2007 Buick Lucerne vs 2007 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 | 2007 Buick Lucerne | 2007 Chevrolet Impala |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 164 | 627 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 830 | 934 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 21 | 52 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 10 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–20 | 19–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 53,000 mi | 60,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Lucerne | Chevrolet Impala |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 59 | 128 |
| Steering | 14 | 101 |
| Engine | 17 | 77 |
| Suspension | 8 | 85 |
| Power Train | 6 | 80 |
| Air Bags | 24 | 49 |
| Tires | 8 | 55 |
| Wheels | 15 | 35 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 14 | 65 |
| Rust / corrosion | 7 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 6 | 15 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 31 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 22 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 18 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 16 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 15 |
2007 Buick Lucerne
2007 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.