2016 Chevrolet Impala vs 2016 Hyundai Sonata
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2016 Chevrolet Impala | 2016 Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 111 | 725 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,293 | 228 |
| Investigations | 0 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 19 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 28 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–25 | 26–40 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 58,646 mi | 67,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Impala | Hyundai Sonata |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 21 | 450 |
| Electrical System | 30 | 89 |
| Power Train | 16 | 59 |
| Service Brakes | 8 | 42 |
| Steering | 16 | 33 |
| Exterior Lighting | 7 | 38 |
| Structure | 7 | 31 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 5 | 33 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 9 | 96 |
| Check engine light | 9 | 101 |
| Airbag warning light | 6 | 0 |
| Oil consumption | 0 | 112 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 58 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 38 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 27 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 0 | 26 |
2016 Chevrolet Impala
2016 Hyundai Sonata
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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.