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2019 Chevrolet Impala Owner Complaints

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Latest Jun 30, 2026
Crash or fire reportedComplaints whose submitter recorded that a crash or a fire occurred. These are the reporter's own answers on the NHTSA form, not verified findings.
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Filed in the last 12 monthsReports filed with NHTSA in the trailing 365 days. Recent volume reflects attention and vehicle age as much as anything else.
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Reports on file since Jul 16, 2019

What this page shows

Our database holds 28 NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 2019 Chevrolet Impala. Each one is a report filed by an owner or driver and published by NHTSA without most of them being verified. A complaint is not a confirmed defect, not a recall and not a manufacturer bulletin. Narratives are shown exactly as filed.

Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.

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Filed Jun 30, 2026

2 of 3 Chevy Impala ac compressor has gone out. Auto part supplier confirmed I need the Design 2 compressor connector tab on the right. So far no supplier has it available. Compressor needs to be recalled

NHTSA ID
11747466
Incident
Jun 1, 2026
Airbags
Filed Jun 30, 2026

No one sits in the passenger seat 99% of the time. The passenger airbag warning light is illuminated, and I am uncertain about its proper deployment in a critical situation. The issue remains unverified by a dealership or any other individual. The component has not been subject to any inspection. I do not recall the specific warning message displayed on the dashboard.

NHTSA ID
11747462
Incident
Jun 1, 2026
AirbagsInterior & seats
Filed Feb 6, 2026

Airbags turn off when passenger is seated due to an issue with the sensor in the seat that rubs against the seat frame.

NHTSA ID
11716218
Incident
Feb 6, 2026
Powertrain (other)
Filed Jan 31, 2026

Transmission torque converter shuddered and did not stop after service. Had to replace entire transmission for $5870.68 repair bill.

NHTSA ID
11714661
Incident
Jan 22, 2026
BrakesFuel systemPowertrain (other)
Filed Jan 21, 2026

Jerking while picking up speed, key fob keep saying not detected, Radio feature work but stuck to basic screen I guess electrical problem Brakes is very rough not sure

NHTSA ID
11712578
Incident
Dec 10, 2025
Driver assistance
Filed Aug 4, 2025

Blind spot detector is causing the driver interface to display false alarms

NHTSA ID
11678231
Incident
Aug 4, 2025
Steering
Filed Jun 6, 2025

Last summer I was experiencing intermittent issues where the vehicle seemed to have a mind of its own while I was cruising. The steering wheel would randomly lock up as if it was forcing me to go straight on a curved road for example. It would happen a couple of more times until one day I was trying to go home from work and I saw a message indicating something along the lines of “Service: Power steering” followed by the same symptoms. I was able to temporarily remedy this by power cycling the vehicle for a couple of days until it went out completely, uttering me unable to effectively control the steering. I brought it to 2 difference dealerships and they charged me several diagnostic fees to assess that I needed a replacement power steering rack as the one in my vehicle had inexplicably short circuited. 5000 dollars later I managed to get it replaced but I notice similar issues for other vehicles by the same manufacturer within a similar span of model years being recognized in a recall for the exact same issues I was experiencing. Ive already attempted to reach out to General Motors and was given no suitable response to my claims.

NHTSA ID
11665228
Incident
Aug 12, 2024
Suspension
Filed Nov 4, 2024

While driving, the back of the car near the tire makes a clinking noise.

NHTSA ID
11623529
Incident
Oct 21, 2024
Filed Nov 4, 2024

My car does not alert me of no or low coolant. Nor does the symbol comes on, on the dash.

NHTSA ID
11623526
Incident
Nov 4, 2024
EngineSuspension
Filed Oct 13, 2024

Several different instances I've had my parking brake release as soon as I go to move after being parked for a long period of time. (I never set my parking brake to begin with so I don't understand why it keeps telling me it's released) Once it tells me it's been released, it's followed by a rough jersey of the car and then I'm able to move. Ever since I bought the car, there was a small shake. The dealer had to cover the front strut assemblies that were going out at the time of purchase; but since then the shake is unbelievable. I've put tires on, checked all parts of the chassis, and don't see any visible defects that would cause the shake. They have no answers or ideas of how to fix it for me. The faux metal ring around the cupholders on the center console has been cracking since the date of purchase and it finally caught on a cup and broke and has cut myself and my child several times. I had to end up ripping the trim off just to be able to use the cupholders. Lastly, the car seems like it's not gaining enough power sometimes. I keep up on services and general maintenance, and nothing seems to help. It sounds like the exhaust is leaking, and again, there are no visible defects when looking under the car.

