How many brake complaints does the 2010 Chevrolet Impala have?

NHTSA lists 112 brake complaints for the 2010 Impala, which is 25% of the 440 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for 2010 Chevrolet Impala brakes?

No. NHTSA shows no related recalls tied to this brake complaint data for the 2010 Impala.

At what mileage do 2010 Impala brake problems usually show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this brake issue is 74,000 miles.

Did the 2010 Impala brake problems cause any crashes?

NHTSA data tied to this brake complaint area for the 2010 Impala shows 3 crashes and 1 injury reported, with no fires.

How does the 2010 Impala compare to other years for brake complaints?

The 2010 Impala's 112 brake complaints (25% share) are lower than 2011 (169, 33%) and 2014 (171, 27%), but higher than 2016 through 2020.

2010 Chevrolet Impala Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 112 brake complaints for the 2010 Chevrolet Impala, 25% of all complaints filed for the year. There are no related recalls, and median mileage at failure was 74,000 miles. Three crashes and one injury were reported in this area.

Brakes complaints: 112; 25% of 440
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 74,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Owners report warped front brake rotors that cause vigorous shaking or vibration when braking, often first noticed on downhill drives.
Some owners describe brake pedal pulsation at highway speeds around 60-65 mph that worsens with continued braking.
A few complaints describe complete loss of braking with the pedal traveling to the floor, in some cases while the vehicle was also stalling.
Owners note that dealers replaced or turned rotors multiple times but the shaking and long stopping distances returned within a short time.
One owner reported that after purchase, both front calipers, rotors, pads, wheel bearings, and rear pads all needed replacement in the first month of ownership.

When 2010 Chevrolet Impala brake complaints were filed

First complaint Nov 22, 2010, latest Sep 25, 2025.

112 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2010 Q4 to 2025 Q3; peak 2014 Q1 (9).

Brakes recalls for the 2010 Chevrolet Impala

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Brakes complaints by Impala model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

2010112 (25%)
2011169 (33%)
201275 (29%)
2013132 (49%)
2014171 (27%)
201541 (14%)
201616 (14%)
20175 (4%)
20189 (15%)
20193 (11%)
20200 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many brake complaints does the 2010 Chevrolet Impala have?: NHTSA lists 112 brake complaints for the 2010 Impala, which is 25% of the 440 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for 2010 Chevrolet Impala brakes?: No. NHTSA shows no related recalls tied to this brake complaint data for the 2010 Impala.
At what mileage do 2010 Impala brake problems usually show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this brake issue is 74,000 miles.
Did the 2010 Impala brake problems cause any crashes?: NHTSA data tied to this brake complaint area for the 2010 Impala shows 3 crashes and 1 injury reported, with no fires.
How does the 2010 Impala compare to other years for brake complaints?: The 2010 Impala's 112 brake complaints (25% share) are lower than 2011 (169, 33%) and 2014 (171, 27%), but higher than 2016 through 2020.