Chevrolet · Impala · 2013
2013 Chevrolet Impala
1
Recall
270
Complaints
4/5
Safety Rating
The 2013 Chevrolet Impala has 1 recall and 270 owner-reported complaints on file with NHTSA. Overall safety rating: 4 out of 5 stars. Most reported issue: electronic stability control (esc) (41 reports).
Source: NHTSA Public Records · Updated Apr 28, 2026
Research Context
The 2013 Chevrolet Impala page works best as a research starting point. Complaint totals show how much owner-reported activity exists, while recalls and investigations help show whether any of that activity turned into formal safety action.
Because this is a newer-era vehicle page, it usually helps to compare this year against nearby model years before deciding whether a complaint pattern looks isolated or persistent. On this page, the most prominent complaint area is electronic stability control (esc) with 41 reported complaints.
Best Research Moves
- Use the complaint log to see whether the 2013 Chevrolet Impala reports cluster around one repeated symptom or spread across multiple systems.
- Review the recall section even if the total is smaller, because a limited number of recalls can still point to meaningful safety actions.
- This page is primarily a complaints-and-recalls research surface, so compare nearby model years before treating the complaint total as a standalone verdict.
Key Takeaways
- The 2013 Chevrolet Impala currently shows 1 NHTSA recall listed on this page and 270 owner-reported complaints.
- This page currently shows no linked NHTSA investigations.
- This page reflects complaint volume, recall history, and NHTSA test data, but it does not diagnose causes or rank reliability by itself.
- Safety data currently shows 4/5 overall NHTSA safety rating.
- The most frequently reported complaint categories on this page are electronic stability control (esc) (41), electrical system (18), electronic stability control (esc),service brakes (15).
- Vehicle
- 2013 Chevrolet Impala
- Recalls
- 1
- Complaints
- 270
- Safety Rating
- 4/5
How to Interpret This Page
This page combines three types of NHTSA data: recall campaigns (official manufacturer or government actions), owner complaints (unverified consumer reports), and crash test ratings (where available). A vehicle with many complaints is not necessarily less reliable — complaint volume correlates with sales volume and vehicle age. Recalls indicate identified defects, not overall quality. To compare this model year with others, use the year navigation in the sidebar or return to the model overview page.
If you are researching a used vehicle, start with the complaint categories, compare them against the recall list, and then check nearby model years to see whether the same issue profile repeats. That usually produces a better buying or research signal than treating the raw complaint total as a standalone safety ranking.
NHTSA Crash Test Performance
Frontal Crash Test
Side Crash Test
Overall Frontal Rating
Driver and Passenger Assessment
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Overall Side Rating
Side Barrier and Side Pole Tests
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Rollover Resistance
11.3% rollover risk in single-vehicle crash
Safety Features
ESC: StandardForward Collision Warning: NoLane Departure Warning: No
Recall Notices
NHTSANHTSA ID: 14V355000June 23, 2014
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Buick LaCrosse, 2006-2011 Buick Lucerne, 2000-2005 Cadillac DeVille, 2006-2011 Cadillac DTS, 2006-2014 Chevrolet Impala, and 2006-2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the weight on the key ring and road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.
Remedy Status
GM will notify owners, and dealers will install two key rings and an insert in the key slot or a cover over the key head on all ignition keys, free of charge. The recall began on September 23, 2014. Owners may contact General Motors customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-458-8006 (Cadillac), and 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet). GM's number for this recall is 14299.
Owner Complaints
270 totalSTEERING,AIR BAGS
CRASH2 injuriesJul 13, 2025
I have driving on highway [XXX] heading back home to yucca valley from oceanside driving in the left lane my steering wheel locked up my vehicle swerved let into a street sign and thr vehicle proceeded to turn right swerving on the road losing control of the vehicle my airbag ne...
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UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Jul 6, 2024
Service Stabilitrak traction light comes on and front left side on car makes noise when turn sterring wheel to left and ABS light comes on when this light comes on.
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Apr 8, 2024
While driving vehicle warning light service stabilitrak....reduced engine power comes on. Vehicle then slows and can not drive over 20 to 30 mph. This has occurred randomly at highway speeds while driving on interstate in traffic. Sudden reduction caused traffic to have to...
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POWER TRAIN
Aug 16, 2023
TFP Switch(Sensor) 4 Circuit Low Voltage
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY/WIPER,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Mar 4, 2023
The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that the driver 's side power master door lock switch was inoperable. The messages "Monitor Tie System" and "Monitor Battery System" were displayed. The contact stated that the windshield wipers were operating at a slow...
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
Feb 10, 2023
My 2013 Impala Ltz Service Traction Control, Service Stabilitrack, Engine power reduced problem lights came on the dash. Almost had an accident I want to know why the 2013 model of impala has not had any recalls as the 2010 models with same issues..... My vehicle has the same maj...
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AIR BAGS,SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
CRASH1 injurySep 3, 2022
Driving home on 9/3/22 I began to turn into a curve in the road at which time the brake light on dash came on and felt as though one wheel in the rear locked up.2 seconds later It caused my car to spin uncontrollable down the road and slide into ditch however I slid into a field ...
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POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
Aug 9, 2022
while waiting to make a left turn when traffic cleared I pressed the gas pedal and heard a loud grinding noise and the car would not move for 2 or 3 seconds and suddenly moved. Very dangerous. Car forums have many of the same incidents with great difficulty in resolving this prob...
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WHEELS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jun 29, 2022
Consistent problems/issues with the Traction Control turning off randomly while driving the vehicle. Which causes the car to almost stall, have issues accelerating, make a grinding/scraping noise until we manually turn the traction control off. Most of the issues/sounds stop shor...
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EQUIPMENT
May 30, 2022
The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Impala equipped with an OEM jack, Part Number: 13500018. The contact stated while jacking up the vehicle to change a tire, the jack folded and caused the vehicle to fall. There were no injuries sustained. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired...
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many recalls does the 2013 Chevrolet Impala have?
The 2013 Chevrolet Impala has 1 recall recorded by NHTSA.
How many complaints have been filed for the 2013 Chevrolet Impala?
NHTSA has received 270 owner-reported complaints for the 2013 Chevrolet Impala.
What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2013 Chevrolet Impala?
The 2013 Chevrolet Impala received an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars from NHTSA.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Chevrolet Impala?
The most commonly reported complaint categories for the 2013 Chevrolet Impala are electronic stability control (esc) (41 reports), electrical system (18 reports), electronic stability control (esc),service brakes (15 reports).
Does the 2013 Chevrolet Impala have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA has 1 recall on record for the 2013 Chevrolet Impala. Scroll up to review the published recall summaries, consequences, and remedies. To check for unrepaired recalls on your specific vehicle, use your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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