NHTSA ID
11619533
Incident
Jun 15, 2022
Powertrain (other)
Filed Oct 10, 2024

The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle, the message “Shift to Park” was displayed; however, the transmission was already shifted to park(P). The vehicle was unable to turn off. The contact disconnected the battery to turn off the vehicle and reconnected the battery to restart the vehicle. The failure occurred several times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the contact was referred to the manufacturer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to file a complaint with the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was 104,170.

NHTSA ID
11619145
Incident
Sep 1, 2024
Mileage
104,170 mi
Filed Nov 29, 2023

The compressor is not on the recall list but for a 2019 to have it failed requiring a new one not even close to the expected 10-12 year mark. This car part can lead to other safety concerns so I believe needs review for a potential recall.

NHTSA ID
11557381
Incident
Sep 28, 2023
BrakesElectricalSuspension
Filed Aug 31, 2023

The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated while turning left, the vehicle skidded before completing the turn. The contact also stated that there was a hole in the muffler. Additionally, the sway bar was fractured on the driver’s side. The bushing, actuator brake, and rotors were inoperable. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not under warranty. The failure mileage was approximately 129,000. The VIN was not available.

NHTSA ID
11541901
Incident
Jun 8, 2023
Mileage
129,000 mi
Driver assistanceElectrical
Filed Jun 10, 2023

Passenger side Blind Spot monitoring light consistently stays on even when no cars are next to me. Dangerous specially on the freeway. Took it to dealership said it wasnt covered. Notice the samething happening to alot of the Impala online. Please help.

NHTSA ID
11526337
Incident
Jun 1, 2023
Powertrain (other)
Filed Jul 26, 2021

It started raining and then I received a check engine light and reduced engine power light. I was unable to accelerate over 35 mph.

NHTSA ID
11426568
Incident
Jul 26, 2021
Airbags
Filed Jan 27, 2021
Crash reported

I WAS ON GARDEN STATE PARKWAY AND HIT A DEER , ALL THE SMOKE CAME OUT BUT MY AIR BAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY AND MY CAR WAS TOTALLED. I'M GETTING NO RESPONSE FROM DEALER OR ANYBODY.

NHTSA ID
11390118
Incident
Nov 5, 2020
Mileage
40,000 mi
BrakesElectricalFuel system
Filed Jan 7, 2021
Crash reported1 injury reported

CHECK ENGINE LIGHT RECENTLY CAME ON, CAR COMPLETELY LOST POWER AND TURNED OFF DURING AS I TURNED RIGHT AT A LIGHT, HAD ONSTAR RUN DIAGNOSTICS, CODE INVOLVED THE EMISSIONS SYSTEM, WAS ADVISED TO FILL UP WITH HIGH QUALITY FUEL, AND DRIVE WITH THE GAS CAP OFF TO CORRECT IT. I WAS TRAVELING ON A FAMILIAR HIGHWAY AT NIGHT, CRUISE CONTROL SET AT 60 MPH, FURTHER DOWN THE HIGHWAY I SEE DEER RUNNING ACROSS THE HIGHWAY, THEY ARE COMMON IN THIS AREA, I TAPPED MY BRAKES TO SLOW DOWN FOR THEM TO CROSS AND IMMEDIATELY THE CHECK ENGINE, ANTILOCK BRAKES, POWER STEERING, STABILITY TRACK AND BATTERY SAVER INDICATORS ILLUMINATED ON THE DASH AND THE CAR WOULDN'T BRAKE AS IT SHOULD RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT THAT I HAD MORE THAN ENOUGH TIME TO PREVENT AND COULD HAVE EASILY AVOIDED IF THE BRAKES WOULD HAVE PERFORMED NORMALLY. MAINTAINING MY VEHICLE AND KEEPING UP WITH ITS MAINTENANCE IS OF HIGH IMPORTANCE BECAUSE NOT DOING SO CAN RESULT IN SAFETY ISSUES,I TRAVEL A LOT AND IF I HAD BEEN INFORMED OF THE BRAKE RECALL OR NOTIFIED OF POSSIBLE OTHER RECALLS I WOULD HAVE FOLLOWED UP AND ALLOWED GM TO FIX IT!

