Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (front, side and curtain air bags, sensors and inflators).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2007 Chevrolet Impala owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that the dashboard had cracked due to the heat. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed the crack had extended to the passenger side airbag. The dealer and manufacturer were not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 96,000.
The driver side airbag did not deploy when I got into a wreck. I feel the airbags could have helped me from hitting the steering wheel and hurting my ribs. I feel that it could have been less painful to have the airbag deploy. I thought the airbags were in working order.
Dash warning light indicates check airbags. (About a year ago). Upon using a code reader it states that the wrong airbags are installed and needs to be replaced. The airbags had been replaced in 2007 by GMC after a serious accident as a program\loaner. I purchased the repaired vehicle from Southern Chevrolet in December of 2007 from their used car lot. I do not know why it has gone unnoticed for all these years.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that while stopped, another vehicle crashed into the rear of the vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact sustained neck and back injuries that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic but was not diagnosed however, the body damage was repaired. In addition, the contact stated that while driving 25 MPH, the steering wheel seized without warning. The contact also mentioned that the front and rear driver side, and the rear passenger windows failed to operate. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 14V355000 (electrical system). The failure mileage was 100,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Impala. While driving 40 MPH, the vehicle independently jerked to the left and right without warning. The contact lost control of the vehicle and struck a curb. The vehicle rolled over three times and landed upright. The contact stated that the air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed. Minor injuries were sustained, but did not require medical attention. The vehicle was destroyed and towed from the scene. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14V355000 (electrical system); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 125,000.
Tl* the contact owned a 2007 Chevrolet Impala. While driving 20 MPH, another vehicle collided with the front driver's side of the contacts vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The driver sustained injuries to the back, left hand, and neck. The contact's three children who were seated in the rear of the vehicle all sustained injuries to their backs, necks, and heads. Medical attention was received. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an unknown facility where it was deemed a total loss. The vehicle was not taken to an independent mechanic or dealer for the air bag failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Impala. While driving 40 MPH, the contact's vehicle was rear ended by another vehicle and the steering seized. As a result, the contact collided with a curb. The air bags did not deploy. The driver had memory loss and pain in the hands, back, and legs. The rear seat passenger sustained injuries to the neck, back, and hearing loss in both ears. Medical attention was received. The injuries to the occupants in the other vehicle were unknown. The contact was unaware if a police report was filed. The vehicle was towed, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was opened. The failure mileage was 100,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Impala. While driving at 60 MPH, the contact lost control of the vehicle after being cut off by a motorcyclist. The contact crashed into a cement barrier. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact also stated that the anti-lock braking system failed. A police report was filed. The contact and passenger received injuries to the upper and lower back and neck, which required medical attention. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 160,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Impala. While driving 30 MPH, the steering wheel became difficult to turn. When the brakes were applied, they failed to respond and the vehicle crashed into trees. The air bags did not deploy. The contact was injured and received medical attention. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was towed, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 14V355000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 160,000.
Tl* the contact owned a 2007 Chevrolet Impala. While driving 40 MPH, the contact t-boned another vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. The contact sustained injuries to the chest, back, and neck and was taken to the hospital for medical assistance. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a junk yard and deemed destroyed. The manufacturer and dealer were not notified of the failure. The cause of the failure was not determined. The failure mileage was approximately 260,000.
Airbag complaints in other Impala years
Frequently asked questions
How common are airbag problems on the 2007 Chevrolet Impala?
NHTSA has 49 complaints about the air bags of the 2007 Chevrolet Impala, 8% of the model year's 627 complaints. The component named most often is frontal (4 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2007 Chevrolet Impala airbag problems?
No. NHTSA lists no air bags recall for the 2007 Chevrolet Impala, though it has 2 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2007 Chevrolet Impala airbag problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 100,000 miles, and 14% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 33 crashes, 2 fires and 38 injuries and 1 death to air bags problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.