2015 Chevrolet Impala vs 2015 Kia Cadenza
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2015 Chevrolet Impala | 2015 Kia Cadenza |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 298 | 48 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,657 | 96 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 11 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–25 | 22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 60,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Impala | Kia Cadenza |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 95 | 13 |
| Steering | 44 | 3 |
| Lane Departure | 42 | 0 |
| Engine | 19 | 13 |
| Air Bags | 29 | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 22 | 4 |
| Service Brakes | 23 | 1 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 20 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 21 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 12 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 12 | 0 |
| Stalling | 11 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 11 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 9 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 8 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 0 |
2015 Chevrolet Impala
2015 Kia Cadenza
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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.