NHTSA ID
11387008
Incident
Jan 6, 2021
Mileage
85,000 mi
Electrical
Filed Dec 31, 2020

MY 2019 IMPALA IS EQUIPPED WITH HEATED STEERING WHEEL, IN THE PAST WEEK IT STOPPED WORKING, ONLY TO DISCOVER IT HAD A BLOWN FUSE. I CHANGED THE FUSE ONLY TO HAVE IT BLOWN A SECOND TIME. AT THIS POINT I REALIZED SOMETHING MORE INVOLVED WAS WRONG, TOOK CAR TO DEALER TO HAVE CHECKED & REPAIRED. THEY REPAIRED/ REPLACED STEERING WHEEL HEATER MODULE & FUSE. WAS WORKING DAY I PICKED UP, THE FOLLOWING DAY WAS GOING OUT AN PROCEEDED TO GET COMFORTABLE IN CAR AN TO MY DISAPPOINTMENT HEATED WHEEL AGAIN WAS NOT WORKING , CHECKED AN FOUND FUSE WAS BLOWN YET AGAIN . WILL AGAIN CHECK WITH ADVISOR AN SCHEDULE ANOTHER APPOINTMENT ASAP TO HAVE PROBLEM LOOKED INTO FURTHER & CORRECTED. AS OF NOW THERE ARE NO OTHER ISSUES & CAR IS DRIVABLE.

NHTSA ID
11385794
Incident
Dec 31, 2020
Mileage
9,988 mi
Electrical
Filed Dec 26, 2020

MY CAR IS EQUIPPED W/A HEATED STEERING WHEEL. ATTEMPTED TO TURN ON ONE COLD MORNING ONLY TO DISCOVER IT WAS NOT WORKING. CHECKED THE MANUAL TO LOCATE FUSE BOX FOUND FUSE WAS BLOWN, REPLACED FUSE STARTED CAR UP TO CHECK HEATED STEERING WHEEL & NOTHING. AGAIN CHECKED FUSE...BLOWN AGAIN. NOW CONCERNED OF A POSSIBLE ELECTORAL PROBLEM. CONTACTED LOCAL DEALER AN SCHEDULED AN APPOINTMENT TO HAVE CHECKED OUT FURTHERED. NO OTHER ISSUES AT THIS TIME.

NHTSA ID
11385049
Incident
Dec 26, 2020
Mileage
9,000 mi
Exterior lighting
Filed Nov 14, 2020

2019 IMPALA PREMIER AND THE PASSENGER HEADLIGHT IS FULL OF CONDENSATION. ITS HAS NOT DRIED IN THE SUN OR DRIVING WITH HEADLIGHTS ON. IM TOLD THE ENTIRE HEADLIGHT HOUSING WILL NEED TO BE REPLACED AT A COST OF $800. ITS CAUSING THAT LIGHT NOT TO ILLUMINATE AS BRIGHT AS THE DRIVER SIDE.

NHTSA ID
11374700
Incident
Nov 4, 2020
Mileage
42,000 mi
Electrical
Filed Sep 19, 2020

THE 2019 CHEVROLET IMPALA LT HAS 52,000 MILES ON IT. NOW THE AC COMPRESSOR NOT GETTING ANY POWER TO IT. THE COMPRESSOR JUST START BLOWING OUT HOT AIR. THE CAR HAD 34,428 MILES ON IT WHEN I BOUGHT THE CAR. THE CHEVY DEALERSHIP CAN'T FIND THE PROBLEM. THEY PUT R1234YF FREON IN IT AND MAKE SURE THE PRESSURE WAS JUST RIGHT. AND THEY TELLING ME THAT I DON'T HAVE FACTORY WARRANTY ON IT. JUST BELIEVE THAT CHEVY SHOULD FIXS THIS PROBLEM. I SHOULDN'T HAVE TO PAY FOR THIS. AFTER ONLY HAVING THE CAR FOR 3 MONTHS. I LOVE MY CAR AND I WON;T TRADE IT FOR NOTHING ELSE. I SAVE UP $10,000 TO PUT DOWN ON MY CAR THAT I REALLY WANT. AND NOW THIS HAPPEND.

