2013 Chevrolet Impala Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2013 Chevrolet Impala recalls

Most common 2013 Chevrolet Impala problems

Problem areas named in the 272 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)	108
Electrical System	52
Service Brakes	51
Steering	34
Power Train	33
Engine	30
Wheels	23
Unknown Or Other	22
Vehicle Speed Control	20
Air Bags	19

What owners report

2026-09-03, Exterior Lighting
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)

2026-08-18, Unknown Or Other
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

2025-07-17, Air Bags
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 other vehicles involved but there was another person in the car with me when the incident occurred, we both he whiplash. Incident occurred in Morongo Valley near road runner mobile home trailer park in morngo valley INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT

2025-01-23, Visibility
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 was not diagnosed. The independent mechanic determined that the fan and heater needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired after every service appointment; however, the contact stated that eventually the fan and heater failed and had to be replaced. The manufacturer was not i

2024-09-15, Unknown Or Other
Service Stabilitrak traction light comes on and front left side on car makes noise when turn sterring wheel to left and ABS light comes on when this light comes on.

2013 Chevrolet Impala questions

Does the 2013 Chevrolet Impala have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2013 Chevrolet Impala: Electrical System:Ignition. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Chevrolet Impala?

Based on 272 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electronic Stability Control (Esc) (108), Electrical System (52), Service Brakes (51).

How do I check if a recall on my 2013 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.