2019 Chevrolet Impala problems
Light NHTSA footprint — 28 owner complaints. Either a clean record or thin data; we'll show what's there.
The 2019 Chevrolet Impala has 28 NHTSA owner complaints on file (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). The most-reported system is electrical at 7 complaints, typically surfacing around 38,497 miles (~$850 to repair). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
| Model year | Owner complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 Impala | 110 | 0 |
| 2017 Impala | 116 | 0 |
| 2018 Impala | 59 | 0 |
| 2019 Impala (this page) | 28 | 0 |
| 2020 Impala | 15 | 0 |
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally.
- No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record
- Reliability score 8.4/10 — above the segment average
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Buying a used 2019 Chevrolet Impala? Check these first
Here's what this model is known to do — so you can inspect for it, price it in, or make the seller fix it before you sign.
What to inspect on this specific car
- electrical — 7 owner reports · tends to show around 38,497 mi · ~$850 to fix
- airbags — 5 owner reports · tends to show around 26,000 mi · ~$1,100 to fix
- powertrain — 4 owner reports · tends to show around 104,170 mi · ~$2,500 to fix
- steering — 3 owner reports · tends to show around 36,338 mi · ~$700 to fix
⚠ The one to take seriously: electrical is flagged severe on this model , showing up around 38,497 mi. Inspect it closely on a test drive.
Recalls to confirm are done
Run the VIN from the listing — no active recalls on this model right now, but confirm none were opened after this car was built.
Verdict for buyers: 8.4/10 model. The priciest documented failure is powertrain (~$2,500) — get the seller's service records for it or inspect closely. Otherwise an average-risk used buy at a fair price.
We tell you what this model is known for and what to inspect — a vehicle-history report tells you what this exact car has been through. Smart buyers get both.
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A noise, a warning light, a repair quote, "should I buy this?" — get an answer grounded in this vehicle's actual NHTSA record, not generic advice.
Answers use this vehicle's NHTSA complaint & recall record — owner-reported and unverified, not a diagnosis. Verify anything safety-critical with a mechanic.
Top trouble spots 5 categories with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
My 2019 impala is equipped with heated steering wheel, in the past week it stopped working, only to discover it had a blown fuse. I changed the fuse only to have it blown a second time. At this point I realized something more involved was wrong, took car to dealer to have…
My car is equipped w/a heated steering wheel. Attempted to turn on one cold morning only to discover it was not working. Checked the manual to locate fuse box found fuse was blown, replaced fuse started car up to check heated steering wheel & nothing. Again checked…
2019 impala premier and the passenger headlight is full of condensation. Its has not dried in the sun or driving with headlights on. Im told the entire headlight housing will need to be replaced at a cost of $800. Its causing that light not to illuminate as bright as the driver…
Several different instances I've had my parking brake release as soon as I go to move after being parked for a long period of time. (I never set my parking brake to begin with so I don't understand why it keeps telling me it's released) Once it tells me it's been released, it's…
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Common questions
Is the 2019 Chevrolet Impala reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.4 out of 10 based on 28 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2019 Chevrolet Impala is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
Should you avoid the 2019 Chevrolet Impala?
On the NHTSA data, the 2019 Chevrolet Impala does not need avoiding. Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally. The record behind that call: No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record; Reliability score 8.4/10 — above the segment average. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What should I check before buying a used 2019 Chevrolet Impala?
Inspect the electrical first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 7 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 38,497 miles. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Also confirm any open recalls have been completed by running the VIN, and ask for service records covering the problem areas listed above.
Is the 2019 Chevrolet Impala a good used car to buy?
It scores 8.4 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 28 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is electrical. Typical failure occurs around 38,497 miles. Priced fairly and clean on inspection, it's a reasonable used buy. Our data covers what this model is known for — pair it with a vehicle-history report on the VIN to see what that specific car has been through.
What's the most common problem on the 2019 Chevrolet Impala?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is electrical, with 7 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 38,497 miles. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The electrical is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 38,497 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Chevrolet Impala has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2019 Chevrolet Impala?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 28 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $850, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.