Is the 2014 Chevrolet IMPALA reliable?

The 2014 Chevrolet IMPALA has 1018 complaints filed with NHTSA (2.4x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: avoid. Most common issue: ELECTRICAL problems.

What are common problems with the 2014 Chevrolet IMPALA?

Top problems: ELECTRICAL (221 complaints, avg repair $500); STEERING (138 complaints, avg repair $500); ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS (104 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2014 Chevrolet IMPALA?

Yes, there are 12 recall(s): AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE, AIR BAGS, STRUCTURE, PARKING BRAKE, STEERING, POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, PARKING BRAKE, PARKING BRAKE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION, STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Contact any Chevrolet dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to charge a 2014 Chevrolet IMPALA?

The 2014 Chevrolet IMPALA has an EPA rating of 22 MPGe. At the current US average residential electricity rate, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $3493. State rates vary significantly — see the interactive calculator on this page.

How much does it cost to insure a 2014 Chevrolet IMPALA?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2014 Chevrolet IMPALA is approximately $1,811/year (ev-mainstream class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

Does the 2014 Chevrolet IMPALA qualify for tax credits?

The federal EV tax credit (Section 30D) expired for vehicles acquired after September 30, 2025. If purchased before that date, the 2014 Chevrolet IMPALA may still qualify on the 2025 tax return. State-level incentives remain active in 13+ states — see the incentives section on this page for details.

2014 Chevrolet IMPALA

Q: Is the 2014 Chevrolet IMPALA often stolen?

The Chevrolet IMPALA was the #11 most-stolen vehicle in the United States in 2025 with approximately 8,400 thefts (NICB Hot Wheels data). Theft risk tier: above-avg.

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Avoid This Year

Quick Summary

The 2014 Chevrolet IMPALA has 1018 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 2.4x the segment average of 422. The most common issue is electrical problems (22% of all complaints), specifically: battery leaked down the frame and was eating the 2 trany cooler aluminum lines. autonation chevrolet superstition springs in mesa, az put a new battery and 2 new trany cooler lines on, but after the 4th attempt can not get all of the acid cleaned up. engine cradle still has no paint in spots and ac. There are 12 recalls issued for this model year. ⚠️ 13 fire reports filed.

13 fire reports 19 crash reports 4 injuries

1018

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

5/5

Safety Stars

2.4x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

ELECTRICAL

221 complaints

22%

• BATTERY LEAKED DOWN THE FRAME AND WAS EATING THE 2 TRANY COOLER ALUMINUM LINES. AUTONATION CHEVROLET SUPERSTITION SPRINGS IN MESA, AZ PUT A NEW BATTERY AND 2 NEW TRANY COOLER LINES ON, BUT AFTER THE 4TH ATTEMPT CAN NOT GET ALL OF THE ACID CLEANED UP. ENGINE CRADLE STILL HAS NO PAINT IN SPOTS AND AC
• I FIND MY LINK VERY DIFFICULT TO USE AS COMPARE TO MY 2011 BUICK REGAL CONTROL KNOB VS TOUCH SCREEN. THE IPOD I USE IN THE BUICK OR THE USB DRIVE WAS EASIER TO USE AND NAVIGATE. I SPOKEN TO APPLE AND MICROSOFT TECHS ABOUT CREATING PLAYLISTS BUT THE FUNCTION DOES NOT WORK IN MY IMPALA. THIS IS A PROB
• HIGH BEAM LIGHTS WILL NOT ACTIVATE. THE INDICATOR LIGHT TURNS ON ONLY. *TR

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500🔥 5 fire reports💥 1 crashes

“BATTERY LEAKED DOWN THE FRAME AND WAS EATING THE 2 TRANY COOLER ALUMINUM LINES. AUTONATION CHEVROLET SUPERSTITION SPRINGS IN MESA, AZ PUT A NEW BATTERY AND 2 NEW TRANY COOLER LINES ON, BUT AFTER THE 4TH ATTEMPT CAN NOT GET ALL OF THE ACID CLEANED UP. ENGINE CRADLE STILL HAS NO PAINT IN SPOTS AND AC”

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2014 Chevrolet IMPALA

Based on 745 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 64K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 60-100K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage

0-30K

160

30-60K

185

60-100K

261

100-150K

114

150-200K

200K+

LIGHTING

Earlier than typicalmedian 15K mi · 35 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

SPEED CONTROL

Earlier than typicalmedian 55K mi · 20 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

BODY/STRUCTURE

Earlier than typicalmedian 29K mi · 18 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

WHEELS

Earlier than typicalmedian 67K mi · 12 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

ENGINE

Reported earliermedian 58K mi · 43 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

TRANSMISSION

Reported earliermedian 60K mi · 22 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.

Recalls (12)

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE28/08/2014

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Cadillac XTS vehicles manufactured April 11, 2013, to June 27, 2013, and 2014 Chevrolet Impala vehicles manufactured May 13, 2013, to November 5, 2013. The affected vehicles may have left the factory with the sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) set to "manufacturing mode."

Risk: In manufacturing mode, the vehicle's air bags will not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of occupant injury.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers are to reprogram the SDM to the correct mode, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in September 2014. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 14532.

