MYRModel Year Report

2008 Chevrolet Impala

◆ Worse than typical
2008 Chevrolet Impala
BUILT 2026-10-10

This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints
810
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 2008

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Electrical system

28% of complaints

Complaints per year

1981: 2 complaints 1981 1982: 2 complaints 1983: 3 complaints 1984: 0 complaints 1985: 1 complaint 1987: 1 complaint 1987 1991: 0 complaints 1992: 0 complaints 1993: 2 complaints 1994: 15 complaints 1995: 44 complaints 1995 1996: 88 complaints 1997: 1 complaint 1998: 2 complaints 1999: 4 complaints 2000: 818 complaints 2000 2001: 742 complaints 2002: 795 complaints 2003: 695 complaints 2004: 1,073 complaints 2005: 609 complaints 2006: 524 complaints 2007: 627 complaints 2008: 810 complaints 2008 810 2009: 824 complaints 2010: 441 complaints 2011: 505 complaints 2012: 258 complaints 2013: 272 complaints 2014: 635 complaints 2015: 300 complaints 2015 2016: 111 complaints 2017: 116 complaints 2018: 59 complaints 2019: 28 complaints 2020: 15 complaints 2020
1981: 2 complaints 1981 1982: 2 complaints 1983: 3 complaints 1984: 0 complaints 1984 1985: 1 complaint 1987: 1 complaint 1991: 0 complaints 1991 1992: 0 complaints 1993: 2 complaints 1994: 15 complaints 1994 1995: 44 complaints 1996: 88 complaints 1997: 1 complaint 1997 1998: 2 complaints 1999: 4 complaints 2000: 818 complaints 2000 2001: 742 complaints 2002: 795 complaints 2003: 695 complaints 2003 2004: 1,073 complaints 2005: 609 complaints 2006: 524 complaints 2007: 627 complaints 2008: 810 complaints 2008 810 2009: 824 complaints 2010: 441 complaints 2011: 505 complaints 2012: 258 complaints 2012 2013: 272 complaints 2014: 635 complaints 2015: 300 complaints 2015 2016: 111 complaints 2017: 116 complaints 2018: 59 complaints 2018 2019: 28 complaints 2020: 15 complaints
1981: 2 complaints 1981 1982: 2 complaints 1983: 3 complaints 1983 1984: 0 complaints 1985: 1 complaint 1985 1987: 1 complaint 1991: 0 complaints 1991 1992: 0 complaints 1993: 2 complaints 1993 1994: 15 complaints 1995: 44 complaints 1995 1996: 88 complaints 1997: 1 complaint 1997 1998: 2 complaints 1999: 4 complaints 1999 2000: 818 complaints 2001: 742 complaints 2001 2002: 795 complaints 2003: 695 complaints 2003 2004: 1,073 complaints 2005: 609 complaints 2005 2006: 524 complaints 2007: 627 complaints 2008: 810 complaints 2008 810 2009: 824 complaints 2010: 441 complaints 2011: 505 complaints 2011 2012: 258 complaints 2013: 272 complaints 2013 2014: 635 complaints 2015: 300 complaints 2015 2016: 111 complaints 2017: 116 complaints 2017 2018: 59 complaints 2019: 28 complaints 2019 2020: 15 complaints

2008: 810 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19800
19812
19822
19833
19840
19851
19871
19910
19920
19932
199415
199544
199688
19971
19982
19994
2000818
2001742
2002795
2003695
20041,073
2005609
2006524
2007627
2008810
2009824
2010441
2011505
2012258
2013272
2014635
2015300
2016111
2017116
201859
201928
202015

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Electrical system

28% · 225 reports

Most commonly citing ignition and switch.

CRASHFIREINJURY
Show complaint excerpts

The engine electric brakes all shut down steering wheel locked up and my daughter smashed into telephone pole on August 31 2023. Airbags didn't deploy for front and side airbags were deflated no air.no warning lights prior that I'm aware of.

NHTSA ODI report, 2023-09-05

Also filed under Air bags

I was involved in an accident I have a 2008 chevy. Impala. My cruise was set at 52 MPH and I applied my brake to release cruise and I applied my brake again I should of been going at least 25 MPH.

NHTSA ODI report, 2008-03-10

Also filed under Electronic stability control (esc)

Engine

17% · 134 reports
CRASHINJURY

Suspension

15% · 118 reports

Most commonly citing rear and wheel bearing.

CRASHFIREINJURY
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I am informing you of some very serious concerns in regards to parts of the 07 and 08 chevy Impala that have failed causing accidents as well as injury and grave potential for fatalities.airbags not deploying, seat belts not locking on impact...

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-10-27

Also filed under Air bags and seat belts

I purchased a 2008 Impala on January 14, 2012 and the inner tires on the rear were worn almost to the metal cord. I slid off the road on February 26, 2012.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-03-23

Also filed under Wheels

Steering

12% · 95 reports

Most commonly citing rack and pinion and tie rod assembly.

CRASHFIREINJURY

Vehicle speed control

11% · 93 reports

Most commonly citing accelerator pedal and cruise control.

CRASHFIREINJURY

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. ▮
    2008Complaint volume 810 complaints filed for this model year.
  2. R
    2012-08-21Suspension12V377000 General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 Chevrolet Impala police vehicles because the front lower control arms may fracture. This safety recall does not include non-police…

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace both front lower control arms, free of charge. The safety recall began on August 21, 2012. Owners may contact the Chevrolet owner center at…

    Check if this car was fixed →

  3. I
    2014-07-22Defect petitionClosed 2017-03-07 Passenger Air Bag OCS Algorithm
  4. R
    2014-09-23Electrical system14V355000 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.

    Remedy: 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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2008 Chevrolet Impala — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 225 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 134 reports on file for this year.
  • Suspension: 118 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 12V377000 · Suspension
  • Recall 14V355000 · Electrical system
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FAQ

Is the 2008 Chevrolet Impala reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2008 Chevrolet Impala is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Chevrolet Impala?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 28% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2008 Chevrolet Impala have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.