Verdict
2019 Chevrolet Impala: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2019 Chevrolet Impala — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
Middle-of-the-pack complaint volume for sedan.
Owners filed 28 NHTSA complaints — more complaints than 51% of 2019 sedans. Electrical System leads the reports (25%). 1 safety recall campaign on record — check the VIN and remedy terms with a dealer.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2019 sedans, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
28
Reports to NHTSA, 2019
Safety recalls
1
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
22
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
More complaints than 51% of 2019 sedans
The bar is this car's percentile among 2019 sedans by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Electrical System issues lead owner complaints (25% of 28 reports), followed by air bags (18%).
Share of all 28 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11387008, ODI 11526337, ODI 11385794, ODI 11385049, ODI 11360008.
Recalls(1)
Open a recall to read what NHTSA says is wrong, what can happen, and how it gets fixed. Check the VIN and remedy eligibility with a dealer; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though a manufacturer may offer more coverage.
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General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Equinox, Impala, Cruze, Volt and Bolt EV vehicles, GMC Terrain vehicles, Buick Lacrosse and Regal vehicles, Cadillac XTS and XTS Professional vehicles and 2018 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.
Risk: A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18279.
A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.
Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
2019 Chevrolet Impala 4 DR FWD NHTSA source
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- Frontal
- Side
- Rollover
Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Impala | 2.5L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 22 | 29 | 25 |
| Impala | 3.6L 6-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 18 | 28 | 22 |
| Impala | 3.6L 6-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 19 | 28 | 22 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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2019 Chevrolet Impala: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2019 Chevrolet Impala?
Owners filed 28 NHTSA complaints about the 2019 Chevrolet Impala — more complaints than 51% of comparable 2019 sedans, so it sits toward the weaker end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.
What are the most common problems on the 2019 Chevrolet Impala?
The most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (25% of complaints) and air bags (18%).
How many recalls does the 2019 Chevrolet Impala have?
1 recall has been issued that affect the 2019 Chevrolet Impala, covering components such as service brakes. Check the VIN with NHTSA and ask a dealer to confirm remedy eligibility; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though manufacturers may offer more coverage.
What gas mileage does the 2019 Chevrolet Impala get?
The EPA rates the 2019 Chevrolet Impala between 22 and 25 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.