2010 chevrolet Impala airbags problems

severe 65 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,100

Complaints

Recalls

Crashes

Avg fix

$1,100

Related recalls

severe NHTSA 16V507000 05/07/2016

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Chevrolet Impala vehicles manufactured April 25, 2008 through February 16, 2010

If the wires are damaged, the passenger presence sensory system may fail to recognize that the passenger seat is occupied, disabling the air bag. Damage may also cause the air bag fuse to short resulting in a loss of all air bags and seat belt pretensions. Both conditions increase the risk of injury during a crash.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will double wrap the wires with anti-abrasion tape and replace damaged wires as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 1, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's recall campaign number is 36110.

What owners are reporting 4 most recent

airbags · filed 12/28/2019

GOT IN IT THE AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON AND IT READ THAT MY AIRBAG NEEDED TO BE SERVICE IT STAY ON FOR ABOUT 10 MINUTES AND I GOT IN LATER AND IT WAS OFF

airbags · filed 12/24/2015

AIR BAG CHECK LIGHT GOES OFF AND ON. WHILE DRIVING ON LOCAL OR HIGHWAY ROADS THE LIGHTS WILL FLASH AND THE CHECK AIR BAG LIGHT WILL BE DISPLAYED OR IF ALREADY DISPLAYED WILL TURN OFF. THIS HAS BEEN HAPPENING FOR OVER A MONTH NOW!

airbags · filed 12/16/2009

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHEVROLET IMPALA. WHEN OCCUPYING THE PASSENGER FRONT SEAT, THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATES ON THE INSTRUMENT CONTROL PANEL. THE TECHNICIANS AT THE DEALER WERE NOT ABLE TO IDENTIFY THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER TOOK A REPORT. THE MANUFACTURER WILL SEND A DISTRICT SUPERVISOR TO THE DEALER TO FURTHER INVESTIGATE THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 500.…

airbags · filed 12/11/2019

PASSENGER AIRBAG TURNS ON WITH NO PASSENGER IN SEAT. SEATBELT CHIME GOES OFF WHILE DRIVING BECAUSE OF IT.

Common questions

How serious is the airbags problem on the 2010 chevrolet Impala?

It's a meaningful issue. 65 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $1,100.

At what mileage does the airbags typically fail?

Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.

What does it cost to fix?

Independent shops typically charge around $1,100 for airbags 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 airbags?

Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover airbags issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.