2016 Chevrolet Impala recalls and problems
No recalls and 111 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Chevrolet Impala.
Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.
2016 Chevrolet Impala recalls
NHTSA lists no recalls for this model year.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
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…
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…
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…
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…
I was driving and entering […] at […] 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…
Impala model years compared
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 1 | 272 | 16 | 0 |
| 2014 | 12 | 637 | 19 | 8 |
| 2015 | 3 | 300 | 10 | 11 |
| 2016 | 0 | 111 | 8 | 4 |
| 2017 | 0 | 117 | 4 | 0 |
| 2018 | 1 | 59 | 6 | 0 |
| 2019 | 1 | 28 | 4 | 1 |
Across all years, the 2004 Impala has the most complaints (1,073). All Chevrolet Impala years →
Questions
- Does the 2016 Chevrolet Impala have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2016 Chevrolet Impala as of October 27, 2026.
- What are the most common problems with the 2016 Chevrolet Impala?
- Owners have filed 111 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (30 complaints), followed by unknown or other (22).
- How many 2016 Chevrolet Impala complaints mention a crash or fire?
- 8 of 111 complaints report a crash and 4 a fire; 10 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received August 10, 2026.