2016 Chevrolet Impala Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 8about this part
- Share
- 7%of 111 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 65,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the brakes of the 2016 Chevrolet Impala, 7% of the 111 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 65,500 miles. 3 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I drive a 2015 chevy Impala, 3 different mechanics have told me my brakes are good as new and I shouldn't have any problems with them however my car is still having trouble coming to a complete stop and it's scary because not only do I have two childre but I also live in a snowy state.”
NHTSA complaint #11288261, filed 2019-12, 100,000 miles“I was making a right turn and the traction stabilization error popped up on my dash and the check engine light came on. I came to a stop and the car started shaking while it was at a complete stop. The car never slid or anything so I don't know why the stabalization error would come on and this is the 2nd time it has done this. The vehicle is fairly new so I don't know why it does this. Once I stepped on the pedal slowly to go again the engine felt like it jerked. I have read many complaints on this issue on other forums.”
NHTSA complaint #11161027, filed 2018-12, 75,000 miles“My vehicle was inspected and and marked good for brakes by fairway Chevrolet dealer in las vegas, nv. The braking system didn't seem to work as did before. I was driving about 30 MPH approaching an intersection when the vehicle in front of me suddenly stopped on the yellow light. I hit the brakes and held it so hard I got a foot injury. With plenty of room to stop the brakes failed to stop my vehicle before I collided into the vehicle in front of me. The airbags didn't deploy. The damage to my front end is estimated over $6000 to repair. The other vehicle only got a scratch on the bumper. …”
NHTSA complaint #11210725, filed 2019-05, 44,132 miles“Car loss power steering, ABS brake control and speedometer. Multiple services lights flicked on / off. Happened several times in the last 1-2 months, happened on city streets and the highway. Had taken to be serviced twice. Intermittent check engine light turns off after a day or two.”
NHTSA complaint #11063631, filed 2018-01, 30,000 miles“My brake assist will come and say “brake assist off”. When pushing brakes my car will skip and the brakes sound crunchy. It’s been almost a couple of weeks of this. I’m concerned safety wise due to the fact it almost didn’t stop. No mechanic shop can help apparently though. Any advice? Please and thank you.”
NHTSA complaint #11417470, filed 2021-05Related service bulletins
- 11017173Mar 21, 2025This informational bulletin instructs the tech when fuel/fluid is needed to be tested and where it can be sent for analysis.
- 11014230Jan 31, 2025This bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
- 11011709Nov 5, 2024This bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
- 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…
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 2016 Chevrolet Impala
30 complaintsOther or unknown
22 complaintsEngine
21 complaintsAir bags
16 complaintsSteering
16 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
16 complaintsElectronic stability control
10 complaintsExterior lighting
7 complaintsBody and structure
7 complaintsFuel system
5 complaintsLane departure
4 complaintsVehicle speed control
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2016 Chevrolet Impala
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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