2015 Chevrolet Impala: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2015 Chevrolet Impala: 3 recalls, 300 owner complaints and up to 25 mpg combined.
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Recalls
3 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Body & structure Vehicle recall #14V489000 · 2014 · 14,940 vehicles
What's wrong: In the event of an accident, the center storage console May not stay latched. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impact."
Why it matters: The storage compartment door May not remain closed in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of occupant injury.
The fix: Parts to remedy this condition are not currently available. Gm will send owners an interim notification in early October 2014, and will send a second letter when parts are available. At that time dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the console storage compartment door inertia latch,…
Parking brake Vehicle recall #14V541000 · 2014 · 205,309 vehicles
What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, the electronic parking brake piston actuation arm May not fully retract causing the brake pads to stay partially engaged.
Why it matters: Brake pads that remain partially engaged with the rotors May cause excessive brake heat that May result in a fire.
The fix: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will update the electronic parking brake software, free of charge. The recall began on October 28, 2014.
Airbags Vehicle recall #15V465000 · 2015 · 5,493 vehicles
What's wrong: Accordingly, the automatic occupant sensing (aos) system May fail to suppress the front passenger air bag if a child seat is in the front passenger seat. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) no. 208, "occupant crash protection."
Why it matters: If the front passenger air bag deploys with a child seat in the front passenger seat, it increases the risk of injury to the child.
The fix: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will correct the calibration-learning error by preconditioning the empty seat, and also resetting the ECU to a seat zero-value, free of charge. The recall began on August 25, 2015.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 11 mention a fire, 9 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Electrical (96): the most common themes are electrical failure (35), warning light on (16).
- Other / unknown (51): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (6), electrical failure (5).
- Steering (44): the most common themes are steering problems (41), warning light on (11).
- Lane departure (42): the most common themes are rust / corrosion (10), warning light on (9), electrical failure (8).
The 2015 Chevrolet Impala has 300 owner complaints, ranking #14 of 28 Impala model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 372). Complaints peaked in 2019 (80 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 59,523 miles. Neighboring years: 2014 (636 complaints, 12 recalls), 2016 (111 complaints, 0 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 31 | 25 | Regular |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 | 28 | 22 | Gasoline or E85 |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 | 28 | 21 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2015 Chevrolet Impala have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recalls for the 2015 Chevrolet Impala. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2015 Chevrolet Impala problems?
Owners have filed 300 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are electrical (96), other / unknown (51), steering (44).
What gas mileage does the 2015 Chevrolet Impala get?
EPA ratings run up to 25 mpg combined (2.5 L, Automatic (S6)), across 3 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2015 Chevrolet Impala repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.