This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed for the vehicle in question and its applications. Technician should not use the information that is provided by the antilock braking system tire size selection.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2006 Chevrolet Impala tires problems
severe 11 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $150 · see tires across all vehicles →
Complaints
11
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$150
1crash
What stands out
Among the 9 model years of Chevrolet Impala in our records for tires problems, this one ranks #3 by owner-complaint volume.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering tires on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed for the vehicle in question and its applications. Technician should not use the information that is provided by the antilock braking system tire size selection.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed for the vehicle in question and its applications. Technician should not use the information that is provided by the antilock braking system tire size selection.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗This service bulletin provides information for accurate tire pressures that ensure the safe handling and appropriate ride characteristics of GM cars and trucks.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Tire/Wheel Characteristics (Vibration, Balance, Shake, Flat Spotting) of GM Original Equipment Tires.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
Tread separation is the dominant complaint here. Owners of Impalas equipped with Goodyear Eagle LS2 and Goodyear P235-50-R18 tires report tread separating from the carcass while substantial tread depth remains—some at 7/32 to 9/32 depth. Two shops confirmed separation in one case; Goodyear inspection validated the defect. Tread separation occurs at highway speeds without warning.
Uneven wear requiring frequent replacement is a pattern: one owner replaced tires five times in 105,000 miles, getting 20,000–25,000 miles per set despite tires rated for 50,000–70,000 miles. Rotation and alignment didn't fix it. This owner notes the 2006 exhibits the same problem as recalled 2007–2008 Impalas.
Tire failures include punctures (from nails and internal sidewall damage possibly from suspension), slow leaks, sidewall failure splitting a tire in two at 55 mph, and a blowout causing loss of control and a collision.
The Tire Pressure Monitoring System repeatedly fails, with one owner reporting five shop visits for the blinking warning light that won't clear even after pressure checks and inflation.
One owner reports a persistent shuddering ride over 35 mph diagnosed as tread separation, unresolved by replacing all four tires.
Same Chevrolet Impala tires reports on nearby years: 2007 · 2008 · 2009
Failure modes owners describe
Tread separation
Tread separates from tire carcass, reported in Goodyear Eagle LS2 tires and other brands. Owners report tread separation occurring while significant tread depth remains (7/32 to 9/32), and defect confirmed by both dealer and Goodyear inspection. Also reported in Goodyear P235-50-R18 at highway speeds.
When: 7/32 to 9/32 tread depth remaining; reported at 45 mph and highway speeds
Symptoms owners cite: Tread separating from tire carcass; Sudden tire failure at speed; Whining noise from tire before failure
Repairs/costs cited: Dealers refused to remount separated tires under California law; replacement tires required
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Goodyear acknowledged defect and directed consumer to Goodyear dealer for inspection and confirmation
Premature and uneven tire wear
Multiple owners report needing tire replacement every 20,000–25,000 miles despite buying tires rated for 50,000–70,000 miles. Uneven wear pattern persists even with routine rotation and alignment. Owner notes 2006 Impala exhibits same problem as recalled 2007–2008 model year.
When: Every 20,000–25,000 miles despite rated tire life; 105,000 miles total with 4–5 sets needed
Symptoms owners cite: Uneven wear across tire surface; Premature tire wear requiring frequent replacement; Problem continues after alignment and rotation
Repairs/costs cited: Owner replaced tires multiple times out of pocket at 20,000–25,000 mile intervals
Tire punctures and slow leaks
Owners report punctures from road debris (nails) and punctures on tire inside sidewall possibly from suspension contact. One report of slow leak in rear tires causing gradual deflation.
When: Varies; one slow leak incident during rental period; puncture on inside sidewall at unspecified mileage
Symptoms owners cite: Slow leak in rear tires; Sudden flat tire on interstate; Tire puncture on inside sidewall; Vehicle instability from flat tire
Repairs/costs cited: Rental agency charged consumer for damaged tire; dealer insisted on tire replacement cost
Tire sidewall failure
Owner reports sidewall failure on high-performance tires at 154,000 miles. Tire split in two during highway driving. Owner states these tires are prone to sidewall failure.
When: 154,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Tire split in two; Whining noise before failure; Sudden tire failure at speed (55 mph)
Repairs/costs cited: Tire not replaced by dealer at time of report
Tire Pressure Monitoring System malfunction
System continues to flash warning and fail diagnostics repeatedly despite multiple shop visits and tire pressure checks. Problem persists across multiple repair attempts, reported as fifth visit for this issue alone.
When: Multiple incidents; reported as recurring problem over vehicle ownership
Symptoms owners cite: TPMS light blinking continuously; System malfunction persists after tire pressure check and inflation; Repeated failures across multiple service visits
Repairs/costs cited: Serviced in shop five times for TPMS issue; no resolution reported
Bouncy or shuddering ride over 35 mph
Owner reports vehicle exhibits bouncy, shuddering ride over 35 mph. Initially attributed to bad tire with tread separation by two separate shops. Replacement of all four brand-new tires did not resolve issue. Shop later attributed problem to normal road bumps, but owner distinguishes the shudder from typical bump feel.
When: Occurs over 35 mph; problem persists after complete tire replacement
Symptoms owners cite: Bouncy ride over 35 mph; Shuddering sensation distinct from normal road bumps; Rear-end instability; Problem persists after new tires installed
Repairs/costs cited: All four tires replaced with brand-new tires out of owner's pocket; issue not resolved
Blown tire causing loss of vehicle control
Right rear tire blowout at unspecified speed caused vehicle to swerve and strike another vehicle. Police report documented incident and concluded tire blowout caused loss of control.
When: Unspecified mileage
Symptoms owners cite: Tire blowout; Vehicle swerved; Loss of vehicle control; Collision with another vehicle
Synthesized from 11 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
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Common questions
How serious is the tires problem on the 2006 Chevrolet Impala?
It's a meaningful issue. 11 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $150.
At what mileage does the tires typically fail?
Based on the 11 complaints filed, tires issues most often appear around 90,361 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $150 for tires repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to tires?
No active recalls currently cover tires issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2006/Chevrolet/Impala.
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