2019 Chevrolet Impala recalls and problems

The 2019 Chevrolet Impala has 1 safety recall and 28 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Chevrolet dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

4 / 1

Injuries / deaths

4 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2019 Chevrolet Impala vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2019 Chevrolet Impala recalls

Recall 18V-576: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Aug 30, 2018 · 210,628 vehicles affected · General Motors LLC

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.

Risk: A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.

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.

2019 Chevrolet Impala problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Electrical System	9
Air Bags	5
Power Train	5
Unknown or Other	5
Steering	3
Service Brakes	3
Suspension	3
Engine	2
Fuel/Propulsion System	2
Lane Departure	2
Exterior Lighting	1
Seats	1

Most reported parts

Lane Departure › Blind Spot Detection — 2
Electrical System › Horn — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 36,975 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2019 Chevrolet Impala complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Air Bags · reported Jun 30, 2026

No one sits in the passenger seat 99% of the time. The passenger airbag warning light is illuminated, and I am uncertain about its proper deployment in a critical situation. The issue remains unverified by a dealership or any other individual. The component has not been subject to any inspection. I do not recall the specific warning message displayed on the dashboard.

Unknown or Other · reported Jun 30, 2026

2 of 3 Chevy Impala ac compressor has gone out. Auto part supplier confirmed I need the Design 2 compressor connector tab on the right. So far no supplier has it available. Compressor needs to be recalled

Power Train · reported Jan 31, 2026

Transmission torque converter shuddered and did not stop after service. Had to replace entire transmission for $5870.68 repair bill.

Service Brakes · reported Jan 21, 2026

Jerking while picking up speed, key fob keep saying not detected, Radio feature work but stuck to basic screen I guess electrical problem Brakes is very rough not sure

Steering · reported Jun 6, 2025

Last summer I was experiencing intermittent issues where the vehicle seemed to have a mind of its own while I was cruising. The steering wheel would randomly lock up as if it was forcing me to go straight on a curved road for example. It would happen a couple of more times until one day I was trying to go home from work and I saw a message indicating something along the lines of âService: Power steeringâ followed by the same symptoms. I was able to temporarily remedy this by power cycling the vehicle for a couple of days until it went out completely, uttering me unable to effectively…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2019 Chevrolet Impala have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2019 Chevrolet Impala: 18V-576 (service brakes, hydraulic). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2019 Chevrolet Impala?

Owners report electrical system problems most often (9 reports), followed by air bags (5). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 36,975 miles.

Are Chevrolet recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Chevrolet dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.