2006 Chevrolet Impala Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2006 Chevrolet Impala recalls

Most common 2006 Chevrolet Impala problems

Problem areas named in the 524 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Steering	138
Electrical System	124
Power Train	109
Engine	59
Air Bags	47
Vehicle Speed Control	41
Engine And Engine Cooling	27
Tires	26
Visibility	26
Structure	26

What owners report

2026-03-04, Engine
The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal burning odor in the interior of the vehicle. In addition, there was smoke coming from underneath the hood. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the independent mechanic, where a valve replacement was performed. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure reoccurred. The dealer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The contact referenced an unknown recall with a similar failure; however, the VIN was not associated. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

2025-05-18, Air Bags
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

2025-05-10, Exterior Lighting
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 tire pressure cant relearn tire positions now dash lights works usually then don't bright lights don't work now if automatic light control is on car shakes bad while breaking idles hard uses ALOT of gas now massive amount of heat coming off engine now with no dash light or guage saying temp is going up engine smells kind of bad after driving the car replaced transmission once couple years ago transmis

2024-11-05, Power Train
While I was driving I had to stop on a hill and when I pushed the gas to accelerate it wouldn’t move the engine just revved up and hasn’t moved since just when you push on the gas and the rpm’s go up to 5-6 and it will move maybe a foot or so. There was no warning or messages that appeared before this happened and even now after it’s happens and it’s not showing any code to what’s wrong with it. It affected my safety and others because it wouldn’t move while in the middle of the road and I could have got in to a serious car accident because of it.

2024-04-18, Steering
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 shaffsensor to malfunction.,plus my belt got shredded. And now it's been over a year, and I still can't drive my car cause. It starts all over. And my front wheels are on not good arms, when crash it bent or Crack the arms.

2006 Chevrolet Impala questions

Does the 2006 Chevrolet Impala have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2006 Chevrolet Impala: Electrical System:Ignition. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Chevrolet Impala?

Based on 524 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (138), Electrical System (124), Power Train (109).

How do I check if a recall on my 2006 Chevrolet Impala has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.