Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2013 Chevrolet Impala owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
My 2013 Impala Ltz Service Traction Control, Service Stabilitrack, Engine power reduced problem lights came on the dash. Almost had an accident I want to know why the 2013 model of impala has not had any recalls as the 2010 models with same issues..... My vehicle has the same major issue and need to be addressed & Recalled...... The 2013 Chevrolet impala LTZ Need to be Recalled to fix this issue for the safety of my family and the families on the road and Highways........ I can't express more the need of recall for my vehicle!!!!! I attached documents on the pervious 2010 model recall that had the same issues.... If you think Chevrolet dealership fixed the problem on the 2013 impala model it didn't work cause I have same issues!!!!!
Tl* the contact owned a 2013 Chevrolet Impala. While the vehicle was stopped at a stop sign, the accelerator pedal was depressed and the vehicle accelerated very slowly. The engine stalled in the middle of the road. The key was turned back to the on position and another vehicle crashed into the front driver side of the contact's vehicle. The air bags deployed. The contact suffered a broken left hip bone, nerve damage, and other injuries that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 14V355000 (electrical system) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The failure mileage was approximately 3,345.
My 2013 Impala ltz will suddenly decelerate to around 35 MPH and hesitate when you hit the gas. Three messages pop up, "traction control off", "engine power is reduced" and "service stabilitrak". This happened to me a few months ago and I brought it right in to global Chevy in north plainfield, nj. They fixed and it seemed fine but now happening again but this time, I almost got t-boned in an intersection. I have found this has happened to many people in many different forums. Now I need to get the vehicle to the dealer again. This should be a recall!!!!!!!! I almost got smashed and I will be making sure this is documented in as many forums as possible. This is a Chevy problem. I got charged over $650 to fix this last time!!!!!!!! I am upset as hell and not really sure what to make of this. I need to drive my kids around in this time bomb now? …
A few weeks ago our daughter was driving our 2013 Chevrolet Impala. She informed us that the car just "took off by itself." we just attributed it to her not being familiar with the car. A couple days later, while my wife was driving and I was in passenger seat, at about 25 MPH on a city street, car suddenly took off as if she had slammed accelerator to the floor. Pushing on the brake ended sudden acceleration, engine returned to idle, so I have to assume that problem is possibly related to cruise control circuits and that brake May have disengaged cruise. Cruise control circuit was "on", since we had previously been cruising on interstate, but was not engaged (or set) when incident occurred. This problem came out of nowhere, occurred twice in a week's time, then disappeared. We are wondering if it will occur again. 2013 Chevrolet Impala w/ 60,000 miles
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Impala. While making a right turn, the vehicle hesitated. In addition, the ABS, traction control, and service stabilitrak warning lights illuminated. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, but the cause of the failure could not be determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 40,000. Updated 05/24/16 the consumer stated on May 2, 2016 as she was making a right turn, the accelerator seemed to jerk back and the RPM's went up past three,t hen went back down to one. All the instrument panel lights illuminated and then the vehicle hesitated to proceed for a few minutes. Updated 08/03/16.
I purchased my vehicle on March 23 2019 .I have made several repairs to car but the problem persists . If I'm at a stop and I proceed to drive and make a left my car will make a grinding noise and the traction control light will flash it makes it dangerous to join traffic safely . I looked online and several people have the same exact issue with their vehicles . Service traction control. Service stabilitrak service brake assist will go on when I try to make a u turn . . Ive replaced left driver side wheel hub with ABS sensor replaced TPMS and had alignment done . I felt the tea admission is being affected by this issue . So I had it serviced as well . I feel Chevy should do a recall immediately.
At roughly 26,000 miles my ABS, stabilitrac, and traction control lights came on. I took my car to dealership to repair ignition recall, they replaced the ABS wire harness and corrected the the problem. At roughly 56,000 and 86,000 the ABS, stabilitrac, and traction control lights came back on. I am carrying my car back into the dealership again tomorrow for the 3rd time for the same issue. My car is now decelerating on its own and the wheels are abruptly locking. The car is moving during all of these incidents. My car has begun flashing ABS, stabilitrac, and traction control lights and abruptly decelerating on its own at 60/75 miles per hour.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Impala. While making a left turn at 10 MPH, the front driver side wheel seized and the traction control indicator illuminated. In addition, the contact heard an abnormal grinding noise. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the speed sensor wire failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. An independent mechanic diagnosed the vehicle and removed the front driver side tire to show that the speed sensor wire was actually spliced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 99,563.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Impala. While driving 65 MPH, the stabilitrac control, service traction control, ESC, and engine warning indicators illuminated. The cruise control light turned off and, while depressing the brake pedal, there was a clicking noise coming from the glove compartment. In addition, when the accelerator pedal was depressed, the vehicle failed to accelerate. The failure recurred twice. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 45,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Impala. While driving at a low speed and attempting to make a left turn, the traction control engaged independently, which caused the vehicle to decelerate. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the vehicle speed control wiring harness needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the failure recurred several times. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 55,000.
Acceleration complaints in other Impala years
Frequently asked questions
How common are acceleration problems on the 2013 Chevrolet Impala?
NHTSA has 20 complaints about the speed control & acceleration of the 2013 Chevrolet Impala, 7% of the model year's 272 complaints.
Is there a recall for 2013 Chevrolet Impala acceleration problems?
No. NHTSA lists no speed control & acceleration recall for the 2013 Chevrolet Impala, though it has 1 recall 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 2013 Chevrolet Impala acceleration problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 66,000 miles, and 11% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 1 crash, 0 fires and 1 injury to speed control & acceleration 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.