Recalls (1)
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2018 Chevrolet Impala. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Insufficient Coating on Rear Brake Caliper Pistons
- Summary
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Equinox, Impala, Cruze, Volt and Bolt EV vehicles, GMC Terrain vehicles, Buick Lacrosse and Regal vehicles, Cadillac XTS and XTS Professional vehicles and 2018 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.
- Consequence
- A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18279.
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Owner complaints (59)
59 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The unknown or other is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 59 |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown or other | 16 | 27.1% |
| Electrical system | 11 | 18.6% |
| Power train | 11 | 18.6% |
| Service brakes | 8 | 13.6% |
| Engine | 7 | 11.9% |
| Steering | 7 | 11.9% |
| Air bags | 6 | 10.2% |
| Exterior lighting | 4 | 6.8% |
| Seats | 3 | 5.1% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 3.4% |
How 2018 compares with other Impala years
Best and worst Impala years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 505 | 2 |
| 2012 | 258 | 3 |
| 2013 | 272 | 1 |
| 2014 | 636 | 12 |
| 2015 | 300 | 3 |
| 2016 | 111 | 0 |
| 2017 | 116 | 0 |
| 2018 | 59 | 1 |
| 2019 | 28 | 1 |
| 2020 | 15 | 0 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Crash tests: 5 stars overall
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2018 Chevrolet Impala 4 dr fwd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 25 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,700
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 360 g/mi
- EPA class
- Large Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 25 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 / 30 / 25 | $2,700 | 360 |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 / 28 / 22 | $3,050 | 409 |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 / 28 / 22 | $3,050 | 404 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2018 Impala for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2018 Chevrolet Impala FAQ
How many recalls does the 2018 Chevrolet Impala have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign: 18V576000 (brake). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2018 Chevrolet Impala problems?
Owners filed 59 complaints with NHTSA. Unknown or other (16), Electrical system (11), Power train (11) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2018 Chevrolet Impala get?
EPA rates the 2.5 L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic version at 22 city, 30 highway and 25 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2018 Chevrolet Impala get?
NHTSA rated the 2018 Chevrolet Impala 4 dr fwd 5 stars overall, with 5 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (12.1% rollover risk).
How does the 2018 Impala compare with other years?
Among the 2011–2020 Chevrolet Impala model years at least five years old, the 2020 drew the fewest complaints (15) and the 2014 the most (636). The 2018 drew 59. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.