2016 Chevrolet Impala vs 2016 Ford Taurus
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 Taurus |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 110 | 78 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,290 | 110 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–25 | 19–23 |
| Median reported mileage | 57,292 mi | 56,965 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Impala | Ford Taurus |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 30 | 6 |
| Engine | 20 | 12 |
| Steering | 16 | 9 |
| Back Over Prevention | 0 | 24 |
| Air Bags | 16 | 4 |
| Power Train | 16 | 3 |
| Structure | 7 | 6 |
| Service Brakes | 8 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 9 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 9 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 6 | 0 |
2016 Chevrolet Impala
2016 Ford Taurus
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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.