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2014 Chevrolet ImpalaRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 12 safety recalls and 638 owner complaints for the 2014 Chevrolet Impala. Most complaints involve electrical system (221) and steering (140). The EPA rates it 21–28 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 5 stars overall.

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Combined MPG
21–28mpg
EPA · 4 versions
NHTSA overall
5of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
12campaigns
Latest Jul 2015
Owner complaints
638
Top: electrical system
Fuel cost / yr
$2,200est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

12 NHTSA campaigns · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Air bags

Free remedy

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Chevrolet Impala vehicles manufactured April 15, 2013, to June 19, 2015, equipped with front vented-heated passenger seats. Accordingly, the Automatic Occupant Sensing (AOS) system may fail to suppress the front passenger air bag if a child seat is in the front passenger seat. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Air bagsReported Jul 24, 2015NHTSA 15V465000

Parking brake

Free remedy

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Chevrolet Impala vehicles manufactured March 22, 2013, to May 22, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the electronic parking brake piston actuation arm may not fully retract causing the brake pads to stay partially engaged. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Systems (FMVSS) No. 135 "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."

Parking brakeReported Apr 6, 2015NHTSA 15V202000

Parking brake

Free remedy

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Chevrolet Impala vehicles manufactured November 15, 2012, to May 30, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the electronic parking brake piston actuation arm may not fully retract causing the brake pads to stay partially engaged. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Systems (FMVSS) No. 135 "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."

Parking brakeReported Feb 11, 2015NHTSA 15V085000
See all 12 recalls with remedies
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 10, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

638 complaints filed with NHTSA · Aug 2013 – Oct 2026
  1. Electrical system221
  2. Steering140
  3. Electronic stability control (esc)104
  4. Service brakes83
  5. Engine56
  6. Air bags44
  7. Exterior lighting44
  8. Lane departure40
  9. Power train39

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each Impala model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
2000829
2001747
2002808
2003722
20041,073
2005608
2006544
2007627
2008810
2009824
2010442
2011505
2012258
2013272
2014638
2015301
2016890
2017117
201859
201928
202015
Crashes reported
19
Fires reported
8
Injuries reported
9
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Electrical system

221 reports1 crash5 fires
“The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Impala. While driving at an undisclosed speed, the Stabili-Trak warning light illuminated and the vehicle lost power steering functionality, causing the steering to become extremely firm. The contact stated that excessive force was needed to turn the steering wheel. The contact safely pulled over, and after the audible alarm ceased, the vehicle returned to normal operation. Additionally, the vehicle lost electrical power and stalled on several occasions. There was no warning light illuminated. While the vehicle was stationary, the vehicle frequently lost power. The contact stated that the battery terminals were disconnected and reconnected after the failure, and the vehicle operated for approximately 15 minutes before the vehicle stalled again. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The local dealer had inspected the vehicle and confirmed the failure. The dealer had retrieved several unknown fault codes. The vehicle was not yet diagnosed.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Sep 3, 2026Power train, Electrical systemODI 11761845

Steering

140 reports5 crashes
“The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the messages "Stabili-trak" and "Power Steering" displayed on the instrument panel, and the traction control warning light illuminated. Additionally, the transmission display switched from drive(D) to park(P) while driving, causing the vehicle to decelerate and stall. The rear-view camera also intermittently failed to function properly, displaying the message "Park Assist Not Available" while reversing. The contact pulled over, waited, and then restarted the vehicle. The contact stated that the wheel hub, camshaft sensor, and a cylinder had previously been replaced, but the failure persisted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Aug 13, 2026Steering, Power trainODI 11756703

Electronic stability control (esc)

104 reports
“THE CAR SHUDDERED ON INITIAL START-UP, TURNED IT OFF WAITED FOR A MINUTE. RESTARTED RAN NORMALLY. THE NEXT DAY ON START-UP DIC ALERTED TO ABS, POWERSTEERING, AND STABILITACK IN NEED OF SERVICE, NOTICEABLE DIFFERENCE IN STEERING CONTROL, WHEEL SLIPPAGE ON QUICK EXHILARATION, I TRIED TO BRAKE MORE CAUTIOUSLY SO AS NOT TO TEST MY BRAKING ABILITY. DEFINITELY A SAFETY ISSUE. SHOULD BE RECALLED. HAD THE SAME PROBLEM A YEAR AGO SPENDING $495. TO HAVE THE OPPOSITE WHEEL HUB AND BRG ASSEMBLY. HOPE THIS ISN'T AN ANNUAL EVENT. LOVE MY CAR BUT HATE EXPENSES THAT SHOULD NOT OCCUR WITH A CAR; ESPECIALLY UNDER 100,000 MILES. WHY DID THIS HAPPEN? THERE IS NOTHING TO BLAME IT ON SUCH AS HITTING A POTHOLE. THE WEATHER HAS BEEN COLDER, THERE HAS BEEN A REFERENCE TO THAT AS WELL AS SOME SAY IT IS A WIRING HARNESS THAT IS IN A BAD LOCATION, WEARING EXPOSING WIRES THAT MAKE CONTACT WITH METAL. RESEARCH SHOWS THAT OTHER DRIVERS ARE HAVING THE SAME ISSUE AND EXPENSE. HOW MANY COMPLAINTS WILL IT TAKE BEFORE THIS SAFETY ISSUE IS ADDRESSED AND CUSTOMERS ARE REFUNDED THIS UNNECESSARY EXPENSE”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 27, 2020Steering, Electronic stability control (esc), Service brakesODI 11366657
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 10, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

4 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Large Cars
Engines
2.4L 4-cyl hybrid · 2.5L 4-cyl · 3.6L 6-cyl
Transmissions
Automatic (S6)
Drive
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Impala eAssist
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L · Front-Wheel Drive
243528$2,200312
Impala
Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI · Front-Wheel Drive
213124$2,600367
Impala
Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L, SIDI; FFV · Front-Wheel Drive
192822$2,850401
Impala
Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L, SIDI · Front-Wheel Drive
182821$2,950417
  • Impala eAssist
    Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.4 L
    24 city · 35 hwy · $2,200/yr
    28
    mpg comb.
  • Impala
    Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI
    21 city · 31 hwy · $2,600/yr
    24
    mpg comb.
  • Impala
    Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L, SIDI; FFV
    19 city · 28 hwy · $2,850/yr
    22
    mpg comb.
  • Impala
    Auto (S6), 6 cyl, 3.6 L, SIDI
    18 city · 28 hwy · $2,950/yr
    21
    mpg comb.
Estimate your fuel costCost of ownership
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

1 tested variant
Overall rating
5/ 5
5 of 5
Chevrolet Impala 4 DR FWD
Frontal crash
5 of 5
Side crash
5 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
12.1%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 10, 2026Vehicle 8422
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2014 Impala questions

How many recalls does the 2014 Chevrolet Impala have?

12 safety recalls as of Nov 10, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2014 Chevrolet Impala problems?

Owners filed 638 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (221), steering (140), electronic stability control (esc) (104). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2014 Chevrolet Impala get?

The EPA rates the 2014 Chevrolet Impala at 21–28 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (4 versions rated).

How safe is the 2014 Chevrolet Impala?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2014 Chevrolet Impala 5 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 10, 2026