2012 Chevrolet Impala vs 2013 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Impala | 2013 Chevrolet Impala |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 258 | 270 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,470 | 1,536 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 20 | 16 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22 | 22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 49,671 mi | 54,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Impala | Chevrolet Impala |
|---|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 54 | 108 |
| Electrical System | 58 | 52 |
| Steering | 49 | 34 |
| Service Brakes | 32 | 51 |
| Engine | 40 | 30 |
| Power Train | 27 | 33 |
| Wheels | 19 | 23 |
| Suspension | 22 | 17 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 23 | 16 |
| Check engine light | 13 | 10 |
| Clunking / rattling | 12 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 8 | 5 |
| Vibration / shaking | 8 | 9 |
| Hesitation / surging | 7 | 22 |
| Electrical failures | 5 | 5 |
2012 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.