2009 Chevrolet Impala tires complaints

Filed Sep 26, 2010 · Suspension, Tires · 15,000 miles · NY

I have a 2009 impala with barely 15000 miles. Took in for oil change and tire rotation at a firestone business. Mechanic states that front tires would not pass inspection, and recommended 2 front tires and lifetime front end alignment for a cost of almost 750.00. Did not take him up on his "generous" offer. This was just before the car hit 15k miles. Car has been serviced every 5k, and up until just over 10k, tire condition was stated as "good-9/32 tread is still on tires. So, between 10k & 15 k, they are now no longer any good? Have seen quite a few complaints online about 2009 impala tires wearing out prematurely, as did the 2008's(which my wife has) front end has never shaken, shimmied or anything else-still drives down the road at 50 with no problem at all. Am wondering if gm is going to give me a hassle about this-not a good advertisement for this model at all!

Filed Jul 6, 2010 · Tires · 19,886 miles · AR

Tl*the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet impala. The contact stated that the front tires have worn very rapidly. Upon researching the failure the contact stated that the recommended psi is 44 but the manufacturer recommended 30 psi. During routine maintenance the contact was informed that he should purchase new tires and have the alignment done again. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 18,500 and the current mileage was 19,886.

Filed May 27, 2010 · Tires · 4,283 miles · NC

My car prematurely wears front tires out. By 4200 miles, my front tires were showing the cords. I had own a 2008 impala (same model) and at 4000 miles the front tires were bald. This has been constant with this vehicle and the previous vehicle. The dealer has aligned this vehicle and states that there is no problem!! If I wasn't aware of this, my tires would blow out!!!!!

Filed Apr 6, 2010 · Tires · 5,000 miles · ME

Bad vibration in car at 75 MPH.