2001 CHEVROLET IMPALA
10 recalls, 959 complaints - 529 TSBs
15V701000 Oct 26, 2015
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Defect Description
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 1998-1999 Chevrolet Lumina and Oldsmobile Intrigue, 1997-2004 Buick Regal and Pontiac Grand Prix, 2000-2004 Chevrolet Impala, and 1998-2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vehicles. The affected vehicles were previously repaired under recalls 08V-118, ... Read more
Consequence
Engine oil that drips onto the hot surface of the exhaust manifold may result in a fire.
Remedy
The remedy applied under recalls 08V-118, 09V-116, and 15V-201 did not adequately remove the safety risk. Under the improved remedy, dealers will replace the engines front valve cover and gasket. Vehicles that are covered by recalls 08V-118, 09V-116, or 15V-201 that have not yet received the ori... Read more
14V400000 Jul 3, 2014
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
Defect Description
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) notified the agen... Read more
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.
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 9, 2014. GM's number for this recall is 14350.
09V116000 Apr 8, 2009
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Defect Description
GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING 1,497,516 MY 1997-2003 BUICK REGAL, MY 1998-2003 CHEVROLET LUMINA, MONTE CARLO AND IMPALA, MY 1998-1999 OLDSMOBILE INTRIGUE, MY 1997-2003 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 3.8L V6 NATURALLY ASPIRATED ENGINE. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE A CONDITION IN WHICH DROP... Read more
Consequence
IF THE MANIFOLD IS HOT ENOUGH AND THE OIL RUNS BELOW THE HEAT SHIELD, IT MAY IGNITE INTO A SMALL FLAME AND MAY SPREAD TO THE PLASTIC SPARK PLUG WIRE CHANNEL AND BEYOND INCREASING THE RISK OF AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ENGINES FRONT VALVE COVER AND FRONT-VALVE-COVER GASKET WITH NEW PARTS OF AN IMPROVED DESIGN AND REMOVE THE ENGINES PLASTIC COVER AND PLASTIC OIL-FILL-TUBE EXTENSION, FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MAY 2016. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-... Read more
09E005000 Feb 17, 2009
STEERING
Defect Description
DORMAN IS RECALLING 979 STEERING KNUCKLES, DORMAN P/NOS. 697-902 AND 697-903, SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS<SUP>TM</SUP>" BRAND NAME, AND NAPA P/NOS. 7-8502 AND 7-8503 WHICH WERE SOLD FOR REPLACEMENT USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. A POTENTIAL MATERIAL OR DESIGN DEFECT COULD RESULT IN... Read more
Consequence
A BROKEN STEERING KNUCKLE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A POSSIBLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy
DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING KNUCKLES FREE OF CHARGE AND REIMBURSE THE REPAIR FACILITY OR OWNER FOR LABOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN'S TOLL-FREE HOTLINE AT 1-800-523-2492 AND PRESS 5.
08E063000 Oct 17, 2008
STEERING
Defect Description
DORMAN PRODUCTS IS RECALLING 3,900 INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFTS DORMAN PART NOS. 425-151, 425-152, AND 425-153, (SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS" BRAND NAME), BALKAMP #'S 7-3057, 7-3058, 7-3059 (SOLD UNDER THE "NAPA" BRAND NAME), AND PLATINUM PARTS #'S 2425151, 2425152, AND 2425153 MANUFACTURED DU... Read more
Consequence
IF THE WELD FAILS, LOSS OF STEERING COULD RESULT, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE STEERING SHAFTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 16, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN TOLL FREE AT 1-800-523-2492.
07E021000 Mar 12, 2007
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES
Defect Description
CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, P/NOS. FP10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, AND FP10027-11B1, SOLD AFTER JANUARY 9, 2007, AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE UNIVERSAL PRESSURE REGULATORS (UPR) WERE PRODUCED WITHOUT AN O'RING AND RETAINER.
Consequence
FUEL MAY LEAK, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Remedy
DELPHI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE UPR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DELPHI AT 877-411-8770.
01V136000 Apr 24, 2001
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 3.4L ENGINE AND NON-ANTILOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS). THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 301, "FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY." A FUEL RETURN LINE CAN BECOME SEVERED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION, RESULTING IN FUEL SPILLAGE.
Consequence
IF AN IGNITION SOURCE WAS PRESENT, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER BRACKET THAT WILL MAINTAIN POSITIONING OF THE FUEL LINE IN A FRONTAL CRASH. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 29, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASON... Read more
00V371000 Nov 13, 2000
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES EXHIBIT A CONDITION IN WHICH THE DRIVER SIDE IMPACT AIR BAG INFLATOR SEPARATES FROM THE AIR BAG MODULE DURING DEPLOYMENT.
Consequence
IF THE INFLATOR SEPARATES, THE AIR BAG WILL NOT DEPLOY PROPERLY DURING A CRASH AND OCCUPANT PROTECTION WOULD BE REDUCED. IF IS ALSO POSSIBLE THAT A SEPARATED INFLATOR COULD BE PROPELLED DOWNWARD AND COULD RESULT IN INJURY TO A REAR SEAT PASSENGER WHOSE FOOT IS POSITIONED APPROXIMATELY UNDER THE INF... Read more
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SIDE IMPACT AIR BAG MODULE.
00V244000 Aug 29, 2000
AIR BAGS
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE AIR BAG SENSING AND DIAGNOSTIC MODULES (SDM) COULD EXPERIENCE A MEMORY ERROR RESULTING IN THE AIR BAGS NOT DEPLOYING IN A CRASH SITUATION.
Consequence
IN A CRASH, A FRONT SEAT OCCUPANT MAY RECEIVE MORE SERIOUS INJURIES.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SENSING AND DIAGNOSTIC MODULE.
00V228003 Aug 7, 2000
SEAT BELTS
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES, LIGHT DUTY TRUCKS, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, AND MINI VANS EQUIPPED WITH TRW SEAT BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLIES. THE BUCKLE BASE OF THESE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES WERE NOT PROPERLY HEAT TREATED AND THEREFORE DO NOT PASS THE LOAD BEARING REQUIREMENT OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHI... Read more
Consequence
IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLE'S SAFETY BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLY DATE CODES AND, IF NECESSARY, WILL REPLACE ANY SAFETY BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLY.
Complaint Statistics
959 total complaints
55 crashes 87 fires 60 injuries 2 deaths
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 188 |
| ENGINE | 67 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 53 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 45 |
| STEERING | 36 |
| AIR BAGS | 33 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 23 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL | 22 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 22 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR | 18 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 17, 2023
Incident date: Jun 17, 2023
Window and motor regulators both went out in 1-2 weeks apart may 2023
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH
Jun 17, 2023
Incident date: Jun 17, 2023
My F-450 has had the tailgate recall 19S48 completed. However, this did not correct the problem and the tailgate still unlatches and extends without warning while driving. In this latest incident, a cargo trailer I was towing was severely damaged as a result.
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jun 17, 2023
Incident date: Jun 17, 2023
My F-450 has had the tailgate recall 19S48 completed. However, this did not correct the problem and the tailgate still unlatches and extends without warning while driving. In this latest incident, a cargo trailer I was towing was severely damaged as a result.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Jan 5, 2023
Incident date: Jan 2, 2023
The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that her husband had entered the vehicle and while the key was in the ignition, the vehicle exploded in the engine compartment. There were no warning indicator lights illuminated. There were no reported injuries, air bag deployment, or po... Read more
Fire
AIR BAGS
Feb 5, 2022
Incident date: Jan 10, 2019
AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON BUT NO DEPLOYMENT.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 19, 2021
Incident date: Nov 19, 2021
after car not used for two days, turning ignition on and attempted to start the engine a extremely load explosion came from engine compartment! Upon looking at the engine the PLASTIC intake manifold was blown to pieces. no warning a explosion was to occur, car was running normal prior to explosion... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Nov 19, 2021
Incident date: Nov 19, 2021
after car not used for two days, turning ignition on and attempted to start the engine a extremely load explosion came from engine compartment! Upon looking at the engine the PLASTIC intake manifold was blown to pieces. no warning a explosion was to occur, car was running normal prior to explosion... Read more
ENGINE
Nov 19, 2021
Incident date: Nov 19, 2021
after car not used for two days, turning ignition on and attempted to start the engine a extremely load explosion came from engine compartment! Upon looking at the engine the PLASTIC intake manifold was blown to pieces. no warning a explosion was to occur, car was running normal prior to explosion... Read more
ENGINE
Oct 6, 2021
Incident date: Oct 6, 2021
When the Mass Airflow Sensor gets dirty, engine shuts off..
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 31, 2021
Incident date: May 7, 2021
I have a 2001 Chevy impala and it has an instrument cluster issue with faulty warning lights and locking the radio and not wanting to start
VISIBILITY/WIPER
May 31, 2021
Incident date: May 7, 2021
I have a 2001 Chevy impala and it has an instrument cluster issue with faulty warning lights and locking the radio and not wanting to start
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Sep 8, 2020
Incident date: Sep 2, 2020
BOTH HEADLIGHTS UNEXPECTEDLY TURN OFF WHILE DRIVING. FLICKER ON AND OFF AND THEN GO OFF. USED TO BE ABLE TO LET THE CAR SIT A FEW HOURS AND THEY WOULD WORK AGAIN. NOW 2 NIGHTS AGO THEY WENT OFF WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT....WON'T COME BACK ON AT ALL. PARKING LIGHTS STAY ON, TURN SIGNALS, AND 4 WAY FLASH... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Sep 1, 2020
Incident date: Jul 16, 2020
MY CAR SHUTS OFF WHEN DRIVING. THE SECURITY LIGHT COMED ON. SOMETIMES NO POWER TO START SO I SEITCH KEYD. THERE BEEN A RECALL BUT WAS NOT PROPERLY FIXED. MY LIFE IS IN DANGER DRIVING AND I REPLACED SO MANY PARTS THAT WAS NEVER THE PROBLEM.
ENGINE
Sep 1, 2020
Incident date: Jul 16, 2020
MY CAR SHUTS OFF WHEN DRIVING. THE SECURITY LIGHT COMED ON. SOMETIMES NO POWER TO START SO I SEITCH KEYD. THERE BEEN A RECALL BUT WAS NOT PROPERLY FIXED. MY LIFE IS IN DANGER DRIVING AND I REPLACED SO MANY PARTS THAT WAS NEVER THE PROBLEM.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Sep 1, 2020
Incident date: Jul 16, 2020
MY CAR SHUTS OFF WHEN DRIVING. THE SECURITY LIGHT COMED ON. SOMETIMES NO POWER TO START SO I SEITCH KEYD. THERE BEEN A RECALL BUT WAS NOT PROPERLY FIXED. MY LIFE IS IN DANGER DRIVING AND I REPLACED SO MANY PARTS THAT WAS NEVER THE PROBLEM.
ENGINE
Aug 19, 2020
Incident date: Aug 3, 2020
ENGINE OIL LEAKS ON MANIFOLD AND COULD CAUSE A FIRE
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 15, 2020
Incident date: Jan 1, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 CHEVROLET IMPALA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE KEY WAS TURNED TO THE START POSITION, SEVERAL WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS WARNING LIGHT AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS WERE ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED AND... Read more
STEERING
May 15, 2020
Incident date: Jan 1, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 CHEVROLET IMPALA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE KEY WAS TURNED TO THE START POSITION, SEVERAL WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS WARNING LIGHT AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS WERE ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED AND... Read more
ENGINE
May 15, 2020
Incident date: Jan 1, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 CHEVROLET IMPALA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE KEY WAS TURNED TO THE START POSITION, SEVERAL WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ABS WARNING LIGHT AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS WERE ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED AND... Read more
ENGINE
Dec 12, 2019
Incident date: Sep 1, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 CHEVROLET IMPALA. UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD BANG AND AN UNKNOWN WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. A FIRE STARTED FROM UNDERNEATH THE HOOD AND THE CONTACT'S HUSBAND CAME OUTSIDE AND INSTRUCTED HER TO GRAB THE FIRE EXTINGUISHER. HER HUSBAND EXTINGUISH... Read more
ENGINE
Aug 2, 2019
Incident date: Jul 3, 2019
I DROVE THE CAR TO A STORE, PARKED, TURNED THE ENGINE OFF AND EXITED THE VEHICLE. WHEN I GOT OUT OF THE CAR IT WAS SMOKING UNDER THE HOOD. A SHORT TIME LATER THE CAR WAS ON FIRE IN THE ENGINE BAY. I'D SAY FLAMES ERUPTED APPROXIMATELY 10 MINUTES AFTER I EXITED THE VEHICLE.
Fire
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Aug 2, 2019
Incident date: Jul 3, 2019
I DROVE THE CAR TO A STORE, PARKED, TURNED THE ENGINE OFF AND EXITED THE VEHICLE. WHEN I GOT OUT OF THE CAR IT WAS SMOKING UNDER THE HOOD. A SHORT TIME LATER THE CAR WAS ON FIRE IN THE ENGINE BAY. I'D SAY FLAMES ERUPTED APPROXIMATELY 10 MINUTES AFTER I EXITED THE VEHICLE.
Fire
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 2, 2019
Incident date: Jul 3, 2019
I DROVE THE CAR TO A STORE, PARKED, TURNED THE ENGINE OFF AND EXITED THE VEHICLE. WHEN I GOT OUT OF THE CAR IT WAS SMOKING UNDER THE HOOD. A SHORT TIME LATER THE CAR WAS ON FIRE IN THE ENGINE BAY. I'D SAY FLAMES ERUPTED APPROXIMATELY 10 MINUTES AFTER I EXITED THE VEHICLE.
Fire
ENGINE
Jul 13, 2019
Incident date: Feb 22, 2019
WHILE DRIVING THE CAR THE ENGINE SIMPLY SHUTS OFF WHETHER ON THE HIGHWAY AT 70 MPH, ON CITY STREETS AT 40 MPH OR BACKING OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY. USUALLY AFTER WAITING A FEW MINUTES IT WILL RESTART. THE PROBLEM BEGAN IN FEBRUARY 2019 AND HAS BEEN ONGOING. MY MECHANIC HAS HAD THE CAR MULTIPLE TIMES AND I ... Read more
ENGINE
Apr 29, 2019
Incident date: Oct 21, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 CHEVROLET IMPALA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V701000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING). THE CONTACT CALLED AN UNKNOWN DEALER LOCATED IN FRENDALE, MICHIGAN AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF T... Read more
STEERING
Apr 18, 2019
Incident date: Apr 3, 2019
TAKATA RECALL WHEN GOING TO FASTEN SEAT BELT IT WILL NOT FASTEN YOU HAVE TO MESS WITH IT A COUPLE TIMES BEFORE IT WILL LATCH AND SOMETIMES WILL UNLATCH WHILE DRIVING. TAKATA RECALL THE DRIVER FRONT BLINKER BULB HAS BEEN REPLACED MULTIPLE TIMES BUT AFTER BUYING NUMEROUS BULBS IT STILL WILL NOT WORK.... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Apr 18, 2019
Incident date: Apr 3, 2019
TAKATA RECALL WHEN GOING TO FASTEN SEAT BELT IT WILL NOT FASTEN YOU HAVE TO MESS WITH IT A COUPLE TIMES BEFORE IT WILL LATCH AND SOMETIMES WILL UNLATCH WHILE DRIVING. TAKATA RECALL THE DRIVER FRONT BLINKER BULB HAS BEEN REPLACED MULTIPLE TIMES BUT AFTER BUYING NUMEROUS BULBS IT STILL WILL NOT WORK.... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Apr 18, 2019
Incident date: Apr 3, 2019
TAKATA RECALL WHEN GOING TO FASTEN SEAT BELT IT WILL NOT FASTEN YOU HAVE TO MESS WITH IT A COUPLE TIMES BEFORE IT WILL LATCH AND SOMETIMES WILL UNLATCH WHILE DRIVING. TAKATA RECALL THE DRIVER FRONT BLINKER BULB HAS BEEN REPLACED MULTIPLE TIMES BUT AFTER BUYING NUMEROUS BULBS IT STILL WILL NOT WORK.... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 6, 2019
Incident date: Mar 2, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 CHEVROLET IMPALA. WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE WOULD STALL AT ANY GIVEN MOMENT. THE CONTACT USUALLY HAD TO WAIT A FEW MINUTES BEFORE THE VEHICLE WOULD RESTART. THE BATTERY WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED DURING THE FAILURE. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT CONTACTED. THE ... Read more
ENGINE
Mar 6, 2019
Incident date: Mar 2, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 CHEVROLET IMPALA. WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE WOULD STALL AT ANY GIVEN MOMENT. THE CONTACT USUALLY HAD TO WAIT A FEW MINUTES BEFORE THE VEHICLE WOULD RESTART. THE BATTERY WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED DURING THE FAILURE. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT CONTACTED. THE ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Feb 12, 2019
Incident date: Feb 10, 2019
MY SONS CHEVY IMPALA WAS IN OUR DRIVEWAY UNTOUCHED FOR TWO DAYS. WHEN HE GOT IN IT AND TURNED THE KEY TO START THE VEHICLE THE INTAKE MANIFOLD EXPLODED AND CAUSED AN ENGINE FIRE. WHILE ONLINE I FOUND THIS HAS BEEN A PROBLEM FOR YEARS!!! WHY HASN'T THIS BEEN ADDRESSED? HE COULD HAVE DIED. AND IF I WA... Read more
Fire
ENGINE
Feb 12, 2019
Incident date: Feb 10, 2019
MY SONS CHEVY IMPALA WAS IN OUR DRIVEWAY UNTOUCHED FOR TWO DAYS. WHEN HE GOT IN IT AND TURNED THE KEY TO START THE VEHICLE THE INTAKE MANIFOLD EXPLODED AND CAUSED AN ENGINE FIRE. WHILE ONLINE I FOUND THIS HAS BEEN A PROBLEM FOR YEARS!!! WHY HASN'T THIS BEEN ADDRESSED? HE COULD HAVE DIED. AND IF I WA... Read more
Fire
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Feb 12, 2019
Incident date: Feb 10, 2019
MY SONS CHEVY IMPALA WAS IN OUR DRIVEWAY UNTOUCHED FOR TWO DAYS. WHEN HE GOT IN IT AND TURNED THE KEY TO START THE VEHICLE THE INTAKE MANIFOLD EXPLODED AND CAUSED AN ENGINE FIRE. WHILE ONLINE I FOUND THIS HAS BEEN A PROBLEM FOR YEARS!!! WHY HASN'T THIS BEEN ADDRESSED? HE COULD HAVE DIED. AND IF I WA... Read more
Fire
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Feb 4, 2019
Incident date: Feb 3, 2019
MY SON'S 2001 CHEVROLET IMPALA CAUGHT FIRE WHEN HE WAS TURNING THE IGNITION TO CRANK THE VEHICLE. HE WAS AT COLLEGE IN THE PARKING LOT AND THE FIRE DEPT. WAS CALLED AND PUT THE FIRE OUT. HE CLAIMS THERE WAS A LOUD POP AND SMOKE BEGAN ROLLING FROM UNDER THE HOOD. THE VEHICLE HAS APPROX. 132000 MILES.... Read more
Fire
AIR BAGS
Jan 25, 2019
Incident date: Apr 26, 2011
I HAVE AN IDEA THAT I TOOK TO DAVIS INVENTION COMPANY T LIKE IT 2 YEARS AGO THE CAR CO.'S DON'T WANT BECAUSE IT WILL STOP ACCIDENT. CAR MAKER SAID TOO ME THEY SELL PART TOO. SO THAT LEAVES THE INSURANCE CO THAT PAYS FOR -THE PART PLEASE HAVE SOMEONE FROM YOUR RESEARCH DEPT CALL ME AT [XXX]... Read more
1 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
Oct 30, 2018
Incident date: Oct 16, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 CHEVROLET IMPALA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE KEY FAILED TO MOVE WHILE IN THE IGNITION. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE LOCAL DEALER JEFF DRENNEN CHEVROLET BUICK GMC CADILLAC OF ZANESVILLE (3625 MAPLE AVE, ZANESVILLE, OH 43701 (740) ... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jul 11, 2018
Incident date: Jul 5, 2018
ON FRIDAY JULY 6, 2018 I WAS IN A AUTO ACCIDENT MY CAR ROLLED DOWN HILL AND NEITHER DRIVER OR PASSENGER AIRBAGS DEPLOY I WAS WEARING MY SEAT BELT IN WHICH I FELL OUT OF . MY ACCIDENT TOOK PLACE ON [XXX] MY PHONE NUMBER IS [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA... Read more
Crash
1 injured
SEAT BELTS
Jul 8, 2018
Incident date: Jun 30, 2018
TAKATA RECALLI HAVE CALLED CHEVY ABOUT THE RECALLS I HAVE SEEN ONLINE BUT MY CAR IS NOT INCLUDED. IT IS HAVING ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS TURNS ON AND OFF , THE SECURITY MESSAGE KEEPS COMING UP TO WERE IT WONT LET ME TURN ON THE CAR. IVE SEEN MAY PEOPLE COMPLAIN ABOUT THE ISSUES I HAVE. IVE BEEN DEALING WI... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jul 8, 2018
Incident date: Jun 30, 2018
TAKATA RECALLI HAVE CALLED CHEVY ABOUT THE RECALLS I HAVE SEEN ONLINE BUT MY CAR IS NOT INCLUDED. IT IS HAVING ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS TURNS ON AND OFF , THE SECURITY MESSAGE KEEPS COMING UP TO WERE IT WONT LET ME TURN ON THE CAR. IVE SEEN MAY PEOPLE COMPLAIN ABOUT THE ISSUES I HAVE. IVE BEEN DEALING WI... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jul 8, 2018
Incident date: Jun 30, 2018
TAKATA RECALLI HAVE CALLED CHEVY ABOUT THE RECALLS I HAVE SEEN ONLINE BUT MY CAR IS NOT INCLUDED. IT IS HAVING ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS TURNS ON AND OFF , THE SECURITY MESSAGE KEEPS COMING UP TO WERE IT WONT LET ME TURN ON THE CAR. IVE SEEN MAY PEOPLE COMPLAIN ABOUT THE ISSUES I HAVE. IVE BEEN DEALING WI... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 29, 2018
Incident date: Jun 29, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 CHEVROLET IMPALA. WHETHER THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY OR DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE KEY COULD BE REMOVED FROM THE IGNITION WHILE THE ENGINE WAS STILL RUNNING. IN ADDITION, AFTER TURNING THE VEHICLE OFF AND REMOVING THE KEY, THE ENGINE WAS STILL RUNNING. THE CONTACT ALS... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
Mar 22, 2018
Incident date: Mar 22, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 CHEVROLET IMPALA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH AND THE "SERVICE ENGINE SOON" MESSAGE APPEARED. THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR REMAINED ILLUMINATED FOR A COUPLE OF WEEKS. THE CONTACT SAW A SERVICE BULLETIN ONLINE REGARDING... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 22, 2018
Incident date: Mar 22, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 CHEVROLET IMPALA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH AND THE "SERVICE ENGINE SOON" MESSAGE APPEARED. THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR REMAINED ILLUMINATED FOR A COUPLE OF WEEKS. THE CONTACT SAW A SERVICE BULLETIN ONLINE REGARDING... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 22, 2018
Incident date: Jun 20, 2014
I HAVE RESEARCHED THAT MY VEHICLE HAS IN FACT HAVE THE SAME IGNITION STARTING ISSUES ALSO AS OTHER CHEVY IMPALAS.. WHEN TURNING THE KEY TO START VEHICLE AS TO INITIATE ENGINE RUN, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY CEASES ELECTRICAL POWER TO THE IGNITION COIL. SEVERAL MINUTES LATER & AFTER A BRIEF PAUSE THE IN... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Feb 22, 2018
Incident date: Jun 20, 2014
I HAVE RESEARCHED THAT MY VEHICLE HAS IN FACT HAVE THE SAME IGNITION STARTING ISSUES ALSO AS OTHER CHEVY IMPALAS.. WHEN TURNING THE KEY TO START VEHICLE AS TO INITIATE ENGINE RUN, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY CEASES ELECTRICAL POWER TO THE IGNITION COIL. SEVERAL MINUTES LATER & AFTER A BRIEF PAUSE THE IN... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 31, 2017
Incident date: Dec 28, 2017
ENGINE SHOT DOWN ON FREEWAY. PULLED IT TO MEINEKE. THEY REPLACED IGNITION SWITCH & KEY BUZZER SWITCH. ON 12/28/2017, THEY CHARGED ME $169.99 REPLACING IGNITION SWITCH & $155.40. I HAVE RECEIPT. I NEED $364.07 REIMBURSEMENT FOR THIS RECALL DEFECT.
ENGINE
Dec 31, 2017
Incident date: Dec 28, 2017
ENGINE SHOT DOWN ON FREEWAY. PULLED IT TO MEINEKE. THEY REPLACED IGNITION SWITCH & KEY BUZZER SWITCH. ON 12/28/2017, THEY CHARGED ME $169.99 REPLACING IGNITION SWITCH & $155.40. I HAVE RECEIPT. I NEED $364.07 REIMBURSEMENT FOR THIS RECALL DEFECT.
ENGINE
Dec 26, 2017
Incident date: Dec 15, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2001 CHEVROLET IMPALA. WHILE DRIVING LOW SPEEDS, THE ENGINE INADVERTENTLY CAUGHT FIRE WITHOUT WARNING. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. THE DEALE... Read more
Fire
AIR BAGS
Nov 1, 2017
Incident date: Oct 26, 2017
TAKATA RECALL AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON SPORATICALY AT FIRST BUT IS ON ALL THE TIME NOW.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 28, 2017
Incident date: Oct 12, 2017
THE BYPASS VALVE GOING FROM THE WATER PUMP MELTED. I WAS TOLD IT IS BECAUSE IT WAS A PLASTIC PIECE THAT WAS RECALLED AND REPLACED WITH METAL PIECES. RIGHT NOW WATER/ANTIFREEZE JUST LEAKS.
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EPA Fuel Economy, 2001 CHEVROLET IMPALA
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.4L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 19.0 | 29.0 | 22.0 | Regular | $2,850 |
| 3.8L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 17.0 | 28.0 | 21.0 | Regular | $2,950 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Large Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2001 CHEVROLET IMPALA
529 manufacturer communications from 394 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 54 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 44 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 37 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 32 |
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 26 |
| 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL | 25 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 19 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 19 |
16-NA-383
Mar 13, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels shou
22-NA-074
Feb 22, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
18-NA-099
Jan 16, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
PI1394B
Jan 12, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
PI1394B
Jan 12, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
02-08-42-001J
Jan 12, 2024
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage.
PIP5601B
Jan 12, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vibration complaints that are one of the most challenging complaints to accurately diagnose and repair. Technician will need to use Pico Oscilloscope Di
23-NA-219
Dec 12, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed Accessories.
23-NA-219
Dec 12, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed Accessories.
17-NA-170
Oct 6, 2023
200000 WHEELS
This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.
PIT5099G
Sep 26, 2023
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have hi
10-00-89-006J
Sep 26, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).
23-NA-153
Sep 1, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the customer that it is normal for the delay.
23-NA-153
Sep 1, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the customer that it is normal for the delay.
18-NA-073
Aug 24, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides graphics, information and guidelines for engine component wear to assist service personnel as a guideline to perform necessary engine repairs and prevent unnecessary engine replacement.
PIP5628G
Aug 10, 2023
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
PIP5358C
Jul 18, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint. Technician should get record a sound clip or take a video of the
17-NA-170
Apr 27, 2023
200000 WHEELS
This service bulletin provides information about the Hunter wheel Road Force balancers that should be utilized for all repairs requiring balance and Road Force measurement.
PIP5628F
Apr 24, 2023
061600 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
22-NA-009
Mar 17, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
17-NA-073
Feb 21, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
01-08-42-001O
Feb 15, 2023
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
PIP5628E
Feb 10, 2023
353720 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ACCESSORY GENERATOR:OUTLETS/RECEPTACLE
This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
PIP5540J
Dec 15, 2022
138220 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT
This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the ice to melt so that it can be drained from the related component
21-NA-124
Dec 14, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides diagnostic tips/steps on testing for possible EVAP leaks in the system to correct a customer concern of an MIL Illuminated with DTCs P0442 and/or P0455 Set.
22-NA-074
Nov 9, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
22-NA-205
Oct 19, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This service bulletin provides information on Module Harvesting.
10-00-89-006I
Oct 7, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).
PIC5453D
Sep 30, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors and General Motors of Canada Company do not support cross border sales. The General Motors of Canada Customer Care Centre is the sole auth
22-NA-195
Sep 28, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This service bulletin provides information on Handling Requests for Modifications to Permanently Import/Export Vehicles Between the U.S. and Canada.
22-NA-009
Sep 14, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
22-NA-181
Sep 1, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
This diagnostic tip advises the tech not to separate the flexplate from the torque convertor or damage my occur if the engine is started while diagnosing for noise from the engine or transmission.
PIP5640A
Sep 1, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician to not remove the torque converter bolts and start the engine as this may cause damage to the torque converter of the crankshaft on vehicles equipped with an
20-NA-065
Aug 15, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides information on tools available to find an intake vacuum leak or exhaust leak to correct a condition of MIL Illuminated with Multiple Fuel Trim and/or Oxygen Sensor Codes Set.
22-NA-009
Jun 15, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
PIT5099F
Jun 13, 2022
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have hi
PIP5358B
May 31, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint. Technician should get record a sound clip or take a video of the
22-NA-074
Mar 31, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
22-NA-009
Mar 22, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
PIP4723F
Jan 14, 2022
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and
PIP4723F
Jan 14, 2022
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and
22NA009
Jan 11, 2022
061520 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:FILTER/SCREEN
This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.
PIP5628E
Dec 14, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
PIT3099U
Aug 11, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about installing General Motors Accessory parts/kits. Technicians should refer to Service Information for information regarding most accessories. Technician
010842001N
Jun 21, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
010842001N
Jun 21, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
010842001N
Jun 21, 2021
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
21NA124
May 25, 2021
071410 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS:CANISTER
This service bulletin provides diagnostic tips/steps on testing for possible EVAP leaks in the system to correct a customer concern of an MIL Illuminated with DTCs P0442 and/or P0455 Set.
21NA124
May 25, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This service bulletin provides diagnostic tips/steps on testing for possible EVAP leaks in the system to correct a customer concern of an MIL Illuminated with DTCs P0442 and/or P0455 Set.
100089006H
May 17, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).
PIP5358A
May 12, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint. Technician should get record a sound clip or take a video of the
PIP5358A
May 12, 2021
160000 STRUCTURE
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint. Technician should get record a sound clip or take a video of the
PIP5640A
Apr 12, 2021
200000 WHEELS
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician to not remove the torque converter bolts and start the engine as this may cause damage to the torque converter of the crankshaft on vehicles equipped with an
PIP5163E
Mar 30, 2021
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block of possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible cause of engine oil consumption, misfire, cylinder leakage or blo
18NA099
Mar 30, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
PIP5540G
Mar 22, 2021
061560 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:PRESSURE/TEMPERATURE SENSOR
This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the ice to melt so that it can be drained from the related component
PIP5725A
Mar 19, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Preliminary information communicates the use of Winter grade fuel during the warm months of 2020 and the potential rivability issues that it can cause. The ongoing Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has caused significant reductions in
PIP5628C
Oct 8, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
18NA099
Aug 5, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
PIP5226D
Jul 27, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about finding needle bearings during an oil change. Technician will gain access to the roller rockers to inspect them. Only replace the roller rocker that is
PIP5226D
Jul 27, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about finding needle bearings during an oil change. Technician will gain access to the roller rockers to inspect them. Only replace the roller rocker that is
PIT5099E
Jul 27, 2020
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have hi
PIC5453D
Jul 22, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors and General Motors of Canada Company do not support cross border sales. The General Motors of Canada Customer Care Centre is the sole auth
PIC5453D
Jul 22, 2020
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors and General Motors of Canada Company do not support cross border sales. The General Motors of Canada Customer Care Centre is the sole auth
PIC5453C
Jun 5, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that General Motors and General Motors of Canada Company do not support cross border sales. The General Motors of Canada Customer Care Centre is the sole auth
PIP5628B
May 21, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
16NA383
May 8, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels shou
16NA383
May 8, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels shou
16NA383
May 8, 2020
073000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels shou
PIP5725
May 8, 2020
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This Preliminary information communicates the use of Winter grade fuel during the warm months of 2020 and the potential rivability issues that it can cause. The ongoing Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has caused significant reductions in
PIT3099T
Feb 4, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about installing General Motors Accessory parts/kits. Technicians should refer to Service Information for information regarding most accessories. Technician
PIP4723D
Jan 31, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and
PIP5540F
Jan 14, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the ice to melt so that it can be drained from the related component
16NA383
Jan 2, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This informational bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels
16NA383
Jan 2, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This informational bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels
16NA383
Jan 2, 2020
073000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
This informational bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels
19NA273
Dec 2, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Procedures to Unlock Delco Radio with Theftlock.
19NA273
Dec 2, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Procedures to Unlock Delco Radio with Theftlock.
PIC4696E
Nov 22, 2019
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce
PIC4696E
Nov 22, 2019
353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce
010842001M
Nov 12, 2019
120000 LIGHTING (PWS)
This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Replacement Guidelines.
010842001M
Nov 12, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Replacement Guidelines.
010842001M
Nov 12, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Replacement Guidelines.
100089006G
Oct 16, 2019
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This informational bulletin provides information for dealers how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).
PIP5540E
Oct 14, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the ice to melt so that it can be drained from the related component
PIP5601A
Oct 10, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vibration complaints that are one of the most challenging complaints to accurately diagnose and repair. Technician will need to use Pico Oscilloscope Di
17NA073
Sep 18, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
150844001J
Sep 11, 2019
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This informational bulletin provides information for the GM of Canada OnStar Cellular Communication Upgrade to 3G/4G LTE for vehicles that may need an upgrade.
PIC4696D
Sep 5, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock ce
PIT3099S
Sep 5, 2019
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about installing General Motors Accessory parts/kits. Technicians should refer to Service Information for information regarding most accessories. Technician
PIT3099R
Jul 10, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about installing General Motors Accessory parts/kits. Technicians should refer to Service Information for information regarding most accessories. Technician
16NA383
May 21, 2019
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
This informational bulletin advises of a new fuel injection kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves, and explains how toptier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build up.
PIP5640
May 7, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician to not remove the torque converter bolts and start the engine as this may cause damage to the torque converter of the crankshaft on vehicles equipped with an
PIP5226C
May 6, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about finding needle bearings during an oil change. Technician will gain access to the roller rockers to inspect them. Only replace the roller rocker that is
PIP5226C
May 6, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about finding needle bearings during an oil change. Technician will gain access to the roller rockers to inspect them. Only replace the roller rocker that is
PIP5540D
Feb 19, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the ice to melt so that it can be drained from the related component
PIP5628
Feb 18, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
17NA073
Feb 15, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
010842001L
Dec 13, 2018
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Replacement Guidelines.
PIP5540B
Dec 6, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the ice to melt so that it can be drained from the related component
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NHTSA Safety Investigations, CHEVROLET IMPALA
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
AQ17002
Opened: Mar 16, 2017 , Closed: May 14, 2020
BiCal Chevrolet/Loss of Power Steering
NHTSA opened AQ17-002 to determine whether BiCal Chevrolet of Valley Stream, New York (BiCal) has complied with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act, 49 U.S.C. Chapter 301 (Safety Act) and its implementing regulations. The Safety Act requires, among other things, tha... Read more
DP14001
Opened: Jul 22, 2014 , Closed: Mar 7, 2017
Passenger Air Bag OCS Algorithm
The Agency received a petition on November 14, 2013 requesting an investigation into the operation of the passenger air bag Occupant Classification System (OCS) software logic and algorithm.The petitioner states that due to this alleged defect, the passenger air bag may be suppressed at point of imp... Read more
PE14010
Opened: Apr 15, 2014 , Closed: Nov 21, 2014
Active Safety System Malfunction
On April 15, 2014, the Office of Defects Investigations (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation PE14-010 based on two complaints alleging incidents of sudden/severe uncommanded braking resulting in rear impact collisions in model year (MY) 2014 Chevrolet Impala vehicles.ODI analyzed all complaints relat... Read more
PE09025
Opened: May 13, 2009 , Closed: Oct 2, 2009
POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKS - FIRES
GENERAL MOTORS (GM) INITIATED A CUSTOMER SATISFACTION CAMPAIGN IN OCTOBER OF 2006 TO ADDRESS A FAILURE OF THE POWER STEERING HOSE AND/OR CLAMPS THAT COULD OCCUR WHEN THE ENGINE IS STARTED IN VEHICLES PRIMARILY OPERATED IN THE FOLLOWING STATES THAT EXPERIENCE EXTREMELY COLD TEMPERATURES:ALASKA, MAINE... Read more
PE06017
Opened: May 15, 2006 , Closed: Oct 25, 2006
ALLEGED HEADLIGHT FAILURE
A TOTAL OF 646,038 SUBJECT VEHICLES WERE SOLD DURING MY 2001-2003, AND THE COMPLAINT AND WARRANTY DATA TABULATED ABOVE APPLY TO THE TOTAL VEHICLE POPULATION.COMPLAINT REPORTS ALLEGING HEADLIGHT OUTAGE REPRESENT SLIGHTLY MORE THAT ONE-HALF OF THE TOTAL NUMBER OF COMPLAINTS AND THE BALANCE ARE ALLEGAT... Read more
PE00005
Opened: Jan 19, 2000 , Closed: Feb 29, 2000
INADVERTENT ENGINE STALLING
There is no summary currently available
DP78060
Opened: Sep 13, 1978 , Closed: Dec 7, 1978
SEAT BELTS DON'T UNLOCK
SEAT BELTS DON'T UNLOCK
CHEVROLET IMPALA - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the CHEVROLET IMPALA across all model years (1965, 2019).
135
Total Recalls
15,237
Total Complaints
7
Investigations
921
Reported Crashes
468
Reported Fires
10
Reported Deaths
CHEVROLET IMPALA - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 0 | 25 | View |
| 2019 | 1 | 41 | View |
| 2018 | 1 | 88 | View |
| 2017 | 0 | 138 | View |
| 2016 | 0 | 177 | View |
| 2015 | 3 | 434 | View |
| 2014 | 12 | 1,018 | View |
| 2013 | 1 | 466 | View |
| 2012 | 3 | 422 | View |
| 2011 | 2 | 844 | View |
| 2010 | 4 | 737 | View |
| 2009 | 5 | 1,368 | View |
| 2008 | 2 | 1,203 | View |
| 2007 | 3 | 932 | View |
| 2006 | 2 | 803 | View |
| 2005 | 4 | 811 | View |
| 2004 | 7 | 1,375 | View |
| 2003 | 8 | 935 | View |
| 2002 | 7 | 1,077 | View |
| 2001 (current) | 10 | 959 | |
| 2000 | 10 | 1,128 | View |
| 1999 | 0 | 4 | View |
| 1998 | 0 | 4 | View |
| 1997 | 0 | 2 | View |
| 1996 | 1 | 120 | View |
| 1995 | 1 | 64 | View |
| 1994 | 1 | 19 | View |
| 1993 | 1 | 6 | View |
| 1992 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1991 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1987 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 1985 | 1 | 1 | View |
| 1983 | 2 | 3 | View |
| 1982 | 3 | 2 | View |
| 1981 | 2 | 2 | View |
| 1980 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 1979 | 3 | 2 | View |
| 1978 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 1977 | 3 | 1 | View |
| 1976 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1974 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 1973 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1972 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1971 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 1969 | 4 | 5 | View |
| 1968 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 1967 | 2 | 2 | View |
| 1966 | 2 | 4 | View |
| 1965 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 1963 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 1958 | 0 | 1 | View |