2010 Buick Lucerne vs 2010 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 | 2010 Buick Lucerne | 2010 Chevrolet Impala |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 54 | 441 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,098 | 1,184 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 18 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–20 | 21–22 |
| Median reported mileage | 59,000 mi | 74,001 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Lucerne | Chevrolet Impala |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 19 | 132 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 102 |
| Engine | 5 | 88 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 74 |
| Power Train | 2 | 67 |
| Steering | 9 | 42 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 47 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 12 | 16 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Won’t start | 6 | 0 |
| Stalling | 0 | 50 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 43 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 39 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 26 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 15 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 10 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 8 |
2010 Buick Lucerne
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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.