Above-average theft risk

#11 most stolen in 2025

The Chevrolet IMPALA was the #11 most-stolen vehicle in the United States in 2025, with approximately 8,400 thefts reported to law enforcement.

Notes: Older sedan; parts demand

Source: NICB Hot Wheels 2025 report + HLDI theft loss studies. Model-year ranking; not all years of this model have identical risk.

Charging Cost Calculator for 2014 Chevrolet IMPALA

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local electricity price)

Per year

$3,461

Per month

$288

Per mile

28.8¢

kWh/mi

1.53

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2014 Chevrolet IMPALA

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$1,811

Full coverage / month

$151

Liability only / year

$638

vs US avg

+8%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (ev-mainstream)1.18x

× theft risk1.06x

× safety rating0.94x

× vehicle age0.92x

= Full coverage estimate$1811

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Recommended Chevrolet IMPALA Service Intervals

Oil change

8K mi / 12 mo

Tire rotation

8K mi

Brake fluid

36 months

Transmission fluid

45K mi

Engine coolant

150K mi

Spark plugs

100K mi

Cabin air filter

23K mi

Engine air filter

45K mi

Differential (AWD/4WD)

45K mi

GM Oil Life System dynamically calculates oil change interval. DEXOS-approved oil required.

"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.

Chevrolet New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

3 yr / 36K mi

Powertrain

5 yr / 60K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

8 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

6 yr / 100K mi

Roadside assistance

5 yr / 60K mi

These are the terms for a new Chevrolet. If you're buying a used 2014 IMPALA, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Chevrolet dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

EV Incentives for 2014 Chevrolet IMPALA

Updated 2026-07

Federal Tax Credit (Section 30D) — Expired 2025-09-30

Section 30D new clean vehicle credit ($7,500 max) expired for vehicles acquired after Sept 30, 2025 per Public Law (One Big Beautiful Bill Act). Vehicles acquired on or before that date remain eligible on the buyer's 2025 return. No federal purchase credit exists for post-9/30/2025 acquisitions.

State-Level Incentives (Still Active in 14 States)

CaliforniaUp to $12,000

Clean Cars 4 All

ColoradoUp to $5,000

Innovative Motor Vehicle Credit

ConnecticutUp to $4,250

CHEAPR (Connecticut Hydrogen and Electric Automobile Purchase Rebate)

DelawareUp to $2,500

Clean Vehicle Rebate

IllinoisUp to $4,000

Illinois EV Rebate Program

MarylandUp to $3,000

Excise Tax Credit for Plug-in Electric Vehicles

MassachusettsUp to $3,500

MOR-EV

New JerseyUp to $4,000

Charge Up New Jersey

New YorkUp to $2,000

Drive Clean Rebate

OregonUp to $7,500

Oregon Clean Vehicle Rebate

PennsylvaniaUp to $3,000

Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Rebate Program

Rhode IslandUp to $2,500

DRIVEEV

TexasUp to $2,500

Light-Duty Motor Vehicle Purchase or Lease Incentive

VermontUp to $5,000

Incentive Program for New Electric Vehicles

See full state-by-state EV incentive details

Source: US Department of Energy Alternative Fuels Data Center + state DOR / DEQ program pages. Program details and eligibility limits change frequently — always verify with the linked source before purchase.

Estimated Repair Costs

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

STEERING(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

BRAKES(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 1018 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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ELECTRICAL: BATTERY LEAKED DOWN THE FRAME AND WAS EATING THE 2 TRANY COOLER ALUMINUM LINES. AUTONATION CHEVROLET SUPERSTITION SPRINGS IN MESA, AZ PUT A NEW BATTERY AND 2 NEW TRANY COOLER LINES ON, BUT AFTER THE 4TH ATTEMPT CAN NOT GET ALL OF THE ACID CLEANED UP. ENGINE CRADLE STILL HAS NO PAINT IN SPOTS AND AC
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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STEERING: AT 55 MPH ON A SLIPPERY RIGHT HAND SIDE CURVE (SPEED LIMIT IS 65 MPH) VEHICLE UNDER-STEERED AND LOST TRACTION COMPLETELY, WITHOUT TOUCHING THE BRAKES, IT STARTED TO SLOW DOWN AND SKIDDED TO THE OUTSIDE OF THE CURVE (TO THE LEFT). I TRIED TO GET IT BACK TO THE DRIVING LANE, IT STARTED TO SKID LATERAL
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS: AT 70 MPH VEHICLE SLOWED ON ITS OWN. VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER READ "STABILITRAK AND ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED". GOT YELLOW TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM LIGHT ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WITH A "MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT" BELOW THE SPEEDOMETER.ENGINE RUNNING ROUGH AT ASHLAND, VA EXIT.ENGINE WAS SHUT DOWN TH
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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OTHER: I FIND MY LINK VERY DIFFICULT TO USE AS COMPARE TO MY 2011 BUICK REGAL CONTROL KNOB VS TOUCH SCREEN. THE IPOD I USE IN THE BUICK OR THE USB DRIVE WAS EASIER TO USE AND NAVIGATE. I SPOKEN TO APPLE AND MICROSOFT TECHS ABOUT CREATING PLAYLISTS BUT THE FUNCTION DOES NOT WORK IN MY IMPALA. THIS IS A PROB
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 12 recalls have been completed — free at any Chevrolet dealer
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)