The Lemon Index2015 Chevrolet Impala.
The 2015 Chevrolet Impala is better than average by owner complaints: 83 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 67, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about electrical, it has 3 recalls, and it gets 20 to 25 mpg combined. The best Chevrolet Impala year is 2019.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 300 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Chevrolet Impala year. 2015 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 29K to 83K miles on the car (195 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
- electrical complaints mostly came at 38K–89K miles
- steering complaints mostly came at 27K–81K miles
- airbags complaints mostly came at 40K–104K miles
Recalls 3
- airbags 2015
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.
- parking brake 2014
In the affected vehicles, the electronic parking brake piston actuation arm may not fully retract causing the brake pads to stay partially engaged.
- body structure 2014
In the event of an accident, the center storage console may not stay latched.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Chevy told dealers about
Chevy sent dealers 1659 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Notchy or Stick/Slip Feeling in Steering Wheel Near the Center Position
- On some 2011-2015 model year Chevrolet Caprice and 2012-2016 model year Chevrolet Impala…
- OnStar Module Battery Drain
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Impala 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Chevrolet Impala Eco eAssist 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $2550–3200 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 2.5L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl.
In owners' words
Electric power steering failed whil driving making this 21/2 tom car impossible to steer
2015 Chevrolet Impala owner · NHTSA complaint 11104634
Quick answers
Is the 2015 Chevrolet Impala reliable?
Yes, better than average by government complaints. It drew 1.5× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 67; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Chevrolet Impala year by this measure is 2019.
What are the most common 2015 Chevrolet Impala problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are electrical (16%), steering (16%) and brakes (14%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2015 Chevrolet Impala have?
3 safety recalls (latest: airbags). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2015 Chevrolet Impala get?
20 to 25 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2015 Chevrolet Impala safe?
NHTSA gave it 5 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
At what mileage do 2015 Chevrolet Impala problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 29,000 and 83,000 miles. The middle report was at 59,500 miles, from 195 complaints.
Does the 2015 Chevrolet Impala have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.
How much does the 2015 Chevrolet Impala cost in fuel a year?
About $2550 to $3200 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2015 Chevrolet Impala have?
2.5L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl.
What Chevrolet Impala year is better than the 2015?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2019, 2010 and 2016.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works