2016 Chevrolet Impala Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

No safety recalls on file

The 2016 Chevrolet Impala has no safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 111 complaints with NHTSA, including 8 crashes, 4 fires, 10 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (30 reports).

0Recalls
111Owner complaints
8Crashes reported
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2016 Chevrolet Impala recalls

No safety recalls on file for the 2016 Chevrolet Impala.

Most common 2016 Chevrolet Impala problems

Problem areas named in the 111 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Electrical System30
Unknown Or Other22
Engine21
Power Train16
Air Bags16
Steering16
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)10
Service Brakes8
Exterior Lighting7
Structure7

What owners report

2026-08-10, Engine
The contact owned a 2016 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH and turning into a parking lot, the vehicle lost power and there was black smoke coming from the right side of the engine compartment. The contact then parked the vehicle and opened the hood, and there were flames coming from the engine compartment. The Fire Department arrived on the scene and extinguished the fire. A Police report was not filed. The vehicle was towed to an impound lot. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.
2026-06-01, Power Train
The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed, however the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. In addition, the contact noticed an abnormal sound and the vehicle stopped. The contact stated that the instrument cluster displayed a blank screen. The contact attempted to shift the gear shifter, however the gear shifter failed to shift as intended. The contact stated after several attempts, the gear shifter shifted as intended. The vehicle was driven to the residence. The vehicle was taken where it was diagnosed with a failed transmission. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to be re
2025-10-28, Power Train
Between 25mph and 35mph transmission will " lose " gearing and start revving when I'm stuck in traffic, causing a safety concern/risk. Have to stop the car completely and let her cool down below half operating temp for the transmission to rekick into gear. Happens Everytime after driving through cities, ATF has a slight gray tinge to it but no burning smell
2025-01-31, Engine
My vin should have been included in this: N182186881-01 - Special Coverage Evaporator Core Icing, Leak Revised Warranty section I have had the issue for many years due to not receiving the notice. The car leaks, hisses, smokes and does not cool at all. I was told I must only take it to them for 250 diagnostic but they also said it was a havoc reprogramming that cost the 2,500 to fix. I have a estimate from a triple a recommended mechanic that says its the evaporator coil. My miles just hit 80,000 but its been going on for years because I haven't had the money to fix it and make payments. Chevy arbitrator states the miles are low and the dealer i bought it from, Conly in Brighton Michigan,
2024-11-27, Steering
I was driving and entering [XXX] at [XXX] when my power steering went completely out! I was unable to steer my vehicle at all and was on a windy road with my children in the vehicle! I pulled to the side of the road! Shut my car off waited a couple minutes and turned it back on and the problem went away! This has happened twice now. My power steering is due to it being electrical and not a fluid issue. This is extremely dangerous as you are unable to steer the vehicle at all when this happens! INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

2016 Chevrolet Impala questions

Does the 2016 Chevrolet Impala have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 2016 Chevrolet Impala at this time.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Chevrolet Impala?

Based on 111 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (30), Unknown Or Other (22), Engine (21).

How do I check if a recall on my 2016 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.

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