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Chevrolet Impala repairs by problem area

Engine (34%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (19%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (23%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)

Other (4%)

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Chevrolet Impala repair cost distribution

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$1000 - $2499 (7%)

$500 - $999 (14%)

$100 - $499 (43%)

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Chevrolet Impala in Ohio, United States Dec 2020 - Jun 2022
May 2022 41000 mi	Emission systems solenoid valve.

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Chevrolet Impala in New York, United States Dec 2021 - Jul 2022
Jun 2022 45867 mi	Wouldn't start, Whiteman's performed :20 Multipoint Inspection, couldn't find any problems, could not duplicate starting issue. They did fix trunk that wouldn't open, said it was caused by "improper close" what ever that means...just stupid! Car wouldn't start for the second time, was flatbed-ed to Whiteman's Chevy, "scanned for fault codes in system,tested battery-battery tested good-checkedgroundwiring-allgrounds tight & clean-unable to verify won't start". They also performed a multipoint inspection(again). The car was there from 6-27-2022 to 7-1-2022 when I finally decided after a week to pick it up! The car still doesn't start the way it should, it turns over slowly until it finally starts, just annoying..don't know what to do next as the car seems unreliable, will it start the next time??? Who knows...sad...
Jul 2022 46000 mi	Wouldn't start

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Chevrolet Impala in Indiana, United States - Jan 2018
Jan 2018 22000 mi	Emissions exhaust, Carbon Build up

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Chevrolet Impala in West Virginia, United States Jun 2017 - Jun 2022
Oct 2021 49000 mi US $450	Vapor recovery system

Chevrolet Impala in Nova Scotia, Canada Jun 2017 - Jun 2022
Mar 2018 26942 mi	The sensors for all the lane departure, front camera, rear camera and cruise control not working and needed two rear modules and a fuse.

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Chevrolet Impala in Ontario, Canada Jun 2017 - Jun 2018
Jan 2018 41 mi C $32	wiper blade rubber split when using ice scraper
Apr 2018 43090 mi C $113	side impact sensor malfunction

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Chevrolet Impala in New Mexico, United States Nov 2013 - Jun 2022
Dec 2015 36000 mi	Bad smell from ventilation W/S defrost vent on driver's side - no air flow
Aug 2016 45000 mi	Car failed to start even tho battery had full charge. Alternator over-charging. Info screen went blank
Feb 2018 69000 mi	Replace evap solenoid; Replace intake air ducting
Jun 2018 75000 mi	Replaced transmission with remanufactured unit under 100,000 miles power train factory warranty
Dec 2020 103000 mi	Rpl cooler line

Chevrolet Impala in Arkansas, United States Aug 2013 - Jun 2014
Jun 2014 7000 mi	A growling noise coming from the front of the car while driving.

Chevrolet Impala in Ontario, Canada Feb 2014 - May 2015
Sep 2014 4960 mi	Oil Leaking from oil pan
Dec 2014 10540 mi	Fuel System issue with regards to computer. Window regulator left front door broke , window would not go up to a closed position .

Chevrolet Impala in Missouri, United States Dec 2013 - Jan 2020
Oct 2015 24500 mi	Had several minor problems with Driver Information Center resolved. The dealer updated the software to latest versions and that fixed minor bugs.
Nov 2015 25700 mi	Trunk would open on own sporadically from key fob in pocket being accidentally activated. Dealer reprogrammed Body Control Module to require 2 second push of trunk open button on key FOB.
Jul 2017 46000 mi US $250	Rodent damage in engine compartment required several wiring repairs

Chevrolet Impala in North Carolina, United States Oct 2013 - Aug 2016
Jun 2014 10000 mi	Rear tail light gasket permitted water to leak into the trunk area to possibly because electrical problem. Repaired under warranty
Mar 2015 23000 mi	Radio not hold presets, nav , phone,poor voice recognition slow operation. Software upgrade installed with difficulty, but successfully.

Chevrolet Impala in New York, United States Dec 2013 - Jun 2016
Feb 2015 32000 mi	Front Camera problem
Aug 2015 40000 mi US $400	Front passenger side headlight. $250 just for the bulb!
Dec 2015 45000 mi	Passenger side rear wheel bearing

Chevrolet Impala in Ontario, Canada Aug 2013 - Dec 2015
Apr 2014 9180 mi	Tail light seals leaked. Replaced because water ran into under trunk where spare tire is stored and water accumulated
Jun 2015 21080 mi	Clear coat flaking on front quarter, door and bumpe3r
Dec 2015 27280 mi	Front and rear turn signal bulbs.

Chevrolet Impala in Michigan, United States Aug 2013 - May 2021
Apr 2017 12000 mi	Oil leak. Thought it was the oil plug. Not. Timing cover gasket leaking at tee joints.. Removed timing cover and reseal..

Chevrolet Impala in Ohio, United States Dec 2016 - Jan 2018
Jan 2018 84000 mi US $200	Rear Wheel bearing replaced for second time

Chevrolet Impala in New York, United States Dec 2017 - Jan 2022
Feb 2018 33398 mi	For unknown reasons the spare tire well filled with water along with soaking the "Impala" Mat and the spare tire cover. The Cox Chevy Dealer determined the water was coming from a bad seal between the taillight and the rear fender, they replaced the entire taillight assembly under warranty. Since the car has not been driven in any heavy rainfall the outcome is yet to determined.

Chevrolet Impala in Indiana, United States Feb 2015 - Dec 2020
Dec 2017 95000 mi US $226	Check engine light on, purge valve failed, needed replaced
Jun 2018 103 mi US $400	Wheel hub replacement

Chevrolet Impala in Ohio, United States Oct 2013 - Jan 2017
Dec 2014 43000 mi US $375	Replace right rear wheel bearing.
Sep 2015 81000 mi US $300	Replace wheel bearing left rear.
Jan 2016 24000 mi US $92	Both headlamps failed within one week - talk about planned obsolescence!!! LOL
May 2016 114000 mi US $650	computer sensor that detects cars in blind spot area - in this case the drivers side sensor failed.
Dec 2016 154000 mi US $518	Replace front Hub Assembly

Chevrolet Impala in Indiana, United States Jan 2015 - Jul 2016
Mar 2016 26000 mi	Rear Window was replaced under warranty. When I turned on the rear defrost the glass was getting hot and the defrost lines were starting to peal.
Apr 2016 27000 mi	The Front Right Door Speaker Was Replaced

Chevrolet Impala in New Brunswick, Canada Mar 2016 - Jun 2018
Jul 2016 24980 mi	replace rear wheel bearing.
Oct 2016 29140 mi	Oil leak front engine cover (timing cover)

Chevrolet Impala in California, United States Jul 2014 - Dec 2017
Apr 2015 26000 mi	Squeaky seat every time car drives over bumps. Seat squeak
Dec 2017 63000 mi US $400	replaced worn-out shocks. wheel alignment

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Chevrolet Impala in Maryland, United States Apr 2014 - Jan 2016
Jul 2015 13700 mi	Blue tooth problems.
Dec 2015 20000 mi	Sensor malfunction on the drivers side seat.

Chevrolet Impala in Pennsylvania, United States Apr 2014 - Jun 2018
May 2014	Trunk was wet. Gasket around rear taillite was repaired or replaced.
Dec 2015 20000 mi	rocker arm solenoid.
Dec 2017 44000 mi US $80	Check engine lite indicated secondary air less than expected. Replaced 3 way sec. air injection valve.
Feb 2018 46000 mi	Secondary air injection system was carboned badly. Tech needed to physically clean out the ports.

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Chevrolet Impala in New York, United States Jun 2017 - Jan 2022
Oct 2017 96000 mi US $20	Blend door actuator failed. Part replaced by owner using basic hand tools.
Feb 2021 142000 mi US $749	Exhaust pipe liberated - pipes and mufflers (downstream of catalytic converter). Purchased and installed new exhaust pipes and mufflers. Exhaust was replaced four years prior due to collision damage (rear ended). Suspect substandard parts were used by body shop.
Sep 2021 149000 mi US $20	Blend door actuator failed - replaced with new unit.

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Chevrolet Impala in Alabama, United States Sep 2017 - Jan 2022
Mar 2017 36000 mi US $335	Driver seat vertical motion gears were worn out so seat would not go up unless no one was sitting in it. This has been happening for a couple years when vehicle had around 20K miles on it. Vehicle is primarily driven by one person so seat was rarely moved. I told dealership that this was a manufacturer defect. Since the repair was made outside the warranty period, GM was willing to pay a portion of the bill and I paid $335 2 AC actuators in the dash were worn-out (a known problem with these vehicles, probably to supplier issues) and making a loud clicking noise anytime I turned the AC ON. Dealership diagnosed both as defective but replaced only one, saying the second one tested Ok during repairs. I picked up the car and the second actuator started clicking less than one mile from the dealership. It took another trip and a couple days at the dealership to get it replaced. GM covered repairs in full. 2 AC actuators in the dash were worn-out (a known problem with these vehicles, probably to supplier issues) and making a loud clicking noise anytime I turned the AC ON. Dealership diagnosed both as defective but replaced only one, saying the second one tested Ok during repairs. I picked up the car and the second actuator started clicking less than one mile from the dealership. It took another trip and a couple days at the dealership to get it replaced. GM covered repairs in full.
Jun 2018 46000 mi	Rear suspension making sqweeky noise when going over speed bumps

Chevrolet Impala in Ohio, United States - Dec 2015
Dec 2015 80000 mi US $690	Discovered front engine cover leaking. Known issue, covered by GM. Also replaced timing chain & water pump and new front brake rotors. Timing chain & rotors paid for by me.

Chevrolet Impala in Florida, United States Jun 2018 - Jan 2022
Jan 2022 162000 mi US $350	new starter

Chevrolet Impala in New York, United States Jun 2018 - Jun 2020
Jun 2018 74651 mi	Windshield replaced

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Chevrolet Impala in Texas, United States - Sep 2013
Sep 2013 45000 mi US $450	I was driving the car when the engine charging system failure message came up on the screen. I then took the car to get checked and had to replace the alternator

Chevrolet Impala in Indiana, United States - Jan 2012
Jan 2012 33000 mi	Car defaulted to safe mode. The fuel injector control and the injectors were replaced under warranty.

Chevrolet Impala in Massachusetts, United States Jan 2021 - Jul 2022
Feb 2022 100000 mi US $2809	Transmission failed and was rebuilt
Jun 2022 111000 mi US $350	Replace worn wheel bearing
Jul 2022 111000 mi US $160	rear pads and rotors

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Chevrolet Impala in Ontario, Canada Jun 2014 - Oct 2020
Nov 2014 78120 mi C $1250	Brake master cylinder jammed with debris and one of the calipers was seized from a botched brake job prior purchasing the car.
Mar 2018 122760 mi C $400	Torn CV Boot (Front Right)

Chevrolet Impala in Ontario, Canada Dec 2017 - Jun 2022
Jan 2018 89900 mi C $350	Replaced thermostat and temperature sensor. Replaced resonator
May 2020 122140 mi C $90	Replace AC actuators by myself
Jul 2021 124000 mi C $280	Power Windows Switch broken, replaced Temperature Sensor [coolant] replacement again.

Chevrolet Impala in South Carolina, United States - Mar 2017
Mar 2017 109564 mi US $40	Upper radiator hose and both bypass hoses under it replaced

Chevrolet Impala in New York, United States Aug 2017 - Jul 2022
Aug 2021 157000 mi US $300	Oil pressure sensor and evaporate canister
Jul 2022 165000 mi US $200	Steering rack leaking

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Chevrolet Impala in Michigan, United States Sep 2016 - Oct 2017
Sep 2017 169000 mi US $1000	Worn out/broken, Bars replaced. Right Front Bearing Worn out and replaced. Rear Brakes Replaced, Calipers were semi frozen and replaced. Evap Canister Replaced. Engine light still on.

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Chevrolet Impala in Minnesota, United States - May 2011
May 2011 56000 mi	replaced head gaskets, rack and pinion and oil pan gasket

Chevrolet Impala in Michigan, United States Feb 2016 - Sep 2016
Sep 2016 54000 mi US $135	AIR INTAKE MOTOR FOR HVAC WAS CLICKING LOUDLY AND METHODICALLY (2-4 TIMES PER SECOND) MOTOR REPLACED

Chevrolet Impala in Alabama, United States Feb 2016 - Jun 2018
Mar 2017 87000 mi US $500	New pads and rotors
Dec 2017 105000 mi US $300	Brake job

Chevrolet Impala in Prince Edward Island, Canada Feb 2016 - Jan 2022
Aug 2016 62280 mi C $80	tire pressure monitor dash light on for left front tire
Jun 2017 66960 mi C $88	air bag light stays on and" service air bag" indicator on . tech found code for passenger seatbelt pretensioner repair estimate $409 to replace part. Light for air bag intermittent has not come on since visit to dealer, in my opinion may be only loose wiring under passenger seat caused from seat adjustment.
Mar 2018 73532 mi	check engine light on-code set for engine right side running rich-reset light-no repair done-told to drive vehicle and see if check engine light comes back on-drove for 3 days-cel came back on-went out on its own after one day.For two months was using mid grade gasoline-was told by mechanic-vehicle built to use regular gasoline only

Chevrolet Impala in Maryland, United States Jun 2016 - Jun 2018
Dec 2017 156656 mi US $71	Headlight
May 2018 188000 mi US $981	Rack and pinion replaced

Chevrolet Impala in Minnesota, United States - Sep 2013
Sep 2013 65000 mi US $215	Replaced leaking left rear caliper. Replaced left axle seal (covered under powertrain warranty). Replaced transmission cooler line.

Chevrolet Impala in Georgia, United States - Aug 2012
Aug 2012 125000 mi US $45	Replaced door actuator due to clicking noise. Door actuator failed again within 30 days.

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Chevrolet Impala in Arizona, United States Sep 2011 - Oct 2011
Oct 2011 76000 mi US $100	A relay for the A/C was malfunctioning.

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Chevrolet Impala in Florida, United States Jun 2013 - Jun 2022
Oct 2013 67500 mi	alternator failed
Nov 2013 68700 mi US $800	routine maint and had to have A/C motors for vents replaced
Dec 2014 82000 mi US $107	Oil pressure switch- sensor went bad
Aug 2016 89000 mi US $600	Tie rod ends worn out, left wheel hub bearings worn out
May 2017 96000 mi US $400	Up grade brakes
Mar 2018 97000 mi US $37	Plastic cover on visor mirror broken, light would not come on
Jun 2018 97000 mi US $300	Would not go into gear, replaced shift cable

Chevrolet Impala in New York, United States Aug 2017 - May 2020
Oct 2017 54000 mi US $600	Wheel hub assembly, front right, for vibration.

Chevrolet Impala in Texas, United States May 2010 - Dec 2015
Jun 2011 78000 mi	Air conditioning interior flapper door (inside/outside air flap) actuator failed.
Mar 2012 102000 mi US $1285	Replaced both front wheel bearings Worn parts
Jul 2012 112000 mi US $300	Relay switch for radiator fan was bad.
Jan 2013 162500 mi US $2674	Transmission failed, required a complete rebuild and replacement of Torque converter and valve plate
Feb 2013 133300 mi	Transmission repair failed after ~5000 miles. Shop repaired under warrenty
May 2013 142200 mi US $225	Transmission/Key ignition interlock wiring broke. Had to pull console to repair wire so that Ignition key can be removed from ignition.
Nov 2013 156000 mi US $90	Replaced oil pressure sensor.
Mar 2014 168000 mi US $10	Replaced fuse for the rear window defroster
Aug 2014 182000 mi US $160	O2 sensor
Dec 2014 193000 mi US $911	Battery leaked, needed both positive and negative battery cables, new battery and clean up of acid spill on car
Mar 2015 201000 mi	Tire Pressure sensor needed to be replaced

Chevrolet Impala in Michigan, United States Sep 2010 - Jan 2011
Jan 2011 73000 mi US $120	Passenger side back door lock wouldn't operate, only could work it manually- replaced the solenoid.

