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2018 Chevrolet Impala Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 59 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Chevrolet Impala, most often about the other or unspecified (27% of complaints, typically around 18,000 miles). It is 19th of 21 Impala model years by number of complaints and has 1 recall.
Most common 2018 Chevrolet Impala problems
Other or unspecified
16 complaints · 27%Half of these problems showed up before 18,000 miles.
From december 22 thru 27, 2018 I rented this 2018 Chevrolet Impala (california plate 8dve598) from hertz at the hotel del coronado, coronado, ca. For the first 4 or 5 backups the reverse camera display worked properly. That is it came on when I shifted into reverse and went off when I shifted forward. Then suddenly it…
The forward collision alert system which is stated to work over 40 MPH does not give adequate warning at any setting. The system shows a green icon when following another vehicle. The icon changes to amber when following another vehicle extremely close (way too close) as a tailgating alert. It is meant to give a heads…
Electrical
11 complaints · 19%This was a hertz rental car I picked up at the orlando, fl airport. June 2, 2019. There was no operators manual in the car. It was 10 pm and I had to drive 90 miles to my destination. About 30 minutes on the highway to check oil light came on. I tried to clear the notice by pressing several buttons on the dash board.…
Side detection device not working. Car was purchased in june at a reputable dealer. The dealership is not saying there is a problem, but the sensor is corroded. There are a number of other cases with the same problem.
Transmission
11 complaints · 19%Transmission slipping, rough shift and bucking back and forth. Happens intermittently at low speeds and in stop and go traffic as well as highway speeds and when passing.
Gears skipping and shruddering between 2nd and 4th gear. Chevrolet dealership recommended engine mounts replaces which was a false diagnose. After further inspection and diagnosing, they revealed that my transmission needs to be replaced for 6200$. I paid the 6200$ and now transmission shifting hard into 2nd gear.
Brakes
8 complaints · 14%Half of these problems showed up before 50,000 miles.
October 10th, I was in an accident where I was literally an entire car length back driving with the flow of traffic at 50-55 MPH, when the vehicle in front of me came to an abrupt stop on the freeway. I slammed on my brakes but my car slid straight into the back of the vehicle in front of me. It felt as if my brakes…
Tires-tires keep losing air pressure, they appeared new but when tested problems was found, they were wore to the outside as if aliment was needed, new tires was purchased electrical/battery-there is a frequent shut down of electrical system, while driving the engine light come on, from the driver information center…
Engine
7 complaints · 12%Stabilitrack and engine light came on at the same time with a message that said, 'engine power is reduced'. This occurred as I was driving on the highway. The vehicle gradually slowed, but I was able to maintain a speed of 55 MPH. I was unable to accelerate quickly.
The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, a strange odor was present coming from the engine into cabin of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to local dealer (raceway Chevrolet located at 1510 south 5th st, hartsville, sc 29550) who diagnosed the air conditioning…
Steering
7 complaints · 12%Parts named most often: electric power assist system.
The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that after reversing the vehicle and placing the gear shifter in drive, the steering wheel stiffened as the "power steering, drive with care" warning message appeared on the instrument panel. The contact took the vehicle to mcelveen buick gmc (117 farmington…
The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that while attempting to straighten the wheels while in the driveway, the contact discovered that the steering wheel was inoperable. No warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that a dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be…
Air bags
6 complaints · 10%The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Impala. While driving approximately 50 MPH, the contact's vehicle was involved in a front end collision with a deer. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was filed. The vehicle was damaged and towed to an independent body shop. The manufacturer and dealer were not notified.…
Freighted: airbag warning on dash came on, bells started making nose in car and got onstar alert that airbag malfunction to get it to dealership asap. Even if push dismiss button comes back on. Called dealership and got an appointment: today dealership says it is issue with airbag sensors in passenger seat and…
Lights
4 complaints · 7%Parts named most often: headlights.
The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated she noticed that water was entering the driver's and the passenger's side headlight housings and causing the illumination to be reduced. The vehicle was taken to local dealer nimnicht Chevrolet located at 1550 cassat ave, jacksonville, fl 32210, ([phone]…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2018 Chevrolet Impala recalls
Brakes: caliper
Risk: A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2018 Chevrolet Impala
- What are the most common problems with the 2018 Chevrolet Impala?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: other or unspecified (16 complaints, typically around 18,000 miles); electrical (11 complaints); transmission (11 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2018 Chevrolet Impala have?
- 1 recall listed by NHTSA, the latest from August 30, 2018 (brakes). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2018 a bad year for the Chevrolet Impala?
- It is 19th of 21 Impala model years by number of complaints, with 59 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.