2012 Chevrolet Impala vs 2012 Dodge Charger
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 | 2012 Chevrolet Impala | 2012 Dodge Charger |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 258 | 648 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 14 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,470 | 219 |
| Investigations | 0 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 20 | 20 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 49 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22 | 18–23 |
| Median reported mileage | 49,671 mi | 64,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Impala | Dodge Charger |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 58 | 359 |
| Engine | 40 | 94 |
| Air Bags | 20 | 111 |
| Steering | 49 | 53 |
| Power Train | 27 | 65 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 54 | 35 |
| Service Brakes | 32 | 43 |
| Exterior Lighting | 8 | 52 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 23 | 121 |
| Check engine light | 13 | 33 |
| Clunking / rattling | 12 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 8 | 33 |
| Vibration / shaking | 8 | 11 |
| Hesitation / surging | 7 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 5 | 24 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 36 |
2012 Chevrolet Impala
2012 Dodge Charger
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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.