2008 Chevrolet Impala Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2008 Chevrolet Impala recalls

Most common 2008 Chevrolet Impala problems

Problem areas named in the 810 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Electrical System	225
Engine	134
Suspension	118
Steering	95
Vehicle Speed Control	93
Power Train	92
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)	58
Air Bags	50
Latches/Locks/Linkages	48
Unknown Or Other	41

What owners report

2024-12-13, Air Bags
The contact owned a 2008 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that while driving at 55 MPH while in cruise control, a group of birds flew out from under a ditch which caused the contact to swerve and lose control of the vehicle. As a result of the incident, the contact crashed into the ditch. The air bags did not deploy upon impact which caused the contact's face to hit the steering wheel. The contact was later transported to the hospital via an ambulance where she was treated for a concussion. Additionally, the contact suffered several cuts and bruises to her face with additional bruising to her left leg and hip. A police report was filed; however, the report was unavailable. The vehicle wa

2024-11-06, Chest Clip, Buckle, Harness
This is 1 of 2 car seats that we have, both with the same issue. The pull strap that is used to tighten the shoulder straps to secure the child in appropriately is not functioning properly. You can not pull the shoulder straps to the tightness that is required for the child to be secured properly. This is a huge safety risk to my children when we are not able to tighten them correctly. I had the car seat looked at by CPST [XXX XXX] with the City of Waite Park, and there is no user error, the straps aren't pinched anywhere. She herself was having a operating the car seat and advised us to stop using it and get it replaced. I have reached out to Evenflo and they are unwilling to fix the iss

2024-08-06, Tires
Starfire Solarus AS All-Season 225/60R16 98H- Car started shaking violently while I was driving it- seemed to be coming from rear tire. Limped it home, removed driver side rear tire, and noticed substantial bulge where tread was separating. Replaced tire with another brand. Several months later, same thing happened, and removed the remaining Starfire Solarus AS All-Season 225/60R16 98H tire, the passenger side rear tire, and noticed same defect. I bought both tires Mar 15, 2021 on Amazon, but have driven car very little. Unfortunately the shop that installed them didn't note mileage on receipt but the tread looks brand new (other than the defect). Looked at amazon and noticed other cust

2024-07-18, Steering
The key gets stuck and I can't remove the key; I can't take the key out and then the battery drains and car is dead.

2024-06-14, Unknown Or Other
Dash cover crumbled and falling apart. Even though I have kept it cool and covered with a condition. It's falling down into my car fan for heating and cooling

2008 Chevrolet Impala questions

Does the 2008 Chevrolet Impala have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2008 Chevrolet Impala: Electrical System:Ignition; Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Arm. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Chevrolet Impala?

Based on 810 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (225), Engine (134), Suspension (118).

How do I check if a recall on my 2008 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.