2016 Chevrolet Impala vs 2016 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 | 2016 Chevrolet Impala | 2016 Ford C-Max |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 110 | 21 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,290 | 128 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–25 | 39 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 57,292 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Impala | Ford C-Max |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 30 | 2 |
| Engine | 20 | 1 |
| Power Train | 16 | 2 |
| Air Bags | 16 | 1 |
| Steering | 16 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 10 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 8 | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 7 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 9 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 9 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 6 | 0 |
2016 Chevrolet Impala
2016 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.