Sell your 2010 Chevrolet Impala for cash

The 2010 Chevrolet Impala is a full-size car that came with a choice of 3.5L 6-cyl and 3.9L 6-cyl engines. At 16 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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2010 Chevrolet Impala at a glance

Body styleLarge Cars
Engines3.5L 6-cyl, 3.9L 6-cyl
TransmissionsAutomatic 4-spd
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline
Fuel economy17–18 city / 27–29 highway / 21–22 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$3,050–$3,200 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂404–423 grams per mile
Versions tested by EPA3 configurations
Age16 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 16 years old, most of a 2010 Impala's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
  • Weight: as a full-size car, it weighs less than a truck or SUV, so its value leans more on parts than on scrap weight. See how scrap prices by weight work.
  • Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
  • Recalls: NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2010 Impala. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the electrical system, typically around 80,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

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2010 Chevrolet Impala recalls

NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls covering the 2010 Chevrolet Impala. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.

Air BagsJul 2016 · NHTSA campaign 16V507000

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Chevrolet Impala vehicles manufactured April 25, 2008 through February 16, 2010. The front passenger seat frame may contact and damage the wires of the passenger presence sensor module.

Risk: If the wires are damaged, the passenger presence sensory system may fail to recognize that the passenger seat is occupied, disabling the air bag. Damage may also cause the air bag fuse to short resulting in a loss of all air bags and seat b

Electrical SystemJun 2014 · NHTSA campaign 14V355000

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…

Risk: 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, an

SuspensionAug 2012 · NHTSA campaign 12V377000

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.

Risk: A broken control arm can result in the loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Seat BeltsOct 2010 · NHTSA campaign 10V480000

Gm is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 Chevrolet impalas for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages." the front safety belt webbing may not have been properly secured to the lap belt anchor pretensioner mounted to the side of the seat nearest the…

Risk: The safety belt may not restrain the occupant as intended during a crash, which could result in injury to the occupant.

Common 2010 Impala problems

Owners have filed 442 complaints about the 2010 Chevrolet Impala with NHTSA. 18 reports involved a crash and 3 reports involved a fire. Owners reported 12 injuries.

Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.

Most-reported components

  • Electrical System126
  • Air Bags101
  • Engine88
  • Electronic Stability Control (Esc)74
  • Power Train62
  • Vehicle Speed Control46

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Electrical System80,000 mi
  • Air Bags80,000 mi
  • Engine78,000 mi
  • Electronic Stability Control (Esc)81,000 mi
  • Power Train73,000 mi
  • Vehicle Speed Control74,000 mi

2010 Chevrolet Impala service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 1,187 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2010 Chevrolet Impala. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Equipment179
  • Equipment150
  • Electrical System94
  • Engine and Engine Cooling81
  • Engine54
  • Equipment52

Recent bulletins

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSep 2026 · PIP4902W

    This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsApr 2026 · PIT3271Q

    This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available.

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsMar 2026 · PIP4902V

    This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsMar 2026 · PIP6104

    This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and upload to a Technical Assistance Case in CX Connect.

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Selling a 2010 Impala: questions

How much is a 2010 Chevrolet Impala worth for junk?

It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. Its parts make up much of its value. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 2010 Impala that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 2010 Impalas that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.

Can I sell a 2010 Impala with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2010 Chevrolet Impala; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What paperwork do I need to sell my 2010 Impala?

Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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