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.
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Failure mileage
Complaints
29
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$150
When does it fail?
Of the 29 tires complaints filed for the 2007 Chevrolet Impala, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 0-25,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
Of the 9 model years of Chevrolet Impala we track for tires problems, this one carries the most owner complaints on file — 29.
Owners have filed 29 tires complaints with NHTSA against this vehicle, but no formal recall covers the issue — the federal record reflects what manufacturers have admitted, not everything owners are reporting.
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
The 2007 Impala exhibits a clear pattern of failure across tires. The dominant complaint is premature wear on the inside edge of rear tires, with multiple owners replacing tires every 13,000 to 25,000 miles despite proper rotation, alignment service, and varied tire brands. Owners report this wear pattern repeating across second, third, and sometimes fourth tire sets. The problem appears tied to rear suspension alignment; one owner found reference to GM TSB 08032 addressing identical uneven rear tire wear on police Impalas, but Chevrolet denies coverage for civilian models, stating the parts differ (owners later verified the parts are identical).
Beyond rear-end wear, owners report sudden blowouts, tread separation, tire sidewall bulges (particularly Goodyear Integrity units), and poor traction in wet and snowy conditions. The Tire Pressure Monitoring System malfunctions in several cases, showing false high readings or activating daily despite reset attempts. One owner's TPMS sensor replacement required $600 in parts. Several tire failures include sidewall bulges appearing at very low mileage (5,000 miles on Goodyear Integrity) and tread separations beginning around 29,000 miles. Owners who maintain their vehicles properly—rotating every 5,000 to 10,000 miles and performing alignment checks—still experience premature failure, suggesting the root cause is mechanical design rather than driver behavior.
Same Chevrolet Impala tires reports on nearby years: 2006 · 2008 · 2009
Failure modes owners describe
Premature rear tire wear (inside edge)
Rear tires wear excessively on the inside tread, exposing steel belts within 13,000–24,000 miles of installation. Owners report this pattern recurring across multiple tire replacements and brands despite alignment service. The issue is attributed by owners to an alignment or suspension defect endemic to the model year. A GM Technical Service Bulletin (TSB 08032) exists for police/fleet vehicles with identical symptoms, but Chevrolet denies coverage for non-police units, citing different parts (later verified as identical by owners).
When: 13,000–24,000 miles after tire installation; recurring pattern with subsequent tire sets
Symptoms owners cite: Inside edge of rear tires worn to steel belts; Bumpy ride quality; Vehicle pulling to one side; Rear tires wear while fronts remain in better condition; Problem repeats with new tire sets and after alignment service
Repairs/costs cited: Multiple rear tire replacements at $400–$900 per set; alignment service ($200+) does not resolve; GM camber kit available for purchase by owner (cost not specified); GM representative partial coverage reported in one case
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: GM TSB 08032 (Customer Satisfaction Program for uneven police car rear tire wear); GM denies applicability to non-police vehicles; dealers claim issue is alignment-related or driver fault; one dealer covered part of tire replacement cost
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) malfunction
TPMS warning light activates repeatedly or continuously, sometimes showing erroneous pressure readings (e.g., 58 PSI displayed). Resets by dealership provide only temporary relief. One complaint involved TPMS sensor replacement and remote transmitter replacement due to incompatibility.
When: Within first year of ownership in reported cases; recurring daily in some instances
Symptoms owners cite: TPMS warning light flashing daily or multiple times per day; Erroneous pressure readings (e.g., 58 PSI); Light does not stay off after dealer reset; 'Tire Monitoring System Service Soon' message intermittently displayed
Repairs/costs cited: TPMS sensor replacement plus two remote transmitter replacements: $600+; resets by dealership temporary
Rapid tire tread wear (non-alignment causes)
Owners report premature tread wear across multiple tire brands and styles (Goodyear Eagle LS2, Goodyear Assurance Tripletred, Goodyear Integrity, premium 80,000-mile tires, others) despite proper maintenance (rotation every 5,000–10,000 miles, alignment checks, pressure monitoring). Highway drivers and light-use owners affected equally. Wear pattern suggests suspension or alignment root cause rather than driver behavior.
