10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
29 / 2
Injuries / Deaths:
35 / 0
Average Mileage:
89,068 miles

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problem #41

Jul 152020

Impala

  • 96,000 miles
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that the dashboard had cracked due to the heat. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed the crack had extended to the passenger side airbag. The dealer and manufacturer were not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 96,000.

- New Bethlehem, PA, USA

problem #40

Mar 172020

Impala

  • 173,000 miles
The vehicle was traveling over 40mph. The driver swerved to miss a dog in the road the vehicle rolled and landed on the roof of the car. The airbags did not deployed and the driver was seen at the er for cervical and left sided pain.

- Peyton, CO, USA

problem #39

Jan 192020

Impala

  • 152,891 miles
Due to inclement weather, vehicle was put into a deep ditch hitting a tree stopping it completely and the airbags did not deploy. The rear end of the vehicle was catapulted into the air and returned to the ground quickly after. The vehicle was in motion headed for a tee intersection where the ditch was located across the tee intersection.

- Ithaca, MI, USA

problem #38

Dec 052019

Impala

  • 260,000 miles
The contact owned a 2007 Chevrolet Impala. While driving 40 mph, the contact T-boned another vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. The contact sustained injuries to the chest, back, and neck and was taken to the hospital for medical assistance. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a junk yard and deemed destroyed. The manufacturer and dealer were not notified of the failure. The cause of the failure was not determined. The failure mileage was approximately 260,000.

- Albion, NY, USA

problem #37

Oct 072017

Impala

  • 175,000 miles
Takata recall. I was driving the car when at a moments notice the car shut off power steering was lost the car veered to the right and another car slammed into my passenger side swiping me.

- Rosemead, CA, USA

problem #36

Apr 272017

Impala

  • 200,000 miles
The contact owned a 2007 Chevrolet Impala. While driving 20 mph, another vehicle collided with the front driver's side of the contacts vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The driver sustained injuries to the back, left hand, and neck. The contact's three children who were seated in the rear of the vehicle all sustained injuries to their backs, necks, and heads. Medical attention was received. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an unknown facility where it was deemed a total loss. The vehicle was not taken to an independent mechanic or dealer for the air bag failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.

- Wilmington, NC, USA

problem #35

Sep 032017

Impala

  • 160,000 miles
The contact owned a 2007 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that while driving at 35 mph, the vehicle rear ended another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed. The contact sustained injuries to the lower back and shoulders. It was unknown if medical attention was required. The vehicle was destroyed. It was unknown if a dealer or manufacturer were contacted. The failure mileage was 160,000.

- Los Angelos, CA, USA

problem #34

Oct 102017

Impala

  • 58,000 miles
Air bag inoperative light on instrument panel illuminated while driving. Took to dealership and after investigation found the wiring harness associated with (pig-tail) was broken and chafed from interfacing with car frame during normal operation of the vehicle. Car has never been in any type of incident. Vehicle has 58,025 orig miles the car is operated on. City and highway paved roads.

- Valparaiso, FL, USA

problem #33

Sep 162014

Impala

  • 100,000 miles
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Impala. While driving 40 mph, the contact's vehicle was rear ended by another vehicle and the steering seized. As a result, the contact collided with a curb. The air bags did not deploy. The driver had memory loss and pain in the hands, back, and legs. The rear seat passenger sustained injuries to the neck, back, and hearing loss in both ears. Medical attention was received. The injuries to the occupants in the other vehicle were unknown. The contact was unaware if a police report was filed. The vehicle was towed, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was opened. The failure mileage was 100,000.

- Windsor Mill, MD, USA

problem #32

Sep 212016

Impala

  • 160,000 miles
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Impala. While driving 30 mph, the steering wheel became difficult to turn. When the brakes were applied, they failed to respond and the vehicle crashed into trees. The air bags did not deploy. The contact was injured and received medical attention. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was towed, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 14V355000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 160,000.

- Ravenswood, WV, USA

problem #31

Aug 012016

Impala

  • 65,007 miles
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that the SRS light illuminated without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mailure was 65,007.

- Crisfield, MD, USA

problem #30

Sep 152014

Impala

  • 100,000 miles
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that while stopped, another vehicle crashed into the rear of the vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact sustained neck and back injuries that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic but was not diagnosed however, the body damage was repaired. In addition, the contact stated that while driving 25 mph, the steering wheel seized without warning. The contact also mentioned that the front and rear driver side, and the rear passenger windows failed to operate. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 14V355000 (electrical system). The failure mileage was 100,000.

- Baltimore, MD, USA

problem #29

Feb 202016

Impala

  • 115,900 miles
While passing a car on highway, check air bag warning light came on, and has remained on. Vehicle has 116000 miles, and was fleet maintained by a police department, gwinnette county Georgia.

- Mobile, AL, USA

problem #28

Jan 112016

Impala 6-cyl

  • miles
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Impala. While driving at a high speed, the contact lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a median. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed. The contact sustained fractured ribs, which required medical attention. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was not provided. Updated 03/11/16

- Mitchellville, MD, USA

problem #27

Aug 282015

Impala

  • 160,000 miles
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Impala. While driving at 60 mph, the contact lost control of the vehicle after being cut off by a motorcyclist. The contact crashed into a cement barrier. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact also stated that the anti-lock braking system failed. A police report was filed. The contact and passenger received injuries to the upper and lower back and neck, which required medical attention. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 160,000.

- York, PA, USA

problem #26

Jul 182015

Impala

  • 125,000 miles
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Impala. While driving 40 mph, the vehicle independently jerked to the left and right without warning. The contact lost control of the vehicle and struck a curb. The vehicle rolled over three times and landed upright. The contact stated that the air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed. Minor injuries were sustained, but did not require medical attention. The vehicle was destroyed and towed from the scene. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14V355000 (electrical system); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 125,000.

- Chagrin Falls, OH, USA

problem #25

Feb 042015

Impala 6-cyl

  • 152,000 miles
At about 35 mph after driving the car at 70mph for half an hour, the passenger side fuse box burst into flames.

- Waterville, OH, USA

problem #24

Mar 062010

Impala 6-cyl

  • miles
My ABS and traction control lights came on I was told it was my bearings. I replaced those and problems began again I was told it was my brakes and rotors and replaced those. Problem began again I was told it was my sensors, again I replaced those. Problem began again I was told it has to be the senor, another repair. All the while constantly needing tires (pressure lights also kept coming on) well ABS and traction control problem began again. I backed up and car wouldn't go forward. It'll go forward in 1 N 2 I believe. Help!..

- Pomona, CA, USA

problem #23

Jun 152014

Impala

  • 9,999 miles
The contact owned a 2007 Chevrolet Impala. While driving approximately 50 mph on an overpass, a truck swiped the side of the contact's vehicle. The vehicle stalled and the contact lost control. The vehicle crashed into a guardrail and rolled over five times. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was not filed. The contact sustained injuries to the left shoulder, bruised ribs, head trauma and numbness in the lower back. In addition, the contact sustained torn ligaments in the neck, left shoulder, and the left arm that required medical attention. The vehicle was destroyed. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 14V355000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 9,999.

- Las Vegas, NV, USA

problem #22

Oct 152014

Impala

  • 67,000 miles
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Impala. While driving approximately 35 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle veered off the road, down an embankment, and crashed into a tree. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed. There were no injuries. The vehicle was towed to a dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was then towed to an independent mechanic for repairs. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 67,000.

- Oxford, GA, USA

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