2012 Chevrolet Impala Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 22about this part
- Share
- 9%of 258 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 70,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 22 complaints about the suspension of the 2012 Chevrolet Impala, 9% of the 258 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 70,000 miles. 2 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Every time I turn warning lights for my stablizing system and ABS then the brakes starts to lock up sometimes with it also traction control also turn on and off this is every time I drive the car have taken it to 3 dealers no one can find the problem this is every time I start the car and drive on the streets or on the highway.”
NHTSA complaint #10885143, filed 2016-07, 66,453 miles“Since 2017, upon starting my car I get all of the following alert msgs service stabilitrak , *service brake assist and service traction control on my dashboard. I've had the car into les schwab and error code diagnostics done both before and after both front hub assemblies were replaced. The same service messages still continue to appear on the dash. Les schwab has checked the hub sensor wires repeatedly and all error codes and find them to be ok. …”
NHTSA complaint #11220345, filed 2019-06, 141,200 miles“Used car purchased with approx. 72,000 miles. Major problems became apparent at 73,000 miles approx. Grinding clunking squealing noises were 1st warning signs. All of these noises occur anytime the vehicle is being driven, intermittently, but everytime I turn left or right. The AC/heater went out because the blower motor failed. Handling was horrible so replaced most of suspension parts but alignment repeatedly goes out and mechanics are idiots so they just say they are stumped and send me away. That prompted me to research on my own. …”
NHTSA complaint #11132050, filed 2018-09, 73,000 miles“I have had major failure of all of the main function components of the steering and suspension. Multiple times I have replaced, the inner and outer tie rods, ll 4 wheelbearing assembly, sway bar links, control arms, cv axles. I have to replace brand new tires every 6,000 10,000 miles because the mechanical failures are wearing on the rubber so rapidly and al was and unevenly. I have never not had a n issue with this vehicle and have put more money in repairs then the payment, which are more than what I owe still on the remainder (financed). Also, the transmission is faliling rapidly. …”
NHTSA complaint #11337097, filed 2020-07, 127,600 miles“This vehicle is dangerous! Ive reported some other mechanical failures that put me in danger but not all and they still have yet to stop happening. Ive spent over 10k repairing and replacing steering, suspension drive train/ drive axle and chassis components. But nothing has helped. As of late I keep getting alignments and replaced 2 tie rods struts control arms and wheel hub and bearings only to have my tires wear down unevenly and quickly in 2 weeks. I purchased the tires brand new 6 months ago. With a new wheels and front outter tie rods as well (which I again replaced 2 weeks ago). …”
NHTSA complaint #11255678, filed 2019-09, 111,051 milesRelated recalls
- 12V377000Aug 3, 2012General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 Chevrolet Impala police vehicles because the front lower control arms may fracture. This safety…Covers: Chevrolet Impala 2008–2012
Related service bulletins
- 11007936Aug 22, 2024This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on diagnosis and replacement of shock absorber and strut due to fluid leak.
- 11007935Aug 22, 2024This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on diagnosis and replacement of shock absorber and strut due to fluid leak.
- 11000119Apr 26, 2024This service bulletin provides technicians with information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
- 10247352Nov 14, 2023This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have had multiple repair attempts that are being performed on customer?s…
- 10245395Nov 6, 2023This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing…
- 10242061Aug 7, 2023This 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.
- 10235561Apr 4, 2023This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel which may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 3 | 11% |
| 2018 | 1 | 2% |
| 2017 | 2 | 2% |
| 2016 | 1 | 1% |
| 2015 | 3 | 1% |
| 2014 | 12 | 2% |
| 2013 | 17 | 6% |
| 2012 | 22 | 9% |
| 2011 | 17 | 3% |
| 2010 | 18 | 4% |
| 2009 | 25 | 3% |
| 2008 | 117 | 14% |
| 2007 | 85 | 14% |
| 2006 | 18 | 3% |
| 2005 | 7 | 1% |
| 2004 | 10 | 1% |
| 2003 | 14 | 2% |
| 2002 | 12 | 2% |
| 2001 | 18 | 2% |
| 2000 | 34 | 4% |
| 1996 | 6 | 7% |
| 1995 | 5 | 11% |
Other parts of the 2012 Chevrolet Impala
58 complaintsElectronic stability control
54 complaintsSteering
49 complaintsEngine
40 complaintsBrakes
33 complaintsOther or unknown
27 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
27 complaintsAir bags
20 complaintsWheels
19 complaintsFuel system
18 complaintsVehicle speed control
15 complaintsSeat belts
9 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2012 Chevrolet Impala
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology