric values are NHTSA’s; inches and pounds are converted here.
| Variant (as listed by NHTSA) | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MALIBU LS/RS/LT 4DR SEDAN | 492 cm193.7 in | 185 cm72.8 in | 146 cm57.5 in | 283 cm111.4 in | 1,418 kg3,126 lb |
| MALIBU PREMIER 4DR SEDAN | 492 cm193.7 in | 185 cm72.8 in | 146 cm57.5 in | 283 cm111.4 in | 1,462 kg3,223 lb |
Recall campaigns for the 2021 Chevrolet Malibu
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this make, model and model year. This is not a check of one car: whether a campaign is open on a specific vehicle depends on its VIN. Check an exact VIN on NHTSA.gov.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22V359000 | 19 May 2022 | SEATS | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Chevrolet Malibu, 2022 Chevrolet Equinox, Blazer and Cadillac XT4 vehicles. The driver's seat cushion frame may have an improper weld in the power tilt-adjustment mechanism. |
| 21V649000 | 20 August 2021 | SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2021 Chevrolet Malibu and 2019-2021 Cadillac XT4 vehicles. The rear seat belt retractors may be improperly secured with loose or missing fasteners. |
Other Malibu model years
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Data from NHTSA vPIC and the NHTSA recalls API, fetched 17 October 2026. See how the data is built.