repaired · 2017 Q4
Sensor: occupant classification
Risk. If the wires are damaged, the passenger presence sensory system may fail to recognize that the passenger seat is occupied, disabling the air bag.
2010 Chevrolet ImpalaProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 442 owner complaints about the 2010 Chevrolet Impala, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 4 safety recalls, and for recall 16V-507 the manufacturer reports only 51% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 7, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2010 Chevrolet Impala has problems
442 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
132Electrical system9 crash/fire/injury
103Air bags12 crash/fire/injury
88Engine1 crash/fire/injury
74Electronic stability control (ESC)
67Power train1 crash/fire/injury
47Vehicle speed control3 crash/fire/injury
42Steering
21Traction control system
21Service brakes
11718 other systems4 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 132 | 9 |
| Air bags | 103 | 12 |
| Engine | 88 | 1 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 74 | 0 |
| Power train | 67 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 47 | 3 |
| Steering | 42 | 4 |
| Traction control system | 21 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 21 | 3 |
| 18 other systems | 117 | 4 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
4 recalls
2010 Chevrolet Impala recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2016 Q2
Electrical system: ignition
Risk. If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
no report yet
Control arm: lower arm
Risk. A broken control arm can result in the loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
no report yet
Front: anchorage
Risk. THE SAFETY BELT MAY NOT RESTRAIN THE OCCUPANT AS INTENDED DURING A CRASH, WHICH COULD RESULT IN INJURY TO THE OCCUPANT.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Chevrolet.
Mileage at failure
When do electrical system problems start?
78kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 96 electrical system complaints. 68% were reported before 100,000 miles.
3under 30k miles65under 100k miles31100k miles or more
Best & worst years
2010 vs. every other Impala year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Impala median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2010 Chevrolet Impala safety ratings
2010 Chevrolet Impala 4-DR w/SAB in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
Frontal crashNot rated
Side barrierNot rated
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: No
- Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words
What Impala owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started, the check air bag and service air bag warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to a local dealer or independent mechanic to be diagnosed or repaired. The contact researched online and…
The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that while the vehicle was turned off and unattended in a parking lot. After about ten minutes, the contact was unlocking the vehicle and noticed fire inside the vehicle near the front of the vehicle near the radio and heater. The contact…
The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that the vehicle made an abnormal grinding sound while starting and while driving. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the grinding sound persisted after turning off the vehicle on several occasions. The…
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