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NHTSA crash test of the 2019 Chevrolet Impala

NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED

2019 Chevrolet Impala

Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.

1Recalls
26Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE CHEVROLET IMPALA

The Chevrolet Impala is a full-size front-wheel-drive sedan that wrapped up its long-running production run with the 2020 model year. Positioned as a spacious, value-oriented alternative to smaller mainstream sedans, it targeted buyers who prioritized interior room and highway comfort. For shoppers considering a used 2019 or 2020 example today, the safety record is a meaningful part of the conversation.

VERDICT

The 2019 Chevrolet Impala earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 87 out of 100, an strong result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. Both frontal and side crash protection reached the full 5 stars. It has 1 recall on record, reflected in the score.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally describe the Impala as a comfortable, roomy full-size sedan that delivers a smooth highway ride and a spacious rear cabin. Most acknowledge that its interior technology and driver-assistance features aged relative to newer competitors by the time it was discontinued, but they tend to regard it as a solid, unpretentious choice for buyers who prioritize passenger space and straightforward operation.

NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown

Overall
Frontal
Side
Rollover
Rollover risk 12.1%

Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 13097

Index breakdown

Crash protection66/70
Avoidance tech6/10
Defect record15/20
Forward collision warning: OptionalLane departure warning: OptionalStability control: Standard

NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images

Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER18V576000

Risk: A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18279.

Reported 2018-08-30

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

26 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

4reported crash
1reported fire
4reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsElectrical System 9Power Train 5Air Bags 4Unknown Or Other 4Service Brakes 3Steering 3

Other Impala years

Rivals in Sedan (2019)

Last verified 2026-07-02. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings (VehicleId 13097), recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Chevrolet Impala 2019. Class rank 43 of 119 in Sedan 2019. Methodology · Disclosure