2010 Chevrolet Impala Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 30about this part
- Share
- 7%of 442 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 50,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 30 complaints about the brakes of the 2010 Chevrolet Impala, 7% of the 442 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 50,000 miles. 3 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The traction control light and the ABS light came on at the same time and its saying service tractioncontrol system/service stabilatrak system and also service assited brake control system I did some research and I found out this is a common problem with these cars and should be addressed by GM to be fixed at their cost not mine”
NHTSA complaint #11300264, filed 2020-01, 96,918 miles“I own a 2010 chevy Impala on a short trip to shankville, pa. As I tried to slow down by tapping the brakes and the vehicle began to shake and pulsate violently. This happened again as I was taking my wife to the airport. The vehicle will begin to shake violantly when I apply the brakes at around 60 to 65 MPH. I took the vehicle to the dealership and was told that the rotors are warped, and I should get new brakes with new rotors. …”
NHTSA complaint #10470214, filed 2012-08, 20,000 miles“The 2010 Impala was at hwy speeds at approx 65mph. The traction control light came on and the check engine light and the message display was flashing traction control failure. The lights stayed on. It also said engine at reduced speeds . The traction control failed at hwy speeds which left me coasting to reduced speeds and then the car shut off at 20 MPH with no power steering or braking. I was able to coast off the highway into a parking lot off the service road.”
NHTSA complaint #10488094, filed 2012-12, 104,000 miles“There was no accident the driver side rear brake line developed a leak because it was rubbing against the seam on the side of the gas tank. The line is in great shape otherwise. Still has a black coating on it other than the area that was rubbing the plastic gas tank seam. The gas tank seam is also worn away. We purchased this vehicle used in the fall of 2010 and these are the same brake lines as were on it at time of my purchase. Very dangerous experience for my wife who was driving the vehicle when the brake pedal went to the floor. Luckily she got it into a parking lot and parked. …”
NHTSA complaint #11187274, filed 2019-03, 182,730 miles“When I first purchase my car from a used car dealer which is smart auto dealer, 2 weeks later my vehicle will start to have issues while my vehicle is in motion on the service streets. Whenever I am making a left turn my alert alarm will light up on dash stating service brake assist , service stabilitrak , service traction control and ABS light, this will go on & off, but now it stays on constantly. While turning left, there will be a grinding noise, car tends to reduce its power, like its hard for me to take off and my vehicle will kick so hard, like something is locking. …”
NHTSA complaint #11139974, filed 2018-10, 95,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10253061Mar 4, 2024This Preliminary information communicates that when removing the fuel line jumper hose care should be taken to be sure the line is reinstalled correctly to avoid a no/low fuel…
- 10222777Sep 16, 2022This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 3 | 11% |
| 2018 | 8 | 14% |
| 2017 | 4 | 3% |
| 2016 | 8 | 7% |
| 2015 | 26 | 9% |
| 2014 | 91 | 14% |
| 2013 | 53 | 19% |
| 2012 | 33 | 13% |
| 2011 | 39 | 8% |
| 2010 | 30 | 7% |
| 2009 | 75 | 9% |
| 2008 | 40 | 5% |
| 2007 | 59 | 9% |
| 2006 | 35 | 7% |
| 2005 | 49 | 8% |
| 2004 | 89 | 8% |
| 2003 | 76 | 11% |
| 2002 | 74 | 9% |
| 2001 | 70 | 9% |
| 2000 | 56 | 7% |
| 1996 | 7 | 8% |
| 1995 | 8 | 18% |
Other parts of the 2010 Chevrolet Impala
132 complaintsAir bags
103 complaintsEngine
88 complaintsElectronic stability control
74 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
67 complaintsVehicle speed control
47 complaintsOther or unknown
44 complaintsSteering
42 complaintsSuspension
18 complaintsFuel system
17 complaintsSeat belts
16 complaintsSeats
11 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2010 Chevrolet Impala
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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