NHTSA ID
11360008
Incident
Sep 7, 2020
Mileage
50,000 mi
Steering
Filed Aug 24, 2020

WHILE DRIVING @ 65 MPH ON A STATE HIGHWAY DRIVER INFORMATION CENTER DISPLAYED : " POWER STEERING FAILURE, DRIVE VEHICLE WITH CAUTION ". CHANGED LANES AS AN INITIAL TEST AND CONFIRMED POWER STEERING WAS UNAVAILABLE. UNKNOWN CAUSE FOR POWER STEERING LOSS. DESPITE GREATER DIFFICULTY MAKING TURNS SAFELY DROVE VEHICLE TO ITS PRE-TROUBLE EXPECTED DESTINATION, PARKED & SHUTDOWN ENGINE. 30 MINUTES LATER RE-STARTED VEHICLE. DROVE VEHICLE AROUND PARKING LOT AND AROUND A BLOCK AT LOW SPEEDS (< 25 MPH). POWER STEERING WAS AVAILABLE AS SOON AS VEHICLE WAS RE-STARTED & REMAINED AVAILABLE DURING LOW SPEED TEST DRIVE.

NHTSA ID
11350913
Incident
Aug 24, 2020
Mileage
36,975 mi
ElectricalPowertrain (other)Steering
Filed Aug 6, 2020

THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION WHEN EXITING THE FREEWAY THE VEHICLE LOST ALL POWER WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE TURNED OFF COMPLETELY NO POWER STEERING OR ELECTRICAL INDICATIONS OF PROBLEM SHOWN ON DASHBOARD. AFTER PULLING OVER PUTTING THE VEHICLE IN PARK, IT TURNED BACK ON WITHOUT ANY PROBLEMS. THE VEHICLE HAS 35736 MILES AND THIS IS THE SECOND OCCURRENCE. THE FIRST TIME I WAS PULLING UP TO A STOP LIGHT AS I WAS WAITING FOR THE LIGHT TO CHANGE THE ENTIRE VEHICLE TURNED OFF, ALL POWER TRAIN AND ELECTRICAL AS WELL.

NHTSA ID
11343640
Incident
Aug 5, 2020
Mileage
35,700 mi
Airbags
Filed Jul 26, 2020
Crash reported

I WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT IN A RENTAL WHILE DRIVING THROUGH ILLINOIS. A DEER RAN OUT IN FRONT OF MY VEHICLE WHILE GOING 70 MILES PER HOUR, THE SEATBELTS ENGAGED SO HARD THAT IT SNAPPED THE BACK OF MY DRIVER SEAT HOWEVER THE AIR BAGS DID NOT RELEASE. THE AIR BAG SIGNAL FOR THE PASSENGER AND THE DRIVER SIDES CAME ON BUT THE AIR BAGS NEVER DEPLOYED. PICTURES ATTACHED.

NHTSA ID
11341561
Incident
Jul 24, 2020
Mileage
29,000 mi
Electrical
Filed Apr 18, 2020

THE SOUND I'M MY CAR HAS GONE OUT 4 DIFFERENT TIMES. NO BLINKER SOUND, RADIO, NO SOUND WHEN THE DOORS ARE OPEN NOTHING. WHEN I TURN THE VOLUME UP IT DOES NOT EVEN SHOW ON THE CAR. THERE ISN'T A PEEP OF SOUND. I TOOK IT IN ONCE & OF COURSE THAT TIME IT TURNED ON THAN TURNED RIGHT BACK OFF. WE TOOK THE SPARK PLUG OUT CLEANED IT PUT IT BACK IN, IT WORKED FOR A COUPLE DAYS THAN RIGHT BACK OFF AGAIN, NO SOUND I'M THE WHOLE CAR.

NHTSA ID
11321514
Incident
Apr 10, 2020
Mileage
30 mi

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