Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2014 Chevrolet Impala
The 2014 Chevrolet Impala has significant recall and complaint data, with 637 owner complaints and 12 NHTSA recalls. Key areas include the electrical system and steering, suggesting potential areas of concern. Due to numerous issues, buyers should carefully inspect the vehicle and verify recall work compliance. Exercise caution and verify thoroughly as the data indicates some persistent problems.
NHTSA data on file today
The 2014 Chevrolet Impala has 12 NHTSA recall campaigns and 638 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
NCAP overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars, for the 1 NHTSA-tested trim.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #15V465000 Occupant Sensing System/FMVSS 208 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #15V202000 Electronic Parking Brake may Drag NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #15V085000 Electronic Parking Brake may Drag NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #14V614000 Contamination of the Chassis Electronic Module NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #14V541000 Electronic Parking Brake may Drag NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #14V518000 Reprogram Sensing And Diagnostic Module NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #14V489000 Console Storage Compartment Latch/FMVSS 201 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #14V450000 Loss of Power Steering Assist NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #14V409000 Improperly Torqued Steering Component Fasteners NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #14V355000 Ignition Switch may Turn Off NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #14V092000 Broken Transmission Adjuster Cable/FMVSS 102/114 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #13V220000 Brake Lights Flashing Intermittently/FMVSS 108 NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Electrical System 221 complaints
- Steering 140 complaints
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) 104 complaints
- Unknown or Other 87 complaints
- Service Brakes 83 complaints
- Engine 56 complaints
Of the 638 complaints on file, 19 report a crash and 8 a fire; across all 638 complaints, owners report 9 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Known issues to inspect
Chassis electronic module short
How to check: Inspect for warning lights on dashboard
Loss of power steering assist
How to check: Test steering at various speeds
Electronic parking brake stays engaged
How to check: Test parking brake retraction fully
Passenger airbag AOS system failure
How to check: Check airbag system indicator lights
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Check for warning lights on dashboard
Red flag: Persistent warning lights
- 02
First minute idling
What to check: Listen for unusual engine noises
Red flag: Loud ticking or knocking sounds
- 03
City driving
What to check: Test steering at low speeds
Red flag: Heavy or unresponsive steering
- 04
Highway acceleration
What to check: Ensure smooth gear shifting
Red flag: Jerky or delayed shifts
- 05
Hard braking
What to check: Evaluate brake pedal feel and response
Red flag: Spongy or unresponsive brakes
- 06
Parking
What to check: Engage parking brake and check engagement/release
Red flag: Brake not fully releasing
- 07
Turning at low speed
What to check: Check for steering noises or resistance
Red flag: Clunking or grinding noises
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Has all recall work been completed?
- Any history of electrical issues?
- Any steering system repairs made?
- Has the airbag system been inspected?
- Current condition of the parking brake?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Recall repair records
- Service history
- Accident history report
- Title and registration
- Airbag inspection records
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2014 Chevrolet Impala at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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