Does the 2018 Chevrolet Impala have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2018 Chevrolet Impala, the most recent reported on August 30, 2018 (Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components, disc, caliper). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Chevrolet Impala?

Owners have filed 59 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is unknown or other (16 complaints), followed by electrical system (11).

How many 2018 Chevrolet Impala complaints mention a crash or fire?

6 of 59 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 2 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2018 Chevrolet Impala recalls and problems

1 recall and 59 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2018 Chevrolet Impala.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

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.

2018 Chevrolet Impala recalls

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components, disc, caliper

NHTSA campaign 18V576000 · reported August 30, 2018 · General Motors LLC · 210,628 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Equinox, Impala, Cruze, Volt and Bolt EV vehicles, GMC Terrain vehicles, Buick Lacrosse and Regal vehicles, Cadillac XTS and XTS Professional vehicles and 2018 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.
The risk: A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18279.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Unknown or other16
Electrical system11
Power train11
Engine7
Service brakes7
Steering7
Air bags6
Exterior lighting4
Seats3
Fuel/propulsion system2

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jun 26, 2026 · Power train
The transmission failed, shifting is no longer smooth. It hesitates and shakes the entire car, and the car slows down to almost a crawl uphill. I understand this is an issue with Chevrolet Impalas. So now I have an $8200 bill for a problem I was never told about, and that GM knew that it existed. So, yes, the issue…

Mar 30, 2026 · Fuel system, gasoline · 60,000 miles
The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that while the A/C was activated during the summer of 2025, the A/C failed to function as intended. The contact stated that hot air was blowing through the vents. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who…

Feb 8, 2026 · Steering
I was driving and parked the car at the store. After checking out I went to the car got ready to leave and started backing out and the car would not turn to the left at all. I took it to the shop and was told they do not see anything wrong with my car but a steering message is coming up.

Sep 16, 2025 · Air bags
Passenger side front seat. When occupied, airbag sensor located inside the seat is malfunctioning. My husbands safety is at risk when he's in the car. He tries moving the seat up, back, etc. Sometimes works and the airbag sensor works. We are fearing that if there were any accident or need, that his life would be in…

Aug 7, 2025 · Air bags · 116,000 miles
The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that recently, the driver’s side air bag deployed while the vehicle was parked and unattended overnight. Prior to the failure, the air bag warning light had illuminated while driving. The local dealer was not contacted, and the vehicle was not diagnosed or…

Impala model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
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
2020	0	15	3	0

Across all years, the 2004 Impala has the most complaints (1,073). All Chevrolet Impala years →

Questions

Does the 2018 Chevrolet Impala have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2018 Chevrolet Impala, the most recent reported on August 30, 2018 (Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components, disc, caliper). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Chevrolet Impala?: Owners have filed 59 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is unknown or other (16 complaints), followed by electrical system (11).
How many 2018 Chevrolet Impala complaints mention a crash or fire?: 6 of 59 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 2 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received June 26, 2026.