Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (wheels, lug nuts, original-equipment tires, TPMS).
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).
Tl* the contact owned a 2007 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated while driving at 55 MPH, a vehicle veered into her lane as a result, the contact lost control of the vehicle as it spun around into a cement road block. The contact stated that when she turned the steering wheel an abnormal grinding noise was heard. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact was relating the air bags not deploying to NHTSA campaign number: 14V355000 (electrical system). A police report was filed. The contact sustained neck and back soreness. The vehicle was not drivable and was towed to an impound lot. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired as of yet. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 129,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that while driving approximately 62 MPH, the tire monitoring warning light illuminated and the engine began revving while the cruise control was activated. The brake pedal was depressed but the vehicle accelerated causing the contact to crash into the mile marker signs and a ditch. A police report was filed. The contact sustained a broken rib on the right and neck burn from the seat, front seat passenger sustained a fractured vertebrae in the lower back. The rear driver's side passenger sustained three broken ribs and a bruise on the chest area. All required medical attention. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was unavailable. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.
Traveling down fm 247 south in huntsville, tx. @ posted speed of 60 MPH around the time of about 1:10 pm, when my rear tires involuntarily swerved causing my vehicle to steer cross lanes and crash off road onto grassy and wooded shoulder. Crashed into debris including trees limbs, stumps. Crash caused personal injury and damage to vehicle. The consumer stated GM was well aware that the Chevrolet Impala's were within the recalled VIN breakpoint. They were equipped with an identical frame, chassis, suspension, spindle rods as the police package listed for the recall. Updated 08/09/12 updated 08/14/12 the consumer is requesting NHTSA policy when an auto manufacturer is to file a recall with the public. Updated 05/08/14
Since I purchased this vehicle as a used auto on jan 24, 2012, I have had 10 incidents of tire problems, as low air, flat tire, etc caused by wheel rims corroding causing beads on rim and not hold air pressure; have replaced 30 lug nuts; and ground rims approx 12 times. Am told that the rapid deterioration of the rims to corrosion is due to road salt mix used on local and interstate roads. Appears the vehicle was not designed for this area; fear is when a tire goes, it could be at a high rate of speed. Also have discovered the aluminum bodies of the cars are rusting much quicker. Most recent incident was today
I was driving down hwy 85 around 5;30 am and just passing exit 20/new hope when I hit a huge pot hole in the road on the far right lane. After hearing a loud noise I pulled over and saw that my rim was cracked open on the front right side and slightly slit on the rear right tire.
Tire pressure monitoring system sensor/light stays on. Won't reset. Had to take to dealer. This is a known common problem with Chevy/GM vehicles. Tire pressure was good, all tires were good (set to manufacturer's specs.)
Tl contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that the brakes would squeak very loudly when the brake pedal was depressed. The dealer stated that the brakes were lubricated and should be fine. Two months later, the tire pressure sensor illuminated on the instrument panel. The dealer placed air into the tire and the sensor warning light illuminated again. The dealer stated that the sensor malfunctioned; therefore, it was replaced and recalibrated. The contact then began to hear a rattling noise coming from the rear passenger side. The dealer stated that the bracket for the exhaust manifold malfunctioned and was repaired. The latch mechanism on the driver's side door malfunctioned and caused the door to shake rapidly while in motion. The dealer replaced the door latch. While driving 40 MPH, he suddenly depressed the brake pedal to avoid a crash on the interstate. …
Bought my 2007 Impala at local dealership. Was a rental with 12,000 miles on it. Always had a bumpy ride and it pulled a bit to the left. At a recent oil change, I asked for the tires to be rotated as it now had about 24,000 miles. Guy at oil place said I shouldn't rotate them since the better of the 4 tires were in the front already and with winter coming, was best to leave them as they were. Said they are wearing on the insides of the rear tires, down to the steel belts. I took it to the Chevy dealer where I purchased it. They indicated they had one other complaint like this. Offered a 4-tire alignment that they would cover. This was not covered by GM warranty (would have been covered up to 7,000 miles). They then quoted me for 2 new tires to replace the rear tires. …
I did not realize such a website existed. I have purchased many new vehicles and have always been happy until I purchased my 2007 Impala brand new with 27 miles. I started looking on the internet due to "steering" problem and found this website. You can be driving down the road and the steering wheel will lock up and not move for several seconds. It would be very easy to have a accident you need the wheels to turn, but the wheel want move. I think my husband thought I was crazy until he happen to be with me the other day and witness this. I have noticed that all 5 times this has happened it has been raining out. The 1st 2 times were probably a year ago, but it has happened 3 times in the last 2 months. I have also had the tire issue, did not think about it being the car, but I have had 3 sets of brand new tires on this vehicle. …
Shortly after purchasing the vehicle, electrical system and on-board computer issues started occurring: tire monitor system (TPMS) in-op. Warnings randomly appearing in dash: check tire monitor system. Check left/right rear tire pressure. TPMS did not warn of a flat tire even though a significant amount of air was lost. Increasing no. Of issues with electrical system: keyless entry fails. Check airbag warning appears. Check A/C warning in dash. Ambient temperature gauge erratic. Compass showing n (or ne/nw but always incorrect heading). Cruise control will not resume at times or set incorrect speed (a few m/h higher or lower). Speed has increased on its own. Once, I noticed the speed at over 80m/h when I had set the cruise control at 70. Dash displaying warnings quickly and yellow warning lights flash briefly, which is extremely distracting and warnings cannot be read. …
Wheel & Tire complaints in other Impala years
Frequently asked questions
How common are wheel & tire problems on the 2007 Chevrolet Impala?
NHTSA has 78 complaints about the wheels & tires of the 2007 Chevrolet Impala, 12% of the model year's 627 complaints. The component named most often is pressure monitoring and regulating systems (17 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2007 Chevrolet Impala wheel & tire problems?
No. NHTSA lists no wheels & tires 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 wheel & tire problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 31,000 miles, and 38% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 3 crashes, 0 fires and 5 injuries to wheels & tires 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.