Is the Chevrolet Impala Reliable?

Q: Is the Chevrolet Impala reliable?

The Chevrolet Impala scores 83/100 on the VinCheckEngine reliability index, which rates as "Good" for the 2000–2020 model years. Run a free VIN report at vincheckengine.com for vehicle-specific analysis.

Q: What year Impala is most reliable?

Among recently analyzed years, the 2020 Chevrolet Impala scored highest with a reliability score of 93/100. Fewer recalls and complaints were reported for that model year.

Q: How many miles does a Impala last?

With regular maintenance, most Chevrolet Impala owners report 150,000–200,000+ miles of reliable service. High-mileage examples frequently appear at auction. Always verify with a VIN history report before purchasing a used Impala.

2000–2020 defect & recall-risk analysis from citable NHTSA data.

The score ranks this model's recall intensity against other sedans — plus systemic-defect concentration and any open federal investigations. It measures defect and recall risk, not long-term mechanical durability, and is deliberately not skewed by how many were sold.

83/100

Good

Reliability Score

Total Recalls

1858

Owner Complaints

Reported Injuries

Reported Deaths

Recall intensity (what drives the score)

1.0 recalls/yr vs. sedan median 1.3/yr

Safety record (separate score)

Lowno open investigations · 0 deaths, 77 injuries on record

Own a Chevrolet Impala? Check your specific VIN for a full history report.

Chevrolet Impala Reliability by Year

Model Year	Recalls	Complaints	Injuries	Deaths	Reliability Score	Rating
2020	0	12	—	—	93	Excellent
2019	0	13	—	—	93	Excellent
2018	0	35	2	—	93	Excellent
2017	0	66	7	—	83	Good
2016	0	92	3	—	79	Good
2015	1	242	6	—	68	Good
2014	6	534	6	—	68	Good
2013	0	244	11	—	68	Good
2012	0	177	10	—	68	Good
2011	0	443	32	—	68	Good

Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.

How the Impala Compares to Similar Vehicles

Chevrolet Impala83/100

Sedan Category Average72/100

The Impala scores 11 points above the average sedan — a strong result.

Known Chevrolet Impala Reliability Issues

The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

299

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

220

STEERING

171

ENGINE

162

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

151

SERVICE BRAKES

126

Based on 1858 owner complaints across recent model years.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Chevrolet Impala reliable?+

The Chevrolet Impala scores 83/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 7 recall campaigns and 1858 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.

What year Impala is most reliable?+

Among the years analyzed, the 2020 Impala achieved the highest reliability score of 93/100 with 0 recalls and 12 complaints.

How many miles does a Impala last?+

With consistent maintenance, most Chevrolet Impala owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Impala will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.

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Years to Avoid

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Check a Specific Chevrolet Impala VIN

Model-level reliability scores show general trends. A VIN-specific report reveals the exact history of any individual vehicle — accidents, odometer records, auction events, and open recalls.

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