Model year
2007 Chevrolet Impala
NHTSA lists 2 recalls and 627 complaints for the 2007 Chevrolet Impala (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints are ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (118), STEERING (95), ENGINE (77). NHTSA star ratings from before model year 2011 use an older method and are not shown here. EPA rates it 19–22 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $3,050–$4,350, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2000 818 complaints
- 2001 742 complaints
- 2002 795 complaints
- 2003 695 complaints
- 2004 1,073 complaints
- 2005 609 complaints
- 2006 524 complaints
- 2007 627 complaints
- 2008 810 complaints
- 2009 824 complaints
- 2010 442 complaints
- 2011 505 complaints
- 2012 258 complaints
- 2013 272 complaints
- 2014 637 complaints
- 2015 300 complaints
- 2016 111 complaints
- 2017 117 complaints
- 2018 59 complaints
- 2019 28 complaints
- 2020 15 complaints
Recalls
14V355000 · Jun 23, 2014
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM)…
06V419000 · Oct 31, 2006
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, THE FUEL TANK IS MISSING THE ADHESIVE LAYER THAT BONDS THE BARRIER LAYER TO THE OUTER SHELL OF THE FUEL TANK.
Complaints
627 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 52, fire flag on 10, injury field 56, deaths field 1. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations
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Safety ratings
NHTSA star ratings from before model year 2011 use an older method and are not shown here.
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Impala · 3.5L · Automatic 4-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 18 | 28 | 22 | — | — | $3,050 |
| Impala · 3.9L · Automatic 4-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 18 | 26 | 21 | — | — | $3,200 |
| Impala · 5.3L · Automatic 4-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 16 | 24 | 19 | — | — | $4,350 |
| Impala · 3.5L · Automatic 4-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline · FFV | 18 | 28 | 22 | — | — | $3,050 |
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Check a vehicle
This page is not a VIN lookup. NHTSA's recall tool checks a specific vehicle: nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's page for this model year is 2007 Chevrolet Impala at NHTSA. Complaint narratives stay on NHTSA's site and are not copied here.