Chevrolet Impala Wheels Problems
Owners have filed 212 complaints with NHTSA about wheels problems on the Chevrolet Impala across 22 model years. The 2007 model year has the most (35). The words owners use most often: “traction control” (14% of reports).
- 212wheels complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 18mention a crash
- 7mention an injury
- 0related recalls
- 26%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Traction control: mentioned in 29 of 212 complaints (14%)
- Rear tires: mentioned in 23 of 212 complaints (11%)
- Tire wear: mentioned in 13 of 212 complaints (6%)
- Wheel hub: mentioned in 11 of 212 complaints (5%)
At what mileage do wheels problems happen?
Based on 163 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 212 complaints, 18 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 7 an injury.
Chevrolet Impala wheels complaints by model year
| Model year | Wheels complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Impala | 2 | 3% | 15 |
| 2017 Impala | 3 | 3% | 8,000 |
| 2016 Impala | 1 | 1% | 44,132 |
| 2015 Impala | 4 | 1% | 105,000 |
| 2014 Impala | 12 | 2% | 66,537 |
| 2013 Impala | 23 | 8% | 53,000 |
| 2012 Impala | 19 | 7% | 66,500 |
| 2011 Impala | 13 | 3% | 65,140 |
| 2010 Impala | 3 | 1% | 80,000 |
| 2009 Impala | 18 | 2% | 68,989 |
| 2008 Impala | 31 | 4% | 52,000 |
| 2007 Impala | 35 | 6% | 45,000 |
| 2006 Impala | 10 | 2% | 64,900 |
| 2005 Impala | 4 | 1% | 48,000 |
| 2004 Impala | 10 | 1% | 71,500 |
| 2003 Impala | 4 | 1% | 82,000 |
| 2002 Impala | 3 | 0% | 120,929 |
| 2001 Impala | 4 | 1% | 19,032 |
| 2000 Impala | 6 | 1% | 99,000 |
| 1998 Impala | 1 | 50% | 120,000 |
| 1996 Impala | 4 | 5% | 23 |
| 1995 Impala | 2 | 5% | — |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (0)
No safety recall lists wheels for the Chevrolet Impala. A pattern of complaints does not always lead to a recall.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
Power windows fail at times Blinkers fail at times Front hub assembly damage Front calipers are damaged and affect steering These are available for inspection. There are huge safety risks with all of these compromised issues. Last inspection is unknown. No known warning lamps present.
Filed one complaint already about my car malfunctioning now on May 15 2025 I was.involved in a car accident and my airbags DID NOT DEPLOY!!!it was a front crash hit the front right side of the car and no airbag deployment
First battery needed replaced every year then few weeks ago with no warning light or messages that battery was dieing the battery died again it was replaced then it started reving up and down on its own while driving so it goes faster then slower on its own when it feels like it.. TPS wont show…
I was driving and powersteering fluid drained and I lost control of the steering, and guide the car against the side walk. Had a mechanic change the powers steering fluid line. But now it's shooting up instead leaking down, it clogged all my spark plugs ,plus cause my cam shaft and crank…
The actuators in the air vents are faulty and I've had to have them repla ed multiple times now. They still continue to make clicking noise sounds and blow cold air in winter/hot air in summer. The trunk deck lid paint is bad. The clear coat has been coming off. Paint all over the car's clear coat…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Chevrolet Impalas have wheels problems?
No. NHTSA has 212 owner complaints about wheels for the Chevrolet Impala. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Chevrolet Impala wheels?
No recall currently lists wheels for this vehicle.
What do owners say about wheels problems on the Chevrolet Impala?
The most frequent phrase is “traction control”, in 29 of 212 complaints, followed by “rear tires” (23).
Other Chevrolet Impala problems
- Electrical System problems (3,429)
- Engine problems (1,263)
- Steering problems (1,198)
- Air Bags problems (955)
- Power Train problems (928)
- Electronic Stability Control (esc) problems (763)
- Engine and Engine Cooling problems (673)
- Exterior Lighting problems (669)
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