2008 Chevrolet Impala suspension problems
Owners reported suspension problems in 118 complaints for the 2008 Chevrolet Impala, 10% of the complaints on file. It is the 3rd most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 118 10% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 43,000 miles 97 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 6 and 2
- Injuries and deaths
- 2 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When suspension problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 18 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 26 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 17 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 17 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 9 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 2 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 2 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 2 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 2 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 0 |
| 200k+ miles | 2 |
What the data shows
Of the 97 suspension complaints that report mileage, the median is about 43,000 miles, and 63% were reported before 60,000 miles.
These complaints mention 6 crashes, 2 fires, 2 injuries.
What owners wrote
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 chevrolet impala. While driving approximately 35 MPH, a vehicle crashed into the driver side of the contact's vehicle and the air bags failed to deploy. The contact was knocked unconscious and sustained shoulder injuries that required medical attention. A police report was filed. In addition, when making a turn, it felt as if the rear tires lifted off the ground. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure.
2008 chevy impala LTZ -- I am having trouble with the rear inner tires wearing down to the chords just like all the other complaints on here. I know it's not the tire brand, etc. As I've had a reputable mechanic put on two sets of tires. I found articles on a lawsuit and the fact that GM will fix the police cars with this issue, but not the general public's. I bought this car as a commuter car for my sons that will be college students and I need it to last.
Other problems reported for the 2008 Chevrolet Impala
- Electrical system 225 complaints
- Engine 158 complaints
- Steering 95 complaints
- Cruise control 93 complaints
- Drivetrain & axles 86 complaints
- Stability control 58 complaints
- Air bags 50 complaints
- Latches & locks 48 complaints