2015 Chevrolet Impala vs 2016 Chevrolet Impala
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2015 Chevrolet Impala | 2016 Chevrolet Impala |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 298 | 110 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,657 | 1,290 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 11 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–25 | 21–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 60,000 mi | 57,292 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Impala | Chevrolet Impala |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 95 | 30 |
| Steering | 44 | 16 |
| Lane Departure | 42 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 29 | 16 |
| Engine | 19 | 20 |
| Power Train | 16 | 16 |
| Service Brakes | 23 | 8 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 20 | 10 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 21 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 12 | 9 |
| Steering problems | 12 | 0 |
| Stalling | 11 | 9 |
| Loss of power | 11 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 9 | 6 |
| Electrical failures | 8 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 0 |
2015 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.