2015 Chevrolet Impala Problems
Used CHEVROLET IMPALA shoppers should review this model-year complaint and recall record before making an offer. Based on 300 real NHTSA owner complaints, with Electrical Faults the most reported area.
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This 2015 Chevrolet Impala has 300 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Electrical Faults.
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2015 Chevrolet Impala Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 5 2015 Chevrolet Impala trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 5 trims analysed.
2015 Chevrolet Impala Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star ProgramOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
12.1% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
12.1% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2015 Chevrolet Impala has 300 owner complaints, 10 crash-related complaints, and 3 recall campaigns on record. The most frequently reported component is Electrical Faults. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Chevrolet
- Model
- Impala
- Model year
- 2015
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 300
- Crash-related complaints
- 10
- Safety recall campaigns
- 3
- Top reported component
- Electrical Faults
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 22
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 19 / 28
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- NHTSA overall safety rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA frontal crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA side crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 4/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Common problems
Most common 2015 Chevrolet Impala problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Electrical Faults
Uncategorized Issues
Steering Defects
Complaint patterns center on Electrical Faults, Uncategorized Issues, Steering Defects. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2015 Chevrolet Impala?
This CHEVROLET IMPALA year shows a meaningful number of reported issues, so buyers should only proceed after a careful records review and inspection.
Model-year complaint trends can reveal recurring trouble spots before you spend money on inspections, financing, or repairs.
May Suit
This year may suit buyers who prioritize complete maintenance records and pass a pre-purchase inspection.
May Want to Avoid
Buyers who want a lower-risk ownership profile may prefer comparing nearby model years before committing.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2015 Chevrolet Impala
Inspection Focus
- Inspect the most frequently reported complaint components on this model year
- Confirm recall repairs were completed and documented
- Check for accident damage, title brands, and mileage inconsistencies on the exact VIN
Before You Close the Deal
- Run a VIN check on the specific vehicle you are considering
- Verify all open recalls are completed at nhtsa.gov/recalls
- Request service records for the most-reported complaint components
- Have a certified mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase
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AI verdict
What the complaint data suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
The CHEVROLET IMPALA has 300 NHTSA complaints and 3 recalls on record. 10 complaints involve crash-related incidents. This data reflects owner-reported issues submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Recall context: 3 recall campaigns are on record, so recall completion status should be confirmed on the exact VIN before purchase.
- 300 total complaints filed with NHTSA
- 3 federal recall campaigns
- 10 crash-related complaints on record
- Review NHTSA complaint history for the most-reported components
- Check recall completion status at nhtsa.gov/recalls
- Verify service records for frequently complained components
Full breakdown
All 2015 Chevrolet Impala complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2015 Chevrolet Impala. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Faults | 96 | — | 4 | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 51 | 1 | 2 | — | |
| Steering Defects | 44 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Lane Departure | 42 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 29 | 2 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 24 | 3 | 1 | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 22 | 2 | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 20 | — | 1 | — | |
| Engine Problems | 19 | 1 | 4 | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 16 | — | 1 | — | |
| Structural Problems | 16 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 10 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 8 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Parking-Brake Issues | 3 | — | 1 | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2015 Chevrolet Impala. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
I was just driving down the highway today 15, August 2026 and my sunroof just shattered. I have a moon roof in the back half that sounded like a gunshot. I heard a pop and down falls shards of glass on me while I was driving.
