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Chevrolet Impala Reliability by Model Generation
Results are for year ending June 30, 2018. Only successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
| Year and Model | % of Average Repair Frequency |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Reliability And Durability of the Chevrolet Impala
| Chevrolet Impala Reliability And Durability: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Quite solid. has a good reliability reputation (and my experience bears that out) full 2009 Chevrolet Impala review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Rock solid, roomy, reliable. Chevy knows how to build a car. Affordable for a family on a budget, great gas mileage. This is teh 2nd Impala we have owned, and almost certainly there will be a third. full 2007 Chevrolet Impala review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
absolutely trouble free full 2006 Chevrolet Impala review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 242-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
when you have to do 50km or a 1300km weektrip, you know you will come back! full 2006 Chevrolet Impala review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Powertrain is excellent. Fuel economy surprisingly good. full 2006 Chevrolet Impala review |
| 2004 | 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Car was having oil leak into the radiator, major engine overhaul required. full 2004 Chevrolet Impala review |
| 2004 | 4dr Sedan 180-horsepower 3.4L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
We bought this car used already had 110,000 miles now over 210,000 miles drive daily no mechanical problems other than a new transmission which was just replaced at 195,000. full 2004 Chevrolet Impala review |
| 2004 | 2dr Coupe supercharged 240hp 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Everything great car no problems full 2004 Chevrolet Impala review |
| 2004 | 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Relatively minor problems. full 2004 Chevrolet Impala review |
| Chevrolet Impala Reliability And Durability: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Had to replace wiper motor and body computer module in less than 2 years with no aid from dealer or Chevrolet. $1150 that could have been caused by using the windshield wipers in the winter time. De full 2008 Chevrolet Impala review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Electrical component failures caused by poor body assembly and sealing. GM will not warranty BCM or under hood fuse panel that failed by "environmental conditions" (snow & Ice & rain) Poor engineering. full 2008 Chevrolet Impala review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 233-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
The above mentioned transmission problem has started when the car reached about 30,000 miles and 1 year old. full 2008 Chevrolet Impala review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 233-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Thus far, have had problems with the gas cap (the P0455 fault), the speakers rattle, two of the four power door locks have failed, and the gas gauge has gone on the fritz. full 2008 Chevrolet Impala review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 233-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
I have had 4 service items performed within the first 3 years of ownership. Unremarkable reliability. full 2007 Chevrolet Impala review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Car has been in more than twice a month for the last three years. Everything that can break has. full 2007 Chevrolet Impala review |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 180-horsepower 3.4L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
We had a lot of little repairs. In 120K miles, 3 water pumps, power steering pump, cracked front cover, alternator, instrument cluster (speedometer, etc..), roof liner started sagging, A/C required a lot of maintenance, int trim coming off and much more. full 2005 Chevrolet Impala review |
| 2004 | 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Engine oil leaking into the coolant, required major overhaul of engine. full 2004 Chevrolet Impala review |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
I had the front rotors warp every 3 to 6 months. I had to replace them at my cost as GM would not warranty them. The rear have now warped too. Both front wheel bearings had to be replaced as well as the tie rod ends. All within 70,000 miles. Very poor. full 2002 Chevrolet Impala review |
