How many steering complaints does the 2016 Chevrolet Impala have?

NHTSA lists 16 steering complaints for the 2016 Impala, which is 14% of the 111 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for steering problems on the 2016 Chevrolet Impala?

No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for this steering issue on the 2016 Impala.

At what mileage do steering problems typically show up on the 2016 Impala?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this steering issue is 75,000 miles.

Have steering complaints led to crashes or injuries on the 2016 Impala?

NHTSA data shows 0 crashes and 0 injuries linked to the steering complaints reported for the 2016 Impala.

Is steering a bigger problem in 2016 than other Impala years?

The 2016 Impala's steering share of 14% is lower than the 2014 model year, which had a 22% share and 140 complaints in this area.

2016 Chevrolet Impala Steering Problems

NHTSA lists 16 steering complaints for the 2016 Chevrolet Impala, 14% of its 111 total complaints for the year, with a median failure mileage of 75,000. No related recall is listed for this issue.

Steering complaints: 16; 14% of 111
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 75,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Power steering assist cuts out or locks up suddenly while turning, sometimes accompanied by a "service power steering" or "power steering off" dash warning.
Steering becomes extremely hard to turn at speed, with some owners describing near-misses trying to maneuver into a parking lot or lane.
Power steering intermittently shuts off during turns without any warning message, according to owners who describe it as an electrical fault.
Steering locks briefly after starting the car or shifting into reverse, then returns to normal once put back in park.
Some owners report an abnormal clicking sound from the steering wheel traced to a front axle issue by a dealer.
Power steering failure sometimes occurs alongside ABS and Stabilitrak warning lights appearing at the same time.

When 2016 Chevrolet Impala steering complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 18, 2018, latest Nov 27, 2024.

16 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jan 2018 to Nov 2024; peak Aug 2021 (2).

Steering recalls for the 2016 Chevrolet Impala

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Steering complaints by Impala model year

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

201042 (10%)
201135 (7%)
201249 (19%)
201334 (13%)
2014140 (22%)
201544 (15%)
201616 (14%)
201710 (9%)
20187 (12%)
20193 (11%)
20203 (20%)

Frequently asked questions

How many steering complaints does the 2016 Chevrolet Impala have?: NHTSA lists 16 steering complaints for the 2016 Impala, which is 14% of the 111 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for steering problems on the 2016 Chevrolet Impala?: No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for this steering issue on the 2016 Impala.
At what mileage do steering problems typically show up on the 2016 Impala?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this steering issue is 75,000 miles.
Have steering complaints led to crashes or injuries on the 2016 Impala?: NHTSA data shows 0 crashes and 0 injuries linked to the steering complaints reported for the 2016 Impala.
Is steering a bigger problem in 2016 than other Impala years?: The 2016 Impala's steering share of 14% is lower than the 2014 model year, which had a 22% share and 140 complaints in this area.