Chevrolet · Impala · 2017
2017 Chevrolet Impala
0
Recalls
115
Complaints
5/5
Safety Rating
The 2017 Chevrolet Impala has no recalls and 115 owner-reported complaints on file with NHTSA. Overall safety rating: 5 out of 5 stars. Most reported issue: unknown or other (26 reports).
Source: NHTSA Public Records · Updated Apr 28, 2026
Research Context
The 2017 Chevrolet Impala page works best as a research starting point. Complaint totals show how much owner-reported activity exists, while recalls and investigations help show whether any of that activity turned into formal safety action.
Because this is a newer-era vehicle page, it usually helps to compare this year against nearby model years before deciding whether a complaint pattern looks isolated or persistent. On this page, the most prominent complaint area is unknown or other with 26 reported complaints.
Best Research Moves
- Use the complaint log to understand what owners were actually reporting instead of relying only on the raw complaint total.
- Review the recall section even if the total is smaller, because a limited number of recalls can still point to meaningful safety actions.
- This page is primarily a complaints-and-recalls research surface, so compare nearby model years before treating the complaint total as a standalone verdict.
Key Takeaways
- The 2017 Chevrolet Impala currently shows no active NHTSA recalls listed on this page and 115 owner-reported complaints.
- This page currently shows no linked NHTSA investigations.
- This page reflects complaint volume, recall history, and NHTSA test data, but it does not diagnose causes or rank reliability by itself.
- Safety data currently shows 5/5 overall NHTSA safety rating.
- The most frequently reported complaint categories on this page are unknown or other (26), engine (15), air bags (14).
- Vehicle
- 2017 Chevrolet Impala
- Recalls
- 0
- Complaints
- 115
- Safety Rating
- 5/5
How to Interpret This Page
This page combines three types of NHTSA data: recall campaigns (official manufacturer or government actions), owner complaints (unverified consumer reports), and crash test ratings (where available). A vehicle with many complaints is not necessarily less reliable — complaint volume correlates with sales volume and vehicle age. Recalls indicate identified defects, not overall quality. To compare this model year with others, use the year navigation in the sidebar or return to the model overview page.
If you are researching a used vehicle, start with the complaint categories, compare them against the recall list, and then check nearby model years to see whether the same issue profile repeats. That usually produces a better buying or research signal than treating the raw complaint total as a standalone safety ranking.
NHTSA Crash Test Performance
Frontal Crash Test
Side Crash Test
Overall Frontal Rating
Driver and Passenger Assessment
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Overall Side Rating
Side Barrier and Side Pole Tests
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Rollover Resistance
12.1% rollover risk in single-vehicle crash
Safety Features
ESC: StandardForward Collision Warning: OptionalLane Departure Warning: Optional
Owner Complaints
115 totalPOWER TRAIN
Feb 28, 2026
The car will not or is slow to shift into gear. The transmission will not shift into gear..
STEERING
Oct 12, 2025
Power steering assist drive with care warning popped up on dash. Took the vehicle to the dealership and they said the power steering gear failed.
ENGINE
Jul 20, 2025
I am writing to formally express my deep dissatisfaction regarding a recurring issue with my vehicle’s catalytic converter pipe. At 37,000 miles, the left-hand (front bank) catalytic converter pipe near the cylinder head mounting flange weld failed and was replaced under warranty...
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UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jul 8, 2025
There is a recall for my vehicle with the evaporator core freezing leaking on certain chevy 2017 impala just like mine and my car has the same issue but they only recalled a certain number of vehicles with this problem. Is there anything I can do to resolve this issue.
STEERING
May 30, 2025
I've only had my car for about 2 1/2 months, when I started to notice my car moving to the right without me moving it. I figured it needed a front-end alignment. So, I took it to a mechanic. Once he got it up on the stand, he noticed something wrong with the front suspension. He ...
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 9, 2025
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2017 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that while attempting to register the vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 117,892 and at ...
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POWER TRAIN
Mar 12, 2025
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed failures with the catalytic converter and transmi...
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VISIBILITY
Jun 28, 2024
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated while starting the vehicle he noticed that the air conditioner was blowing hot air. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the evaporator core leaked in addition and Freon was leaking into the c...
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STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 4, 2024
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, she noticed that the A/C feature was not functioning properly. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed a leakage coming from the A/C...
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 16, 2024
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed on the interstate, the hazard light was activated and the trunk spontaneously opened. The contact was unable to securely latch the trunk and used a net to secure it. While cont...
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Why Compare These Pages
The strongest comparison flow is usually: exact vehicle-year page, then nearby years of the same model, then other 2017 Chevrolet models. That sequence helps separate one-off year spikes from broader make-wide patterns.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many recalls does the 2017 Chevrolet Impala have?
The 2017 Chevrolet Impala has 0 recalls recorded by NHTSA.
How many complaints have been filed for the 2017 Chevrolet Impala?
NHTSA has received 115 owner-reported complaints for the 2017 Chevrolet Impala.
What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2017 Chevrolet Impala?
The 2017 Chevrolet Impala received an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars from NHTSA.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Chevrolet Impala?
The most commonly reported complaint categories for the 2017 Chevrolet Impala are unknown or other (26 reports), engine (15 reports), air bags (14 reports).
Does the 2017 Chevrolet Impala have any recalls?
NHTSA does not currently list any recalls on record for the 2017 Chevrolet Impala. To verify the status of your specific vehicle, check nhtsa.gov/recalls with your VIN.
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This page summarizes publicly available data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Complaint counts reflect reports submitted to NHTSA by vehicle owners and do not by themselves prove defect severity or vehicle safety. Safety ratings may not be available for all vehicle-years. This site is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. For official information, visit the official NHTSA page for this vehicle.