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1995 Chevrolet Impala problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 64 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 14.2 times the median Impala year — the 1995 model ranks #21 of 52 Impala years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across brakes (9), tires & wheels (9), and electrical system (7), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

64

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

1

Investigations

1

Crash-involved

1

Fires reported

1

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 1995 compare to other Impala years?

Impala NHTSA complaints by model year, 1995 highlighted1,375 complaints1958: 1 complaints1963: 1 complaints1965: 0 complaints1966: 4 complaints1967: 2 complaints1968: 0 complaints1969: 5 complaints1971: 0 complaints1972: 0 complaints1973: 0 complaints1974: 0 complaints1976: 0 complaints1977: 1 complaints1978: 0 complaints1979: 2 complaints1980: 0 complaints1981: 2 complaints1982: 2 complaints1983: 3 complaints1984: 0 complaints1985: 1 complaints1987: 1 complaints1991: 0 complaints1992: 0 complaints1993: 6 complaints1994: 19 complaints1995: 64 complaints1996: 120 complaints1997: 2 complaints1998: 4 complaints1999: 4 complaints2000: 1,128 complaints2001: 959 complaints2002: 1,077 complaints2003: 935 complaints2004: 1,375 complaints2005: 811 complaints2006: 803 complaints2007: 932 complaints2008: 1,203 complaints2009: 1,368 complaints2010: 737 complaints2011: 844 complaints2012: 422 complaints2013: 466 complaints2014: 1,018 complaints2015: 434 complaints2016: 177 complaints2017: 138 complaints2018: 88 complaints2019: 41 complaints2020: 25 complaints
Impala NHTSA complaints by model year, 1995 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 1995 Chevrolet Impala problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Tires & Wheels914%
Brakes914%
Visibility & Wipers711%
Electrical System711%
Suspension69%
Fuel System58%
Transmission46%
Seats35%
Seat Belts23%
Engine23%
Steering23%
Body & Structure23%
Latches & Locks12%
Climate Control (A/C & Heat)12%
Other12%
Lighting12%
Airbags12%
Speed Control12%

Does the 1995 Chevrolet Impala have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

06E026000LightingMarch 23, 2006 · 61,944 units

Defect

CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

Consequence

WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

Remedy

PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“WHILE DRIVING ESTIMATED SPEEDS BETWEEN 30-45 MILES VEHICLE SHUTS DOWN W/BRAKES AND STEERING BECOMING DIFFICULT. HUTCHINS CHEV.,VA REPLACING ANOTHER PART. TT”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes

“WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE REAR TIRE BLEW OUT, OWNER HAD REPAIRED REAR TIRE, OWNER THEN STATES THAT THE OTHER REAR TIRE ALSO BLEW OUT. WHEN OWNER TOOK TO DEALER HE WAS TOLD THAT IT WAS A FAULTY SEAL AROUND RIM AND THAT SOMEONE TOLD HIM IT MAYBE DESIGN FLAW. *AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels

“BATTERY LEAKED WHEN VEHICLE HAD 15, 417 MILES ON IT, CAUSING ACID DAMAGE TO BATTERY CABLE AND STARTER, WHICH WERE REPLACED UNDER WARRANTY. NOW VEHICLE HAS 39,400 MILES AND BATTERY IS LEAKING AGAIN, CAUSING DAMAGE TO BATTERY HOLD-DOWN AND PAN THAT BATTERY SITS ON. GM IS AWARE OF THIS PROBLEM, BUT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · July 14, 2001

“I HEARD THERE WAS A RECALL FOR THE HEATER CORE IN MY 1995 CHEVY IMPALA SS. I HAVE REPLACED IT 4 TIMES IN THE PAST 8 YEARS. THIS IS NOT INCLUDING THE ONE THAT CAME WITH THE CAR. I BOUGHT IT USED IN 2000. I CAN'T FIND ANY INFORMATION ABOUT IT ANYWHERE. *TR”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Visibility & Wipers · April 3, 2007

“FRONT LOWER LEFT BALL JOINTS BROKE WHILE DRIVING, RESULTING IN A COLLISION. MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension · crash

1995 Chevrolet Impala — common questions

Is the 1995 Chevrolet Impala reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 64 complaints put the 1995 model at #21 of 52 Impala years. It is one of the Impala years to avoid.

What are the most common 1995 Impala problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are brakes (9 complaints), tires & wheels (9 complaints), electrical system (7 complaints).

Does the 1995 Chevrolet Impala have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 1995 Chevrolet Impala. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 1995 Chevrolet Impala under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Chevrolet Impala years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Impala years to avoid are 2004, 2009, 2008, 2000, 2002, 2014, 2001, 2003, 2007, 2011, 2005, 2006, 2010, 2013, 2015, 2012, 2016, 2017, 1996, 2018, 1995, 2019. The cleanest record among Impala years belongs to 1992.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.