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2015 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that there was a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 182,412. It was later discovered upon checking the Title that…
The electronic power steering intermittently fails while driving, especially during or after wet conditions. Without warning, the steering wheel becomes extremely stiff and difficult to turn, and a “Service Power Steering” message appears. The failure occurs at any speed and las…
I have always kept my Impala in my garage until recently I started keeping my grandson a few days a week. When I am at that home my car is parked in a driveway open to the elements. About a month after starting I notice that my car started having what I would describe as an elec…
I brought my vehicle into Chevrolet due to my vehicle locking down and thinking the vehicle is being stolen. They told me that the side module malfunctions due to rain and weather conditions. He then says the part is on back order for possibly 12 months or greater! I drive for m…
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to restart the vehicle on several occasions. During other failures, the vehicle restarted independently while rolling forward. During one f…
The contact owned a 2015 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, turned off, and unoccupied, the front of the vehicle had caught fire. The fire was extinguished by the local fire department. The fire department indicated that the failure may have o…
Loss of power steering
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, the steering wheel started to feel loose. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact continued driving and the steering wheel tightened with the "Service Power Steering - Drive wit…
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the shade of the sunroof started to detach, and the sunroof shade started lowering from the sunroof of the vehicle. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or …
I am leasing the car out. I’ve been leasing it out for the last three months since March I went delinquent on one of my payments because I have my mechanic look at it and type my VIN number in and they told me that I was recall he couldn’t tell me why I was recall Two days ago, w…
Transmission control module 158,320 miles
Side Blind Zone Alert (SZBA) system continues to be an issue with this vehicle. Sensing module(s) on inner left or right side of bumper cover fail due to water intrusion. When sensing module fails, "Service Side Detection System" message will appear on driver information center…
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH, the transmission was slipping and unexpectedly downshifted to a lower gear. The contact stated that the vehicle violently shuddered. The contact stated that the check engine and stabi…
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that while her mother was starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal plastic burning odor and smoke entering the vehicle through the air vents on the center console. The contact stated that a neighbor assisted and beca…
passenger front seat presence sensor says someone is sitting in the seat even when empty. also seat belt warning light and audible alert is affected. I occasionally have four small children In the vehicle which is concerning because the airbag could go off when a child is sitting…
I was driving my 2015 Chevy Impala on the highway and my steering gave out into a curve. I got deeply afraid when the steering froze up on me, specially at 50 into a 40 mile rated speed. I say this because I wasn't aware that GM vehicles stop putting power steering pumps in their…
GM has a know issue with the side detection system and refuses to do anything about it even after there service bulletin expired. When this fail it can cause other issues with the dashboard system failure and more. In this case the system would never shutdown draining the battery…
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, upon starting the vehicle, several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taking to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that unknown sensors needed to be reprogramme…
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle downshifted and shuddered abnormally. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was restarted; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to the dea…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2015 Chevrolet Impala.
Safety recalls
2015 Chevrolet Impala recalls
3 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2015 Chevrolet Impala. 3 recall campaigns are on record, so recall completion status should be confirmed on the exact VIN before purchase. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
STRUCTURE
AIR BAGS
PARKING BRAKE
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Questions
2015 Chevrolet Impala buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2015 Chevrolet Impala reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 300 owner complaints, 10 crash-related complaints, and 3 recall campaigns for this model year. This CHEVROLET IMPALA year shows a meaningful number of reported issues, so buyers should only proceed after a careful records review and inspection. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Chevrolet Impala?▾
#1: Electrical Faults (96 complaints). #2: Uncategorized Issues (51 complaints). #3: Steering Defects (44 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2015 Chevrolet Impala?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2015 Chevrolet Impala?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2015 Chevrolet Impala, NHTSA complaints include 10 crash-related reports and 11 fire reports out of 300 total complaints. 9 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2015 Chevrolet Impala have any recalls?▾
Yes. 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2015 Chevrolet Impala. A major recall area is STRUCTURE. 3 recall campaigns are on record, so recall completion status should be confirmed on the exact VIN before purchase. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2015 Chevrolet Impala?▾
This CHEVROLET IMPALA year shows a meaningful number of reported issues, so buyers should only proceed after a careful records review and inspection. Model-year complaint trends can reveal recurring trouble spots before you spend money on inspections, financing, or repairs. Pay extra attention to Electrical Faults during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpectorAI.
Wider context: See the full Chevrolet Impala reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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