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Chevrolet Impala in Ohio, United States May 2007 - Jun 2011
Nov 2007 10 mi	Purchased new. Overhead console eyeglass holder compartment latch broken, power steering fluid low, air in four tires low, washer fluid reservoir almost empty.
Jan 2008 999 mi	Air bag system malfunctioned requiring wiring repair. Dual-zone HVAC repaired according to a campaign to fix system (Instrument panel cluster reprogramed).
Apr 2009 12048 mi	Driver seat bottom cushion cover replaced because leather cover was separating.
Jul 2009 15801 mi	Left front door lock actuator latch assembly replaced because door would not lock/unlock with remote or using door switch.
Nov 2009 19030 mi	A/C odor foul - afterblow module kit installed by dealer per TSB. Broken right front seat lumbar adjustor replaced. Erratic cruise control system repaired by reprogramming the car's computer.
Dec 2009 19940 mi	Engine crankshaft seal leaking oil. Power steering return line leaking fluid. Both repaired by dealer under warranty.
Jan 2010 21555 mi	"Service Air Bag" warning + chime activated. Right front seat belt assembly replaced due to defective pre-tensioner (no accident/damage).
Apr 2010 24120 mi	While driving with a/c on low fan speed, fan speed would change to high speed for 8-10 seconds, then return to low speed. Dealer stated they could find "no codes". No repair performed. Problem continues.
Sep 2010 28000 mi	Tire Pressure Monitor System not functioning correctly - incorrect tire pressure displayed. Compass would not hold calibration. Driver door outside handle replaced (broken).

Chevrolet Impala in Alberta, Canada May 2010 - Jun 2018
Sep 2011 63240 mi C $200	driver door handle fell apart could still open door but had to hold outside of it in to get it to work
Jun 2012 77500 mi C $900	Alternator went had to order one out of the U.S.A. prices was horrible $700 for the part, 80 to ship it 125 to instasl (no bad as they did scan of system as well ) took 3 days to get parts
Oct 2013 100000 mi C $450	shifting rough serviced transmission and put in synthetic oil better but still rough shifts leaking CV seal at transaxle
Oct 2014 119000 mi	Hard shifts no one will say they can fix it for sure so still guessing
Dec 2014 125240 mi C $350	Struts were leaking on the front so I changed them out myself
Feb 2015 128740 mi	Electric locks not always opening all doors different doors
Apr 2017 178560 mi C $75	3 door locks quit working took a chance and bought used electric door locks from pick a part so far so good
Sep 2017 187240 mi C $230	Broken wire
Dec 2017 190960 mi C $800	Sunroof exploded insurance wanted to put in used one I went with a new one
Mar 2018 198400 mi C $120	water pump bearing packed it in

Chevrolet Impala in Indiana, United States Dec 2014 - Jul 2015
Jul 2015 99000 mi US $300	Door locking system

Chevrolet Impala in New York, United States - Jan 2009
Jan 2009 32924 mi	Heater blowing cold air, thermostat replaced.

Chevrolet Impala in Pennsylvania, United States Dec 2016 - Dec 2017
Jul 2017 37108 mi US $200	Routine inspection found brakes and rotors needed replacement.

Chevrolet Impala in Missouri, United States Jan 2011 - Jun 2014
Sep 2011 44000 mi US $125	Driver's seatbelt button malfunctioned. The buckle wouldn't catch in the locking mechanism. Mechanic said spring wasn't working in the catching mechanism and replaced it. It's working fine.
Aug 2012 58000 mi	Leak in Transmission system which needed to be repaired.
Feb 2013 58000 mi US $125	Pressure gauge and tire sensor repaired-front right and mounts repaired-front left tire.
Mar 2014 58000 mi US $695	Both wheel bearing and stabilizing bar had gone bad. (Mainly from not driving vehicle - seal leaked and eroded. Also oil change and tire rotation. NO REPAIR COMPLETED AT THIS TIME. Will need to drive it more.

Chevrolet Impala in North Carolina, United States May 2010 - Feb 2014
Sep 2010 101000 mi US $1400	Right front wheel bearing bad, hub replaced $450.00. Actuator for left rear door replaced, $175.00 Parking/emergency brake doesn't hold well- shop "adjusted cable". Brake still doesn't hold well.
Jul 2011 141000 mi US $370	Leaking coolant, replaced "cross over" gaskets.Note, all 07 & 08 Impalas have major rear suspension problem, ruins rear tires. Class action suit, see USA Today, 7/06/11, page 4B.
Oct 2011 148000 mi US $350	check engine light came on again replace solenoid in evaporation tank. replace oxygen sensor.
May 2013 224000 mi US $200	Replace broken sway bar connections.
Jun 2013 228000 mi	Front end wouldn't hold alignment. Replace camber adjustment kits, both front wheels.
Sep 2013 239000 mi US $550	Replace front wheel hub.
Dec 2013 249000 mi US $1033	Replace failed fuel pump & sensor

Chevrolet Impala in Missouri, United States Aug 2010 - Jun 2015
Dec 2010 80000 mi US $334	Replaced EVAP system solenoid purge valve located next to the fuel filler neck. Replaced two power door locks (passenger front and driver rear). Replaced power mirror switch.
Mar 2011 87000 mi	Noticed rear wheels didn't seem lined up right. Wheel alignment shop verified, and necessary adjustments were beyond stock ability. Installed magna-cam bolts to correct both rear camber and one rear toe.
Apr 2011 89300 mi US $1066	Air conditioning compressor failure. $1,066 A/C compressor failure. Replaced compressor and orifice tube, flushed system.
Oct 2011 107000 mi US $185	Been noticing a roar from the rear for the past couple of months. Roar got significantly worse the week before. Found driver-side rear wheel could be rocked in-and-out about 1/2 inch. Replaced wheel bearing assembly. Roar gone.
Dec 2011 111000 mi US $590	Steering felt unstable, car didn't track true, was jittery going down the road. Took car into shop for wheel alignment and tire rotation, mechanic identified both front wheel bearings failing and permitted me to verify. Bearings replaced.
Sep 2012 136000 mi US $350	Replaced the original struts.
Nov 2014 198000 mi US $200	Replaced starter.

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Chevrolet Impala in Ohio, United States Jun 2011 - Jan 2016
May 2012 87900 mi	Had a coolant leak that was hard to track down.Looked like it was coming from the rear head gasket.took it to my local dealer to have it diagnosed.Turned out to be o rings on coolant crossover tube.Fixed under warranty.I'm happy
Jul 2013 111000 mi US $1500	rear head gasket leaking.replaced both head gaskets.started out with a slight rise in temp.then a good size leak right after car was turned off.didnt notice any tell tale white exhaust or smell burning oil.very expensive.not happy
May 2014 130000 mi US $80	check engine light said "emissions leak large." it was the evap solenoid next to gas tank. one bolt and twenty minutes later i was done. wish all repairs were this easy.
Jan 2015 108000 mi US $30	replaced windshield washer pump.hard to get to.remove headlight it can be accessed from there
Jan 2016 165000 mi US $72	dash warning came on with "engine reduced power"and traction warning light came on.turns out it was the gas pedal which has electrical position sensor.it cost 72.00 and took ten minutes for me to replace.just two bolts and one plug.easy job

Chevrolet Impala in Ohio, United States May 2010 - Jun 2017
Jun 2010 26000 mi	trunk struts replaced
Aug 2011 45000 mi US $80	Could not close trunk- both struts broken, 2nd time this happened. Replaced with 3rd party struts, slightly longer than GM's.
Apr 2012 56000 mi US $128	Emissions error, fuel system. Replaced gas cap again with new one.
Jun 2012 57000 mi US $130	emissions error, diagnostics, replaced fuel cap AGAIN
Sep 2014 82000 mi US $550	Terrible noise like a semiautomatic gun going off continually. A $2.00 part failed in the HVAC duct controls and cost $500 to tear dashboard apart and replace.
Mar 2015 90000 mi US $125	Trunk struts failed for the 4th time! Replaced them again!!
Jun 2015 92000 mi US $125	Trunk struts broke again. Told that there is a plastic limiter missing on each hinge. So far, no one can find a pair.
Sep 2015 92000 mi	Trunk support strut failed again. Replaced under warranty. Discovered that trunk hinges will have to be replaced, as they are responsible for the failure of struts. Dealer did not know about this. Just replacing struts will not fix the pro.
Dec 2015 93000 mi US $220	Trunk hinges worn so that trunk moves too far when opening, breaking ends of struts off.
Jun 2016 96000 mi US $1200	Could not allign. Repl worn out hubs Big clunks. Sway bar attachments broke off, repl.
Sep 2016 96000 mi US $130	rat a tat noise. Replaced bad air mixer motor. This did not fix problem for more than a day. Shop ordered another motor, says it was defective.
Oct 2016 97000 mi	Damper motor defective, noisy

Chevrolet Impala in Alabama, United States Jun 2010 - Jun 2016
Oct 2012 38200 mi US $80	Running 1.5 quarts low on oil. Sensors checked out ok. Oil change and filter. Monitoring oil level for next 3 to 4 weeks before any further repair.
Dec 2014 43000 mi	Had tires installed wtih Alignment 1st of December. Started hearing rattling noise. One of screws/bolts loosened to adjust alignment had been left loose, Problem fixed with tightening of all screws/bolts.

Chevrolet Impala in New Brunswick, Canada Jun 2011 - Jul 2017
Aug 2011 62620 mi C $297	Initial difficulty refueling vehicle, few days later check engine light set, diagnosis cost $109.95, replaced evap. vent solenoid, part cost $97.95 plus labor. Dealer advised not covered under emission warranty as 96,691 km. at time.
May 2012 86940 mi C $390	replaced lf lower ball joint,and lr sway bar link.cost for these items$390.46.
Oct 2012 101420 mi C $135	replaced blower motor at 166000 km,purchased part and installed myself
Dec 2012 109120 mi C $148	front crankshaft seal leaking, oil ruined front motor mount, and lower transmission cooling line leaking. total cost $700.00, dealer covered all but $147.87 under warranty.
May 2013 124620 mi C $268	replaced lower control arm bushing check engine light and message reduced power,service traction control. scanned,codep2138. replaced accelerator pedal position sensor(app sensor).
Jul 2013 129520 mi	check engine light now on ,appears evap. canister solenoid again (second time). will replace myself.
Feb 2014 154640 mi C $492	dealer replaced right front wheel bearing at no cost as had replaced previously fe.14,2013 at a cost of $311.00 replaced right front axle shaft. had noticed noise for several days, independant garage said strut mount, cv joint seperated when turning to right/ require tow to shop
Mar 2014 156860 mi C $735	replaced rear struts as right rear strut failed. noticed harsh impact from rear of car ,checked car not level .
May 2014 162440 mi C $422	replaced both outer tie rod ends replaced both transmission cooler lines and both fittings at transmission

Chevrolet Impala in Wisconsin, United States May 2010 - Aug 2017
Apr 2012 23000 mi US $120	It needed a 4 wheel alignment because the dealer found that the tires were wearing a little funny. Needed a rear cam bolt to do the job.
Aug 2014 34000 mi US $312	Check engine light came on. Took it in to the dealer. Dealer ended up replacing the vent solenoid and the harness for it.

Chevrolet Impala in Michigan, United States Aug 2011 - Sep 2011
Sep 2011 61000 mi	Some sensor in the exhaust system failed. Replaced in about 15 minutes. Covered under GM Majorguard extended warranty

Chevrolet Impala in Utah, United States May 2010 - Jun 2011
Jun 2010 31000 mi	Passenger side locking mechanism needed replacement

Chevrolet Impala in Ohio, United States May 2010 - Nov 2013
Mar 2010 47203 mi US $1154	Replace the Wiper motor and BCM (body contorl module) caused by a short in the wiper motor circuit board. Chevy will not warranty. Beyond normal warranty. Dealer mis diagnosed the problem the first time.
Oct 2010 61000 mi US $200	Check Engine light Diagnosed as Failed cannister vent solenoid. Dealer performed repair while car was on lift of oil change. Very satisfied with dealer not with car reliabilty
Dec 2010 65000 mi US $450	Wipers stayed on Repeat from March 2010. Dealer replaced BCM at that time after misdignosed wiper motor. Again same diagnosis but found out Fuse breaker panel under hood affected by environment. GM did nothing. Not covered by warranty
May 2011 77000 mi US $368	B/u light & 3rd Brake light not working. Caused by broken wire dealer caused when replaceing either the fuse panel or BCM. Claims that I am responsible because it took to long for me to bring back car.
Aug 2011 86541 mi US $394	Replaced right front wheel bearing cartridge. Replaced right front wheel bearing cartridge.
Oct 2011 88575 mi US $297	Replaced left front wheel bearing cartridge Replaced left front wheel bearing cartridge
Mar 2012 101000 mi US $100	car would not start. Battery dead. Original lasted 4 years.
Jun 2012 110000 mi	Bearing noise coming from front end. Thought front wheel bearings replaced in January bad. Not Transmission sounds like a noisy ring & pinion gear set.
Aug 2012 114800 mi US $100	Right front wheel bearing failed after 1 year service. Mechanic replaced the bearing at no charge. I paid the labor for installation.
May 2013 136400 mi US $120	Front wheel bearing on right side failed in less than 6 months Replaced with different brand than Timken

Chevrolet Impala in Indiana, United States Jun 2015 - Dec 2016
Jun 2016 119000 mi US $100	Air pump failed

Chevrolet Impala in North Carolina, United States Sep 2015 - Apr 2016
Oct 2015 69000 mi	ventilation actuator Engine leaking coolant

Chevrolet Impala in Texas, United States Jul 2015 - Jul 2015
Jul 2015 110000 mi US $5	Traction control breaking sensor reported a problem.

Chevrolet Impala in Florida, United States Apr 2014 - Apr 2014
Apr 2014 99000 mi US $267	Passenger side front Hub Bearing replaced.

Chevrolet Impala in Alabama, United States Jan 2016 - Jun 2017
Jan 2016 109000 mi US $1000	Alignment, was very difficult had to machine parts. Replace door locks. Tires warn unevenly.
Mar 2017 134000 mi US $898	suspension repair--don't remember details

Chevrolet Impala in Virginia, United States May 2010 - Oct 2011
May 2010 59000 mi US $65	Turned front rotors & four wheel alignment

Chevrolet Impala in Illinois, United States Mar 2011 - Sep 2012
May 2012 67200 mi US $18	Took car for oil leak on manifold and heads. Dealer said no oil leak but antifreeze leak from filler neck. They changed gasket under powertrain warranty
Sep 2012 68000 mi	Transmission was slipping from stop when cold. Had been doing this occasionally for some time. Traded it in.

Chevrolet Impala in Ohio, United States Jul 2015 - Jun 2018
Mar 2017 62000 mi US $500	New rotors and pads
Apr 2017 60000 mi US $250	Bushing failed.
Apr 2018 69000 mi US $215	An inexpensive air sensor would trigger the engine warning light on occasion. My mechanic assured me it was safe to drive even when light was on.

Chevrolet Impala in California, United States Feb 2014 - Apr 2014
Mar 2014 65000 mi US $233	Steering pump needed to be replaced
Apr 2014 65000 mi US $291	the little door that changes from outside airflow to recirculate air started to make a fast clicking sound. needed to replace actuator as plastic teeth became stripped.

Chevrolet Impala in New York, United States Jan 2014 - Sep 2015
Dec 2014 65000 mi US $400	Vapor canister
Jan 2015 US $50	Windshield wiper motor
Jun 2015 70000 mi US $250	Muffler

Chevrolet Impala in Indiana, United States Nov 2012 - Aug 2017
Jan 2013 135300 mi US $25	Rear defroster not working. Connector melted underneath the carpet. Cut wires and placed an inline fuse holder.
Feb 2013 106700 mi US $140	Power door lock actuator left rear door
Dec 2013 128000 mi US $100	tire pressure sensor in right front tire went bad
Jan 2015 143000 mi US $130	tire pressure monitor on one wheel went bad

Chevrolet Impala in Ontario, Canada Aug 2011 - Mar 2012
Jan 2012 C $300	gas pedal sensor car failed to start. (replaced starter and/or alternator.)

Chevrolet Impala in Texas, United States Feb 2008 - Jun 2014
Sep 2008 30000 mi US $850	Torque converter was replaced under warranty at 30,000 miles
Jan 2012 110000 mi US $85	Had to replace gasket between oil filter housing and engine block
Feb 2013 124000 mi US $85	Changed O-Rings on Transmission Cooler Lines that were leaking badly
Mar 2013 133000 mi US $600	Front Wheel Bearing / Hub Assemblies went bad and had to be replaced.
Jul 2013 138700 mi US $165	Engine Oil Pressure sensor went bad.
Dec 2013 145000 mi US $175	Replaced one actuator. Still have two to replace.
May 2014 149000 mi US $600	blower motor went bad
Jun 2014 149000 mi US $600	Had to replace complete power steering pump and hoses. All were leaking badly. An oil leak was not fixed.

Chevrolet Impala in Wisconsin, United States Apr 2013 - Jun 2014
May 2013 190000 mi US $150	brakes done as well as wheel bearing

Chevrolet Impala in Iowa, United States Nov 2013 - Jul 2018
Jun 2014 98000 mi US $1	Could not shift out of park.
Jul 2018 130000 mi US $30	Replaced blend door actuator motor

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Chevrolet Impala in Ontario, Canada Aug 2011 - Jan 2012
Sep 2011 32240 mi C $100	Check engine light came on. Was told it was an engine sensor. Pair $100 deductible under extended GM warranty.
Jan 2012 38440 mi	Airbag not functioning light came on twice. Mechanic reviewed, could not find reason, said to come back if it returns.

Chevrolet Impala in Connecticut, United States Sep 2012 - May 2016
Jun 2012 37000 mi US $4800	total rebuild of trans with heavier chain & cooling system added also temp gage in car.no warning thought I bumped out of gear,totally burnt.chevy did not put heavy enough trans in this car. would not reimburse wanted to put same trans in.

Chevrolet Impala in New York, United States Jan 2014 - Dec 2016
Jun 2014 92000 mi	Rack & Pinion leaking power steering fluid. It was found there to be a TSB concerning this issue. Parts ordered but researching further with a service department at the dealership to find appropriate action.
May 2015 100100 mi US $250	Corrosion on power steering lines. Replaced power steering hoses/lines. Replaced power steering pump and reservoir. Transmission leak from hose. Replaced both transmission hoses and cooler pipe fittings.
Oct 2016 111000 mi US $500	Replaced wheel hubs after getting service traction control and brake system errors. Also replaced struts. Codes still present, traction control still activates.
Dec 2016 111000 mi	Codes for traction control and brake system.

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Chevrolet Impala in Indiana, United States Nov 2014 - Jan 2015
Jan 2015	Transmission started to slip in 1st gear. Fluid was fine. No check engine light on. Two shops recommended transmission rebuild. Sold vehicle instead.

Chevrolet Impala in Tennessee, United States Mar 2011 - Dec 2015
Jun 2011 52000 mi	Gear shift would not come out of Park. Removed console,found broken black wire to shifter solenoid connector, removed contact from connector and resoldered wire. Reinstalled console. Repair complete.
Jun 2014 79000 mi	repaired broken wire on shifter solenoid which prevented shifter from moving from park position. This is the second time for this problem. The wires did not have much slack from the factory so I extended them by 5".
Sep 2014 82000 mi US $12	I had small leak at transmission cooler line connector at transmission. Besides the leak, car would hesitate from standstill and also surge at cruising speeds. Replacement of connector at transmission corrected both problems.
Jun 2015 90000 mi US $40	Check engine light came on. Engine ran normally. Remote start did not work. Scanned codes and found oil pressure sensor defective. Bought tool to replace sensor and new sensor. Replaced sensor and corrected both problems.

Chevrolet Impala in Minnesota, United States Mar 2008 - Mar 2013
Aug 2008 10320 mi	Tire pressure monitoring system and key fob transmitter. Repaired under bumper to bumper warranty.
Dec 2009 37295 mi	Intermediate steering shaft. Dealer repaired free of charge, although outside of bumper to bumper warranty.
Mar 2010 40862 mi US $155	Transmission cooler line (lower). Not included in powertrain warranty, cost of repair paid by owner.
May 2010 43010 mi	Leaking crankshaft timing cover seal, repair performed under powertrain warranty. Leaking crankshaft timing cover seal, repair performed under powertrain warranty.
Jul 2012 66500 mi	Coolant Crossover Gasket

Chevrolet Impala in Michigan, United States Aug 2011 - Apr 2012
Jun 2011 108000 mi US $125	Replced alternator
Jul 2011 109000 mi US $70	Replaced water pump Replace hazed over headlights Alignment
Sep 2011 115000 mi US $220	Rough idle, dealer said it was coolant sensor, replaced and problem still there, dealer said injectors, problem still there
Nov 2011 118000 mi US $200	Burned rear defogger wire Bad MAF sensor
Feb 2012 120500 mi US $200	Trans oil cooler bracket was rubbing against A/C condensor causing a hole so I replaced condenser
Apr 2012 123000 mi	Rough idle still occasionally present when sold. Was better and then back and then better and then back, no explanation.

