2018 Chevrolet Impala recalls and problems

The 2018 Chevrolet Impala has 1 safety recall and 59 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Chevrolet dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

6 / 0

Injuries / deaths

2 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2018 Chevrolet Impala vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2018 Chevrolet Impala recalls

Recall 18V-576: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Aug 30, 2018 · 210,628 vehicles affected · General Motors LLC

Problem: 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.

Risk: A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.

2018 Chevrolet Impala problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Unknown or Other	16
Electrical System	11
Power Train	11
Steering	8
Engine	7
Service Brakes	7
Air Bags	6
Exterior Lighting	4
Seats	3
Vehicle Speed Control	2
Visibility/Wiper	2
Wheels	2

Most reported parts

Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera — 1
Latches/Locks/Linkages › Trunk Lid › Lock — 1
Exterior Lighting › Headlights — 1
Steering › Electric Power Assist System — 1
Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Evaporative Emissions › Canister — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 40,400 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2018 Chevrolet Impala complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Power Train · reported Jun 26, 2026

The transmission failed, shifting is no longer smooth. It hesitates and shakes the entire car, and the car slows down to almost a crawl uphill. I understand this is an issue with Chevrolet Impalas. So now I have an $8200 bill for a problem I was never told about, and that GM knew that it existed. So, yes, the issue has been identified, reproduced and confirmed by the dealer. The warning light came on when the issue happened, so it was already too late. The issue began with just over 65,000 miles. So I have a 2018 Impala in almost perfect condition in need of an $8200 before taxes, transmission…

Fuel System, Gasoline · at 60,000 miles · reported Mar 30, 2026

The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that while the A/C was activated during the summer of 2025, the A/C failed to function as intended. The contact stated that hot air was blowing through the vents. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed the vehicle with an EVAP leak. The leak was found on a corner near the evaporative canister. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was then taken to the dealer, where the EVAP leak was confirmed. The vehicle was not repaired due to the cost. The vehicle was taken to a…

Steering · reported Feb 8, 2026

I was driving and parked the car at the store. After checking out I went to the car got ready to leave and started backing out and the car would not turn to the left at all. I took it to the shop and was told they do not see anything wrong with my car but a steering message is coming up.

Air Bags · reported Sep 16, 2025

Passenger side front seat. When occupied, airbag sensor located inside the seat is malfunctioning. My husbands safety is at risk when he's in the car. He tries moving the seat up, back, etc. Sometimes works and the airbag sensor works. We are fearing that if there were any accident or need, that his life would be in danger if the airbag didn't deploy. This shouldn't be at the consumers expense as this is a safety issue. This has been ongoing for over 6 months.

Air Bags · at 116,000 miles · reported Aug 7, 2025

The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that recently, the driverâs side air bag deployed while the vehicle was parked and unattended overnight. Prior to the failure, the air bag warning light had illuminated while driving. The local dealer was not contacted, and the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 116,000.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Chevrolet Impala have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2018 Chevrolet Impala: 18V-576 (service brakes, hydraulic). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2018 Chevrolet Impala?

Owners report unknown or other problems most often (16 reports), followed by electrical system (11). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 40,400 miles.

Are Chevrolet recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Chevrolet dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.