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2012 Chevrolet Impala recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2012 Chevrolet Impala. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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2012 Chevrolet Impala recalls, newest first

June 23, 2014NHTSA 14V3550003,141,731 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system › Ignition

Summary
This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Buick LaCrosse, 2006-2011 Buick Lucerne, 2000-2005 Cadillac DeVille, 2006-2011 Cadillac DTS, 2006-2014 Chevrolet Impala, and 2006-2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the weight on the key ring and road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.
Consequence
If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Additionally, a key knocked out of the run position will cause loss of engine power, power steering, and power braking, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will install two key rings and an insert in the key slot or a cover over the key head on all ignition keys, free of charge. The recall began on September 23, 2014. Owners may contact General Motors customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-458-8006 (Cadillac), and 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet). GM's number for this recall is 14299.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

August 3, 2012NHTSA 12V37700036,413 vehicles potentially affected

Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower arm

Summary
General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 Chevrolet Impala police vehicles because the front lower control arms may fracture. This safety recall does not include non-police Chevrolet Impala vehicles.
Consequence
A broken control arm can result in the loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace both front lower control arms, free of charge. The safety recall began on August 21, 2012. Owners may contact the Chevrolet owner center at 1-866-694-6546.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

August 5, 2011NHTSA 11V39800010,344 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Hose, piping, and connections

Summary
GM is recalling certain model year 2012 Chevrolet impala vehicles manufactured from April 19, 2011, through July 29, 2011. The upper power steering hose may have been misrouted so that it can come in close proximity to and/or contact the catalytic converter. With the engine on, heat from the catalytic converter may melt the power steering hose.
Consequence
Power steering fluid could flow onto the catalytic converter, and an engine compartment fire could occur.
Remedy
GM dealers will inspect to ensure that the upper power steering hose is routed correctly and make the necessary repairs free of charge. The safety recall began on September 5, 2011. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 258 complaints about the 2012 Chevrolet Impala with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
20
Fires reported
5
Injuries reported
16
Deaths reported
0

Most complained-about components

  1. Electrical system56
  2. Electronic stability control (ESC)54
  3. Steering48
  4. Engine40
  5. Service brakes34

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Questions

Does the 2012 Chevrolet Impala have any recalls?
3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: electrical system, suspension, steering. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2012 Chevrolet Impala recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Chevrolet dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2012 Chevrolet Impala?
258 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.