2012 Chevrolet Impala LS
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- Photo: 2011 Chevrolet Impala LT, Front Left, 08-15-2021 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2011 Chevrolet Impala LT in Gold Mist metallic, rear right by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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The 2012 Chevrolet Impala LS is a 300-hp 3.6-liter V6 with a 6-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $25,760 MSRP and is rated at 22 mpg combined.
It makes 300 horsepower at 6,500 rpm and 262 lb-ft of torque at 5300 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 18 mpg city and 30 mpg highway (22 mpg combined).
The Impala measures 200.4 inches long on a 110.5-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,555 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $25,760 ($36,463 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.6L SIDI DOHC V6 (LFX) |
| Displacement | 3.6 L |
| Horsepower | 300 hp @ 6,500 rpm |
| Torque | 262 lb-ft @ 5300 rpm |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic |
| 1st Gear | 4.5 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.9 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.8 |
| 4th Gear | 1.4 |
| 5th Gear | 1 |
| 6th Gear | 0.7 |
| Reverse | 2.9 |
| Final Drive | 2.77 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 18 MPG |
| Highway | 30 MPG |
| Combined | 22 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded (Flex-Fuel, E85 capable) |
| Tank Capacity | 17 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut |
| Rear Suspension | Tri-Link |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | 1.18 in |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | 0.63 in |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 11.93 x 1.18 in |
| Rear Brake Disc | 10.94 x 0.43 in |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Tires Front | P225/60R16 |
| Tires Rear | P225/60R16 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 200.4 in |
| Width | 72.9 in |
| Height | 58.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 110.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,555 lbs |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal crash | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (11.3 % risk) |
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2012 Chevrolet IMPALA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jun 23, 2014 · 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. General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Buick LaCrosse, 2006-2011 Buick Lucerne, 2000-2005 Cadillac DeVille, 2006-2011 Cadillac DTS, 2006-2014 Chevrolet Impala, and 2006-2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the weight on the key ring and road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.
Consequence: If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Additionally, a key knocked out of the run position will cause loss of engine power, power steering, and power braking, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
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. Owners may contact General Motors customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-458-8006 (Cadillac), and 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet). GM's number for this recall is 14299.
NHTSA campaign 14V355000
Aug 3, 2012 · SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 Chevrolet Impala police vehicles because the front lower control arms may fracture. This safety recall does not include non-police Chevrolet Impala vehicles.
Consequence: A broken control arm can result in the loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace both front lower control arms, free of charge. The safety recall began on August 21, 2012. Owners may contact the Chevrolet owner center at 1-866-694-6546.
NHTSA campaign 12V377000
Aug 5, 2011 · STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 CHEVROLET IMPALA VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 19, 2011, THROUGH JULY 29, 2011. THE UPPER POWER STEERING HOSE MAY HAVE BEEN MISROUTED SO THAT IT CAN COME IN CLOSE PROXIMITY TO AND/OR CONTACT THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER. WITH THE ENGINE ON, HEAT FROM THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER MAY MELT THE POWER STEERING HOSE.
Consequence: POWER STEERING FLUID COULD FLOW ONTO THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER, AND AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Remedy: GM DEALERS WILL INSPECT TO ENSURE THAT THE UPPER POWER STEERING HOSE IS ROUTED CORRECTLY AND MAKE THE NECESSARY REPAIRS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 5, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438.
NHTSA campaign 11V398000
258 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2012 Chevrolet IMPALA
Owner Complaints
258 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2012 Chevrolet IMPALA (20 mention a crash, 5 a fire, 12 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Electrical System | 58 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 54 |
| Steering | 49 |
| Engine | 40 |
| Service Brakes | 33 |
| Power Train | 27 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2012 CHEVROLET IMPALA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.