2016 Chevrolet Impala vs 2018 Chevrolet Impala
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 23, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2016 Chevrolet Impala | 2018 Chevrolet Impala |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 111 | 59 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,292 | 880 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 6 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–25 | 22–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 58,646 mi | 45,365 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Impala | Chevrolet Impala |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 30 | 11 |
| Engine | 21 | 7 |
| Power Train | 16 | 11 |
| Steering | 16 | 7 |
| Air Bags | 16 | 6 |
| Service Brakes | 8 | 7 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 10 | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 7 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 9 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 9 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 6 | 0 |
2016 Chevrolet Impala
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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.