Recall 13V024 affects 8,519 2013 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles for loose rear suspension bolts. Repair is free at any franchised Chevrolet dealer.
Chevrolet is recalling 8,519 2013 Malibu vehicles because one or more rear suspension bolts were not tightened to the specified torque. The defect can lead to sudden changes in handling and raise the risk of a crash; Chevrolet dealers will complete the repair free of charge once the remedy is available.
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What's wrong?
The rear suspension on the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu holds the rear wheels in position and lets them move up and down over bumps while the body stays controlled. Its bolts clamp key suspension parts together at a specified tightness, called torque, so those parts stay fixed under braking, cornering, and rough roads.
On affected Malibus, one or more rear suspension bolts were not tightened to the specified torque during assembly. A loose bolt lets the joint shift instead of holding the suspension in its intended position. When that happens, the rear suspension geometry changes quickly, and the vehicle's handling can change suddenly.
There is no warning sign before failure. The first thing an owner notices is a sudden change in how the Malibu tracks, turns, or feels from the rear of the car.
Who's affected?
| 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | rear suspension |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 8,519 |
Not every 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific sedan is included.
What's the safety risk?
Sudden changes in vehicle handling can make the Malibu harder to control and increase the risk of a crash. Drive cautiously, and schedule the dealer inspection soon. If the vehicle feels unstable, slow down, pull over where safe, and call a Chevrolet dealer before continuing. Repair will be free at any franchised Chevrolet dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Chevrolet dealer to ask whether the free rear-suspension-bolt inspection and retightening is open for your VIN.
- Bring the recall notice if Chevrolet sent one. Reference recall number 13V024 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the rear suspension bolts are inspected and retightened; sudden handling changes increase crash risk.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Chevrolet technician will inspect the rear suspension bolts and retighten any bolts that are below the specified torque. The dealer repair will be free once available, and parts and labor are covered under the recall. This repair addresses the loose rear suspension fasteners described in campaign 13V024, the condition tied to sudden changes in vehicle handling. Ask the Chevrolet service desk to confirm the recall on your VIN before repair work begins.
Timeline
| January 21, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
|---|---|
| January 23, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V024?
Recall 13V024 covers 8,519 2013 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles with rear suspension bolts that were not tightened to the specified torque. Loose rear suspension bolts can cause sudden changes in vehicle handling and increase crash risk. Chevrolet dealers will inspect and retighten the bolts for free.
What should I do if my 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Malibu is included in recall 13V024. If it is, contact a franchised Chevrolet dealer to schedule the rear suspension bolt inspection. Reference recall number 13V024 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
No. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair recall defects at no cost, and Chevrolet dealers will inspect the rear suspension bolts and retighten them free of charge.
What is the safety risk in recall 13V024?
The safety risk is sudden changes in vehicle handling. Chevrolet reported that one or more rear suspension bolts were not tightened to the specified torque, and NHTSA campaign 13V024 says that handling changes increase crash risk. The dealer repair corrects the bolt torque for free.
What if I bought my Chevrolet Malibu used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is included, then call a franchised Chevrolet dealer and reference recall 13V024.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V024000 |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet customer service | 1-800-521-7300 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V024 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V024000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →