Recall 14V450 affects 57,242 2014 Chevrolet Impala vehicles for power steering assist loss. Repair is free at any franchised Chevrolet dealer.
Chevrolet recall 14V450 covers 57,242 2014 Impala sedans because a poor electrical ground to the power steering control module can cause power steering assist to drop out at startup or while driving. If assist is lost, steering takes more effort at low speeds and crash risk increases; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The 2014 Chevrolet Impala uses electric power steering assist to reduce the effort needed to turn the wheel. The Power Steering Control Module, or PSCM, manages that assist by reading steering demand and commanding the electric steering system to help the driver turn.
On affected Impalas, the PSCM has a poor electrical ground connection. A ground connection gives electrical current a stable return path. When that connection is weak, the module does not get the clean electrical path it needs, and power steering assist can drop out during startup or while the vehicle is being driven.
There is no warning sign before failure. If the assist drops out, the steering wheel feels much heavier, especially during low-speed turns or parking maneuvers.
Who's affected?
| 2014 Chevrolet Impala | power steering system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 57,242 |
Not every 2014 Chevrolet Impala sedan is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific sedan is included.
What's the safety risk?
Loss of power steering assist makes the 2014 Chevrolet Impala harder to steer at low speeds. That extra steering effort raises crash risk during turns, parking, and other slow speed driving. Use extra care and contact a franchised Chevrolet dealer about the recall repair. Repair will be free at any franchised Chevrolet dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2014 Chevrolet Impala is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Chevrolet dealer to ask about the free ground-stud cleaning and PSCM software update that fixes the poor electrical ground connection behind the power steering control module.
- Bring the recall notice if Chevrolet mailed one. If not, reference recall number 14V450 when you call.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Steering effort increases at low speeds if power steering assist is lost.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Chevrolet technician cleans paint from behind the ground stud nut, then updates the Power Steering Control Module software. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under recall 14V450. This work addresses the poor ground connection tied to the PSCM so the module has a cleaner electrical path before the software update is applied.
Timeline
| July 23, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 21, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V450?
Recall 14V450 covers 57,242 2014 Chevrolet Impala vehicles with a poor electrical ground connection to the power steering control module. The defect can cause loss of power steering assist at startup or while driving. Chevrolet dealers clean paint from behind the ground stud nut and update the software for free.
What should I do if my 2014 Chevrolet Impala is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Impala is included in recall 14V450. If it is, contact a franchised Chevrolet dealer and ask for recall repair 14330. The dealer will clean the ground connection area and update the power steering control module software for free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 14V450, Chevrolet dealers clean paint from behind the ground stud nut and update the power steering control module software free of charge.
Is it safe to drive my 2014 Chevrolet Impala before the repair?
The recall does not include a stop-driving instruction. The safety risk is that loss of power steering assist requires greater steering effort at low speeds and increases crash risk. If steering feels unusually heavy, call a Chevrolet dealer and ask how to move the vehicle in safely.
What if I bought my 2014 Chevrolet Impala used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recalls follow the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your Impala is included, then reference recall 14V450 or Chevrolet recall number 14330 when you call a franchised Chevrolet dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V450000 |
|---|---|
| Chevrolet customer service | 1-800-222-1020 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V450 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V450000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →