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2016 Chevrolet ImpalaProblems, Recalls & Reliability

Based on reports from 178 owners and 0 recalls for this exact model.

Data updated ·checked October 30, 2026 · NHTSA complaints through October 28, 2026

Complaints
178
Crashes
15
Fires
8
Recalls
0
TSBs
1,293
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Preliminary Verdict

Red Flag

Based on 178 complaints, 15 crashes, 8 fires, and 0 recalls. Complaint rate is 3.3x the class average.

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Top reported problems

1

gps does not work

1 complaints • Severity 10/10

$X,XXX
2

paint fading

1 complaints • Severity 10/10

$X,XXX
3

water fills spare tire compartment after rain

1 complaints • Severity 8/10

$X,XXX
4

hesitation when accleerating between 40 and 45 mph

1 complaints • Severity 10/10

$X,XXX
5

alternator failure

1 complaints • Severity 8/10

$X,XXX

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the ElectricalHIGH

30 owners reported electrical issues — failures commonly reported around 50K miles.

!Inspect the EngineMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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Failure Timeline by Mileage

25
0–30K
42
30–60K
38
60–90K
11
90–120K
1
120–150K
2
150K+

Peak failure range: 30–60K miles (42 reports) • Median: 50K miles

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30,000-Mile Cost Projection

Best Case

$X,XXX

Most Likely

$X,XXX

Worst Case

$X,XXX

Top cost driver: Electrical (30 reports).

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Owner Intelligence

AI-synthesized themes from real complaints

Buyer Lot Checklist

Questions, test drive checks, walk-away triggers

Negotiation Talking Points

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Buy / Skip Verdict

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Where the complaints fall

Electrical30 (17%)
Other22 (12%)
Engine21 (12%)
Airbags16 (9%)
Drivetrain16 (9%)
Steering16 (9%)
Stability Control10 (6%)
Brakes8 (4%)

2016 Chevrolet Impala: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Electrical Issues

Electrical complaints account for 17% of all reports filed for the 2016 Chevrolet Impala, with 30 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 50,266 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 50K-mile mark.

Engine Issues

Engine complaints account for 12% of all reports filed for the 2016 Chevrolet Impala, with 21 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to engine-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Airbags Issues

Airbags complaints account for 9% of all reports filed for the 2016 Chevrolet Impala, with 16 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to airbags-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Drivetrain Issues

Drivetrain complaints account for 9% of all reports filed for the 2016 Chevrolet Impala, with 16 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to drivetrain-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.

Complaint trend by year

11
16
10
17
23
18
37
19
45
20
24
21
13
22
4
23
7
24
2
25
2
26

Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2016 Chevrolet Impala. Recent trend: stable.

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2016 Chevrolet Impala NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall

★★★★★

5 of 5 stars

Frontal crash

★★★★★

5 of 5 stars

Side crash

★★★★★

5 of 5 stars

Rollover

★★★★★

4 of 5 stars

From NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings). Where NHTSA tested more than one version of this vehicle, the lowest rating is shown.

The worst model year for the Chevrolet Impala is the 2005 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is accessories - interior.

2016 Chevrolet Impala vs. Class Average (Large Cars)

This vehicle

178

Class avg

54

3.3x the class average — significantly more complaints than typical large cars vehicles.

Complaint counts correlate with sales volume — popular vehicles naturally generate more reports. The full report normalizes for this.

About this data

NHTSA Complaints

Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 178 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 0 recalls found for this vehicle.

Repair Cost Data

Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.

Last updated (checked October 30, 2026). NHTSA complaints received through October 28, 2026; safety ratings from NHTSA's 5-Star program.

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2016 Chevrolet Impala: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 2016 Chevrolet Impala?
The most commonly reported issue with the 2016 Chevrolet Impala is related to the electrical, with 30 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 2016 Chevrolet Impala reliable?
The 2016 Chevrolet Impala has 178 complaints, 15 crash reports, and 8 fire reports filed with NHTSA. This is 3.3x the class average — higher than typical for its segment.
How safe is the 2016 Chevrolet Impala?
NHTSA rates the 2016 Chevrolet Impala 5 out of 5 stars overall, with 5 stars in frontal crash tests, 5 stars in side crash tests, 4 stars for rollover resistance. Where NHTSA tested more than one version, the lowest rating is shown.
How much does it cost to fix 2016 Chevrolet Impala problems?
Repair costs vary by issue. The full BumperScan report includes detailed repair cost estimates (low/median/high) for every major issue, plus a 30,000-mile total cost of ownership projection.
Does the 2016 Chevrolet Impala have any recalls?
No recalls have been issued for the 2016 Chevrolet Impala according to NHTSA records.
What mileage do Chevrolet Impala problems start?
Based on 119 complaints with mileage data, the median mileage at time of complaint is 50,266 miles. The highest concentration of reported issues occurs in the 30–60K mile range. The full report breaks down exactly which components fail at each mileage bracket.
When was the 2016 Chevrolet Impala data last updated?
BumperScan last checked this vehicle against NHTSA on October 30, 2026, covering owner complaints received through October 28, 2026 plus the latest recalls, investigations and technical service bulletins. Its numbers last changed on October 4, 2026.
What’s in the full report?
10 sections of AI analysis: severity-ranked issues, component scores (0-100), 30K-mile cost projection, failure timeline by mileage, recall details with seller scripts, owner sentiment analysis, mechanic checklist, buyer lot checklist, negotiation ammo with dollar figures, and a buy/skip verdict.
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