2013 Chevrolet Impala vs 2013 Ford C-Max
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 | 2013 Chevrolet Impala | 2013 Ford C-Max |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 270 | 187 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,536 | 88 |
| Investigations | 0 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 16 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22 | 40 |
| Median reported mileage | 54,000 mi | 69,489 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Impala | Ford C-Max |
|---|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 108 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 52 | 51 |
| Steering | 34 | 39 |
| Power Train | 33 | 37 |
| Service Brakes | 51 | 8 |
| Engine | 30 | 16 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 20 | 8 |
| Wheels | 23 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Hesitation / surging | 22 | 0 |
| Stalling | 16 | 10 |
| Check engine light | 10 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 9 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 5 | 11 |
| Electrical failures | 5 | 6 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 11 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 9 |
2013 Chevrolet Impala
2013 Ford C-Max
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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.