2016 Chevrolet Impala Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 5%of 111 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 84,056miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the fuel system of the 2016 Chevrolet Impala, 5% of the 111 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 84,056 miles.
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 bought the car brand new, and now it has just over 24,400 miles on it and I have already had to replace the fuel pump and fuel rails on the car 4 times. Last time was just driving straight down the highway and up and died completely, car would then turn over but not fire, so was stranded along side the highway waiting for a tow truck to come out. I had it replaced the first time at 9991 miles on 12-14-17, then again at 20798 miles on 11-20-19, then 21074 on 2-15-20, then at 24111 on 9-9-20. …”
NHTSA complaint #11377816, filed 2020-12, 24,111 miles“My car has been giving me problems ever since I begun using e85 gas. Check engine light constantly comes on and off. Mechanics from the dealer told me I should stop using e85. Makes no sense. Chevy should stop false advertising. This is a common issue with chevy. Why make a car for e85 if it wont work properly if use it. Dashboard constantly lighting up like cristmas. Says reduce engine speed. Service stabilitrak, service traction control. This car has gave me more problems than any car I owned. This should be recalled.”
NHTSA complaint #11317229, filed 2020-03, 144,000 miles“My car just stops on my while I'm waiting at a light.car just shuts off randomly and it doesn't turn on right away after I put gas car shakes and have to press gas all the way down to turn back on”
NHTSA complaint #11400080, filed 2021-03“On Fb 08 2022, at app 5:30 in the evening my 2016 Impala had a non-driver directed surge of speed. As I was slowing down to enter a driveway, the vehicle surged forward powerfully. I was able to press the brakes forcefully engaging the antilock mechanism. The vehicle shook as I continued to apply breaking force. It came to stop barely missing another vehicle parked in the driveway. I have no explanation for this dangerous episode. I had not used any type of automatic speed control. The car is serviced by authorized dealership: Hampton Chevrolet in Hampton VA. …”
NHTSA complaint #11451148, filed 2022-02“For approximately 2 months, my 2016 Impala LTZ, would display a message on the small screen in front of the driver in the dash, stating for the driver to, press ignition button again to turn vehicle off. The worst part about it was this would happen very randomly whether I would be driving in city traffic, or be sitting in a parking lot at a local store. I took it to my local Chevrolet dealership. Five different times, because they were not able to get the occurrence to duplicate for them. They replaced the ignition, as well as other suspected parts with no resolution. Resolution. …”
NHTSA complaint #11459171, filed 2022-03Related 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.
- 11007095Aug 7, 2024This bulletin provides information on the TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Licensed Brands and the TOP TIER Diesel Fuel Licensed Brands that are recommended for use in all GM vehicles…
- 11004727Jun 29, 2024This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 11004761Jun 28, 2024This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or…
- 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…
- 10250505Feb 7, 2024This service bulletin provides information on the cold start control system in DI engines to reduce cold start emissions and improve fuel economy.
- 10246003Oct 16, 2023This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp on. Technician will…
- 10241417Aug 1, 2023This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 2 | 13% |
| 2019 | 2 | 7% |
| 2018 | 3 | 5% |
| 2017 | 4 | 3% |
| 2016 | 5 | 5% |
| 2015 | 10 | 3% |
| 2014 | 13 | 2% |
| 2013 | 10 | 4% |
| 2012 | 18 | 7% |
| 2011 | 17 | 3% |
| 2010 | 17 | 4% |
| 2009 | 19 | 2% |
| 2008 | 19 | 2% |
| 2007 | 23 | 4% |
| 2006 | 20 | 4% |
| 2005 | 42 | 7% |
| 2004 | 37 | 3% |
| 2003 | 26 | 4% |
| 2002 | 34 | 4% |
| 2001 | 39 | 5% |
| 2000 | 76 | 9% |
| 1996 | 9 | 10% |
| 1995 | 5 | 11% |
| 1994 | 4 | 27% |
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 complaintsBrakes
8 complaintsExterior lighting
7 complaintsBody and structure
7 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 31, 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