2013 Chevrolet Malibu ECO Recalls

Recalls

Component	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Manufacturer	General Motors LLC
Mfr Report Date	20110621
NHTSA Campaign ID	13V173000
Summary	General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012 and 2013 Buick LaCrosse and Regal, and model year 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco vehicles equipped with eAssist. These vehicles may have a condition in which the Generator Control Module (GCM) may not function properly. This could cause a gradual loss of battery charge and the illumination of the malfunction indicator light.
Consequence	If the vehicle is continued to be driven, the engine may stall and/or the vehicle may not start. In addition, there may be a burning or melting odor, smoke, and possibly a fire in the trunk.
Remedy	GM will notify owners and dealers will test the GCM and replace it, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 11, 2013. Owners may contact GM at 1-800-521-7300. GM's recall campaign number is 13136.
Notes	Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated September 2025

Q: Does the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu ECO have any vehicle recalls?
A: Yes, the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu ECO has atleast 1 recall.

Q: What are the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu ECO recalls?
A: The 2013 Chevrolet Malibu ECO recalls include: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM