2003 Chevrolet Impala vs 2005 Chevrolet Impala
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2003 Chevrolet Impala | 2005 Chevrolet Impala |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 694 | 609 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 477 | 555 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 32 | 39 |
| Fire reports | 32 | 13 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–22 | 20–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 85,000 mi | 77,516 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Impala | Chevrolet Impala |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 264 | 331 |
| Exterior Lighting | 103 | 49 |
| Engine | 88 | 30 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 80 | 31 |
| Steering | 30 | 60 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 54 | 30 |
| Power Train | 30 | 52 |
| Air Bags | 39 | 33 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Won’t start | 69 | 28 |
| Stalling | 56 | 44 |
| Rust / corrosion | 21 | 0 |
| Overheating | 18 | 18 |
| Vibration / shaking | 15 | 13 |
| Check engine light | 12 | 9 |
| Hesitation / surging | 12 | 7 |
| Loss of power | 11 | 0 |
2003 Chevrolet Impala
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.