2016–2025 Chevrolet Malibu
By Tom Becker ✓ Certified Mechanic · Published Sep 21, 2026 · Updated Oct 22, 2026
Quick answer: Wiper Blade Replacement on a 2016–2025 Chevrolet Malibu is rated Easy and takes about 10–15 minutes. You'll need 2 tools for this job, and parts cost about $66. This guide walks you through the full job step by step, including the mistakes to avoid.
| Part Name | Part Number | Price | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driver wiper blade, 26" | Bosch 26A | $32.99 | |
| Passenger wiper blade, 18" | Bosch 18B | $32.99 |
About prices: shown prices are typical retail averages and change frequently; cheaper alternatives may be available. Confirm the current price before buying.
💡 Pro tip: Order all parts at once to save on shipping
Follow these steps carefully
The ninth-gen Malibu takes 26 driver, 18 passenger — no rear wiper, so don't buy a third blade. The 2016 Limited is the old body style at 24/19 — check your door jamb sticker. Arms are 9mm small J-hooks.
In my experience, The 2016 Limited is the trap — same badge, old body, wrong sizes. Check the door jamb sticker before you buy, not after.
The arms rest on open glass at the cowl — no service position, so lift them straight up. If yours has rain-sensing wipers, switch the stalk off so they can't sweep while your fingers are on the blades.
Raise the arm; towel on the windshield under it. Press the saddle's release button and slide the old 26-inch blade off the small J-hook. The long hood means a stretch — work from the side, not across the fender.
Long hood, far reach — work from the side of the car. I've watched people lean across the fender and put a crease in it reaching for the arm.
Unbox the new 26-inch blade, verify the J-hook adapter is in place, and strip the guard from the rubber edge. Lay it beside the old blade to confirm the length and saddle match.
Push the new blade up into the hook until the saddle clicks over the arm tip. Tug firmly along the arm — zero play allowed. Lower the arm onto the glass by hand; never let a bare arm snap back.
Repeat the release-and-hook routine on the passenger side with the 18-inch blade. No rear wiper on the sedan, so you're done once the second blade clicks in and lies flat. Check both blades sit square with no twist.
Fill the washer bottle, run sweeps. Look for streak-free clearing with no tip chatter on the blade. A smearing blade needs the hook latch re-seated — the 9mm hook needs a positive click. Log the date and the 26/18 pairing.
Test your repair before closing everything up. If something doesn't work right, double-check your steps.
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
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