Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (battery, alternator, wiring, ignition, instrument cluster, infotainment).
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).
The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that the driver 's side power master door lock switch was inoperable. The messages "Monitor Tie System" and "Monitor Battery System" were displayed. The contact stated that the windshield wipers were operating at a slower speed than needed. On other occasions, the windshield wipers and the horn would engage independently, and the windshield wipers would operate faster than needed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the ECM needed to be reprogrammed. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle failed to start and she was unable to release the key from the ignition switch. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V355000 (Electrical System). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. …
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!!!!!
While driving vehicle warning light service stabilitrak....reduced engine power comes on. Vehicle then slows and can not drive over 20 to 30 mph. This has occurred randomly at highway speeds while driving on interstate in traffic. Sudden reduction caused traffic to have to slow quickly and almost caused a collision.
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.
I dont understand why my car shows no misfires until today and its the fuel control module but it resets and goes away then back again like its remote control. While stationary battery is fair/ alternator fair
Upon using the key fob to lock or unlock doors, or just opening an unlocked door, a loud clicking sounds starts from under the dash and can last for a couple of minutes and shift side from drive side to passenger side and back. The A/C nor heat works while the clicking sound is made. When you change setting from A/C to heat, the clicking sound starts again. Initially, after the clicking sound stopped, the A/C and/or heat worked for driver and passenger sides. Now, at times, neither the A/C nor heat works. If either works, it is only one side and it shifts as to which side works. Both sides no longer work at once. Driver and passenger have separate A/C and heat controls. This happens when the car is off and there is not a key in the ignition. Also happens when car is on, while in drive and in park, stationary, moving, turning, stopped, etc. …
When accelerating from stopped position, especially when turning to either side, experienced a grinding noise, loss of power, dimming lights, and ABS light coming on. Grinding noise comes from lower engine area in front of vehicle. Repeated occurrences are becoming more frequent. Not known what the problem is, but appears to be tied to ABS/electrical system. Postings of similar situations have appeared in various websites dealing with frequent problems of specific vehicles. GM dealer charged me diagnosis fee, but found nothing. GM dealer said in order to find the problem I would have to bring car in when ABS light was on. I am concerned that I am due for a significant failure before dealer finds the problem, or acknowledges same. Although I reference one date of occurrence, this problem has been happening for 6 months with increasing events as of late.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Impala. While attempting to start the engine, the battery failed. The battery was able to be jumpstarted. The dealer diagnosed the vehicle, but found no failure. The mechanic suggested that the contact replace the grill to prevent the battery from failing again. A few days later, the vehicle was unable to start when the key was turned in the ignition. After several attempts, the vehicle started. Shortly after, the computer system reset and all of the warning prompts illuminated. The contact stated that the alarm, turn signals, horn, and notifications failed to function properly. The contact attempted to turn off the ignition switch, but was unable to remove the key out of the ignition because it was too hot. The dealer was notified. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The failure mileage was 54,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Impala. While driving 40 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle failed to stop. In addition, the traction control and ABS warning indicators illuminated. The contact stated that he had to apply excessive force to the brake pedal to stop the vehicle. The contact was able to continue driving at a low speed to his residence. The contact called alamo city Chevrolet at [phone] (located at 9400 san pedro ave, san antonio, tx 78216) and was informed that the vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign number: 14V355000 (electrical system). The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 110,000.
I went to start my car the key was immediately "locked" inside the ignition ..locking everything in the car up, from the brakes to the electrical . You should be able to turn it 4x (a,b,c,d(on) it would not let you go past c. The key would not come out, I had it jumped in order to get the key out . I thought for sure it had to do with the ignition switch being recalled, but no hall Chevrolet said it was just the battery. So when your battery goes bad, it is normal for the key to be locked almost "eaten" by the ignition. There was no warning it was the battery, nothing. I have only owned the car 29 days. I really thought it was the ignition switch but dealership says no battery?
Related recalls
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.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install two key rings and an insert in the key slot or a cover over the key head on all ignition keys, free of charge. The recall began on September 23, 2014.
Electrical complaints in other Impala years
Frequently asked questions
How common are electrical problems on the 2013 Chevrolet Impala?
NHTSA has 52 complaints about the electrical system of the 2013 Chevrolet Impala, 19% of the model year's 272 complaints. The component named most often is ignition › switch (1 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2013 Chevrolet Impala electrical problems?
Yes — NHTSA recall 14V-355 (ignition, Jun 23, 2014). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
At what mileage do 2013 Chevrolet Impala electrical problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 60,000 miles, and 9% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 4 crashes, 0 fires and 2 injuries to electrical system 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.