How many brake complaints does the 2013 Chevrolet Impala have?

NHTSA lists 132 brake-related complaints for the 2013 Impala, which is 49% of the 272 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a brake recall for the 2013 Chevrolet Impala?

No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for this brake issue on the 2013 Impala.

At what mileage do brake problems usually show up on the 2013 Impala?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this issue is 58,000 miles.

Are the 2013 Impala's brake problems worse than other model years?

Yes. The 49% share of complaints tied to brakes in 2013 is higher than every other year listed, including 2014 at 27% and 2011 at 33%.

Did the 2013 Impala's brake issue cause any crashes?

NHTSA data shows 4 crashes and 1 injury linked to this brake complaint area, with no fires reported.

2013 Chevrolet Impala Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 132 brake complaints for the 2013 Chevrolet Impala, 49% of its 272 total complaints for the year — the highest share of any model year. Median mileage at failure was 58,000. No related recalls are listed for this issue.

Brakes complaints: 132; 49% of 272
Crashes reported: 4
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 58,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Brake pedal fails to slow the vehicle at low speeds, in one case causing a crash at 5 mph.
ABS and stability control warning lights (service brake assist, service traction control, service stabilitrak) illuminate together, sometimes followed by a grinding noise from the front wheel area.
Traction control activates on its own during turns and grinds the wheels, making the car hard to steer at low speed.
Brakes delay engaging when the pedal is pressed, with the ABS light coming on at the same time.
One owner reported repeated brake actuator failures that drained the battery and required multiple part replacements.
A front wheel reportedly seized during a low-speed turn, leading to a rear-end collision.

When 2013 Chevrolet Impala brake complaints were filed

First complaint Jun 28, 2013, latest Sep 22, 2022.

132 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2013 Q2 to 2022 Q3; peak 2016 Q2 (13).

Brakes recalls for the 2013 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 2013 Chevrolet Impala have?: NHTSA lists 132 brake-related complaints for the 2013 Impala, which is 49% of the 272 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a brake recall for the 2013 Chevrolet Impala?: No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for this brake issue on the 2013 Impala.
At what mileage do brake problems usually show up on the 2013 Impala?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this issue is 58,000 miles.
Are the 2013 Impala's brake problems worse than other model years?: Yes. The 49% share of complaints tied to brakes in 2013 is higher than every other year listed, including 2014 at 27% and 2011 at 33%.
Did the 2013 Impala's brake issue cause any crashes?: NHTSA data shows 4 crashes and 1 injury linked to this brake complaint area, with no fires reported.