Trim Report

Chevrolet Impala SS2012

Includes:CHEVIMP|SS
$2,900
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Where to Find Chevrolet Impala SS

Location data for all 2012 Chevrolet Impala trims combined

38States

If you're near Texas, you're in luck: 9% of listings are there. But with 38 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

Chevrolet Impala Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2012 Chevrolet Impala trims

Elevated

With 3 recalls and 258 complaints, the 2012 Chevrolet Impala rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

3
Recalls
258
Complaints
20
Crashes
5
Fires
Recall Findings
14V3550002014-23-06
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Buick LaCrosse, 2006-2011 Buick Lucerne, 2000-2005 Cadillac DeVille, 2006-2011 Cadillac DTS, 2006-2014 Chevrolet Impala, and 2006-2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the weight on the key ring and road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.

If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Additionally, a key knocked out of the run position will cause loss of engine power, power steering, and power braking, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

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12V3770002012-03-08
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM

General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 Chevrolet Impala police vehicles because the front lower control arms may fracture. This safety recall does not include non-police Chevrolet Impala vehicles.

A broken control arm can result in the loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

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11V3980002011-05-08
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 CHEVROLET IMPALA VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 19, 2011, THROUGH JULY 29, 2011. THE UPPER POWER STEERING HOSE MAY HAVE BEEN MISROUTED SO THAT IT CAN COME IN CLOSE PROXIMITY TO AND/OR CONTACT THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER. WITH THE ENGINE ON, HEAT FROM THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER MAY MELT THE POWER STEERING HOSE.

POWER STEERING FLUID COULD FLOW ONTO THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER, AND AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE COULD OCCUR.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2012 Chevrolet Impala's biggest weak point? ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. It leads 258 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Electrical System23
02Steering21
03Unknown Or Other17
04Electronic Stability Control (esc)13
05Engine12
258 total across 1 model years (2012–2012)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Chevrolet Impala Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2012 Chevrolet Impala trims

22mpg combined
·
18city
·
29hwy
·
$2,000/yr

The 2012 Chevrolet Impala delivers 22 MPG combined, consistent across 2 configurations. Straightforward efficiency.

Impala - Automatic 6-spd
22mpg
3.6L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
18 city29 hwy~$2,000/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

SS Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 2012 Chevrolet Impala SS

How does the SS compare to other Chevrolet Impala trims?

The SS occupies a distinct position in the Chevrolet Impala range. See how it stacks up on the 2012 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2012 Chevrolet Impala SS?

Budget for standard SS maintenance plus any trim-specific items. The 2012 has 3 recalls on file. Review the known issues on the model year page for areas to inspect before purchasing.

What are the best years for the Chevrolet Impala SS?

For the SS, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Chevrolet Impala buyer's guide.

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