2005 Chevrolet Impala vs 2006 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 | 2005 Chevrolet Impala | 2006 Chevrolet Impala |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 609 | 524 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 555 | 803 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 39 | 58 |
| Fire reports | 13 | 22 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–22 | 19–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 77,516 mi | 75,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Impala | Chevrolet Impala |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 331 | 124 |
| Steering | 60 | 135 |
| Power Train | 52 | 108 |
| Engine | 30 | 59 |
| Air Bags | 33 | 47 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 24 | 41 |
| Exterior Lighting | 49 | 11 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 31 | 27 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 44 | 32 |
| Won’t start | 28 | 0 |
| Overheating | 18 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 13 | 23 |
| Shifting problems | 12 | 14 |
| Check engine light | 9 | 17 |
| Hesitation / surging | 7 | 14 |
| Clunking / rattling | 7 | 15 |
2005 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.