When: Between 9,000 and 80,000 miles depending on tire brand/quality; multiple sets required in 2–4 years
Symptoms owners cite: Tires worn completely or nearly bare in 9,000–25,000 miles; Wear pattern uniform across multiple tire brands, inconsistent with driver behavior; Owners report proper maintenance (frequent rotation, alignment service); Failure with both premium and standard tire grades
Repairs/costs cited: Tire replacements: $470–$1,995.99 per set depending on brand and multiple replacements; Goodyear offered replacement of four Eagle F1 tires with non-Eagle F1 tires for $722 but denied recall coverage
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: GM denies defect; Goodyear denies Eagle F1 recall despite widespread online complaints; Tire Rack reportedly provided free replacements plus $100 per tire compensation to some Goodyear Eagle F1 buyers (not Impala-specific)
Tire sidewall bulging (Goodyear Integrity)
Bulges appeared in sidewalls of Goodyear Integrity 175/70R13 tires at low mileage. After front tire replacement, the spare tire (original front driver side) also developed a bulge.
When: 5,000 miles on initial tires
Symptoms owners cite: Visible bulge in sidewall of front passenger side tire; Bulge later appeared in spare tire (original front driver side)
Repairs/costs cited: Front two tires replaced at 5,000 miles
Tread separation
Tread separated from tire body, causing loss of air pressure. One owner reported this occurring on three separate tires of the same make and model.
When: Around 29,000–36,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Tread separation from tire carcass; Loss of air pressure; Vibration and pulling on highway at speeds above 60 MPH (preceding tread separation); Tires exhibiting separation issues starting around 29,000 miles
Repairs/costs cited: Tires replaced; third-party inspection identified tread separation on three of four tires
Tire sidewall handling and durability issues (Goodyear Integrity)
Goodyear Integrity tires (225/60R16) exhibited poor handling and excessive noise on corners. One tire showed over half wear at just 9,000 miles and was projected to require replacement before 17,000 miles.
When: 9,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Over half tread worn at 9,000 miles; Poor handling in all conditions; Very loose handling and excessive tire noise on corners even at slow speeds
Repairs/costs cited: Tire replacement projected before 17,000 miles
Sudden tire blowouts
Tires failed suddenly and completely, with owners reporting loud noise and vibration just before rupture. One tire blew at just 3,000 miles on the original equipment.
When: 3,000 miles (original tire) and 21,000–36,000 miles (aftermarket)
Symptoms owners cite: Hearing and feeling lumping/thumping before explosion; Tire rupture felt through steering wheel and floor; Explosive failure while driving
Repairs/costs cited: Tire replacement required
Spontaneous tire pressure loss while parked
Tires lost all or most air pressure while parked, with rims touching the ground. Multiple instances occurred without visible damage or puncture; dealership and tire shop inspections found no defect. Ruled out intentional deflation when loss occurred in locked garage.
When: Within 6 months of lease; instances occurred within hours or overnight
Symptoms owners cite: Complete air loss from tire within 2–3 hours while parked; Loss of half air pressure overnight; Rim contacting ground; No visible puncture or damage found by dealership or tire shop
Repairs/costs cited: No repair performed; no defect found
Poor traction and vehicle instability in wet/snowy conditions
Owners reported dangerous rear-end sliding and fishtailing in snow and rain, and poor traction on wet pavement. Handling concerns cited in conjunction with tire wear issues and suspension misalignment.
When: During winter and wet weather driving
Symptoms owners cite: Rear end slides and fishtails in snow; Vehicle feels like it is on ice rink; Sliding while driving 30 MPH in snow; Poor traction in wet and icy conditions; Front wheel well noise when raining after tires worn down
Repairs/costs cited: One dealer identified tires as defective and replaced them; another suggested tire rotation was not advisable due to wear pattern
Synthesized from 29 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 1 most recent
Goodyear integrity 225/60r16 tire got flat tire from small plastic debris. When tire was repaired it was pointed out the tire is over half worn at just barely 9,000 miles. Tire if kept on vehicle will require replacement before 17,000 miles. Also tire handles poorly in all conditions. Very loose handling and excessive tire noise on corners even at slow speeds. *tr
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Common questions
How serious is the tires problem on the 2007 Chevrolet Impala?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 29 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $150 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the tires typically fail?
Across the 22 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most tires failures cluster between 22,500 and 35,000 miles, with the median around 30,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 22,500; a quarter make it past 35,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
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/2007/Chevrolet/Impala.
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