2013 Chevrolet Impala: recalls and problems
1 recall and 272 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is electronic stability control (esc).
Most common problems
What owners report
Purchased aftermarket headlight assembly via amazon. wiring harness overheats during normal use, causing connector damage/melting. this is the third unit with an identical defect within one month — seller/manufacturer has replaced twice but the problem recurs. poses fire/electrical hazard. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)
I have 2 monitors frozen that won't reset . the drive cycle is very dangerious it includes takeing up to 55 and deceleration down to 20 multiple times for many miles i myself have driven this cycle taking my life in my hands in nyc for 300 miles with no success
I have driving on highway [xxx] heading back home to yucca valley from oceanside driving in the left lane my steering wheel locked up my vehicle swerved let into a street sign and thr vehicle proceeded to turn right swerving on the road losing control of the vehicle my airbag never deployed and my riverside tire as well the drives haft fell off the vehicle and now my car is completely totaled luckily there were no o
The contact owns a 2013 chevrolet impala. the contact stated that for the past nine years, the blower fan had been replaced several times. the contact stated that prior to the failures, the blower fan was making abnormal tapping and clicking sounds. the contact stated that the check engine warning light was intermittently illuminated. the contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic; however, the vehicle
Crash-test ratings
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Chevrolet Impala 4 DR FWD |
Source: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP APIs, covering Impala. Last refreshed 2026-09-29.