This service bulletin provides information on regular inspection of the Seat Belt Lap Anchor.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2009 Chevrolet Impala seatbelts problems
severe 4 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $500 · see seatbelts across all vehicles →
Complaints
4
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$500
1crash
1injury
What stands out
Of the 9 model years of Chevrolet Impala we track for seatbelts problems, this one has the fewest owner complaints on file (4).
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering seatbelts 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 service bulletin provides information on availability for a seat belt extender.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Seatbelt Pretensioner Harness Out of Position, Airbag Indicator Light ON, DTCs Set Some customers may comment that the vehicle airbag indicator light is on. When checking the vehicle for DTCs, the inflatable restraint sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) may report codes B001A, B001B, B0014, B0015, B0021 and B0022. This condition may be caused by the seatbelt pretensioner harness being out of position, pinched between the harness and seat frame. Poor harness connector terminal contact, misalignment, or corrosion.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Seatbelt Pretensioner Harness Out of Position, Airbag Indicator Light ON, DTCs Set
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
What owners are reporting 0 most recent
Had seatbelts trouble with your 2009 Chevrolet Impala?
File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.
Common questions
How serious is the seatbelts problem on the 2009 Chevrolet Impala?
It's a meaningful issue. 4 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $500.
At what mileage does the seatbelts typically fail?
Based on the 4 complaints filed, seatbelts issues most often appear around 126,900 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 $500 for seatbelts 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 seatbelts?
No active recalls currently cover seatbelts 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/2009/Chevrolet/Impala.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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