Chevrolet Impala in Kansas, United States Jan 2014 - Mar 2018
Oct 2014 81142 mi US $365	antifreeze leak, replaced water cross over gaskets
Dec 2014 84283 mi US $176	oil leak, oil filter adapter gasket engine light, no 3 cyl mode, remote start not working, preplaced oil pressure sensor
Feb 2015 88259 mi US $417	engine light on, replaced spark plugs and wires as well as air filter, clean injectors
Mar 2015 92000 mi US $220	crank case seal oil leak engine mount replaced as well as front crank case oil seal and transmission cooler line fittings
Sep 2015 101371 mi US $140	engine light on, remot start not working, oil pressure sensor replaced for the second time oil leak, replaced front crank case seal
Dec 2015 105143 mi US $231	Engine running hot. Replaced thermostat
Feb 2016 110000 mi US $237	bad tire wear and shake, replaced tie rod end and wheel bearing hub assembly
Apr 2016 111632 mi US $493	wheel bearing replace and tie rod end replace
Jul 2016 114200 mi US $67	air not as cold as should be
Mar 2017 128000 mi US $120	There is a misfire on cylinder one. I've chosen not to repair it for now. The Chevy dealer says it is in the valve . . . best case scenario- a spring, but likely it's deeper in and the cost will be over $1500 to repair.

Chevrolet Impala in Michigan, United States Jun 2016 - Jul 2018
Jun 2016 222000 mi US $200	Blend Door Actuator (replaced all 3)

Chevrolet Impala in Minnesota, United States Mar 2010 - Jun 2013
Sep 2011 64000 mi	had to replace muffler. If I would have paid it would have cost $1100. Service rep felt that this should not have happened and got Chevrolet to pay for repair using my extended warranty.
Nov 2011 66000 mi	replace water pump it was leaking
Jun 2012 73000 mi US $220	replace worn tie rod and did wheel alignment

Chevrolet Impala in New York, United States - Aug 2009
Aug 2009 42000 mi	check engine light on emissions system evap sensor bad

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Chevrolet Impala in Michigan, United States Sep 2010 - Dec 2016
Feb 2011 99900 mi US $200	Water pump replaced at 99,700 miles, 300 miles away from the 100K warantee expiration. Performed by dealership. A rust spot on the trunk caused by a design flaw in the trim retainer, biting the paint away. Also some owner-caused scratch and dent fixed.
Oct 2011 114000 mi US $999	New Tie Rods, Alignment; New Front Wheel Bearings; New Front Brake Pads
Jan 2012 117000 mi US $1	Intermediate steering shaft was sticking. Internet research 2-hours, spraying teflon wax down the grease hole, 10 min. Problem cured.
Jan 2013 104500 mi	Getting intermittent fails from the front wheel speed sensors which are within the bearing assembly. Re-connected electrical connectors with dielectric grease within.
Apr 2013 142000 mi US $3300	4x Struts, Tie Rods. Preventive: Upper and Lower Hoses, Coolant Flush, Plugs and Wires, Serpentine Belt, Fuel Injection Cleaner. ABS system was malfunctioning. Ft. Wheel Bearing's sensor was the cause (must replace entire bearing), as was the harnessing to the sensors.
Mar 2014 165000 mi US $600	Replaced lower control arms, bushings shot, ball joints were ok. Replaced Say bar bushings, one was really deformed.
Dec 2014 184000 mi US $200	oil leak at filter housing
Sep 2015 205000 mi US $700	Tie-rods worn, front struts (Monroe, one making noise), lower control-arms (ball joints). Not included were 4 new tires. All parts were covered by parts warantee. Feels like a new car.

Chevrolet Impala in New York, United States Jul 2010 - Sep 2019
Jun 2012 59000 mi	Evap solenoid replaced
Mar 2014 84000 mi US $194	Alerted by dashboard warning message "Low Oil Level" Replaced Crank Seal.
Sep 2014 93000 mi US $207	Ck engine light. Replaced solenoid and pigtail.
Mar 2015 98000 mi	Headlight. Low beam.
Sep 2015 104000 mi US $170	Stabilizer links broken. (Identified during emissions/safety inspection.)
Sep 2016 115000 mi US $400	Sway bar (hollow, flattened ends) broken at one end. Replaced with solid sway bar.
Nov 2017 134500 mi US $60	Dashboard readout of tire pressures no longer showed pressure for 2 tires (both front). Sending units were replaced in front tires. Tires were rotated as routine maintenance. Dashboard reset initiated for tire pressure sending units.
Dec 2017 130300 mi	Tire air pressure sensors/system have not reset. Radio speakers (left side, both front and rear) started to intermittently lose volume, then consistently failed to work. This included the chime from the dashboard warnings (key-in-ignition, lights on, seat belt unfastened, etc.). Diagnosis (untested) was probable cold solder joint. This was not investigated further at this time.
Jun 2018 137000 mi US $20	Gas line nearly worn through from rubbing on adjacent part(s). Replaced tubing.

Chevrolet Impala in Illinois, United States May 2010 - Oct 2011
Jun 2010 36000 mi	Antifreeze bubbles violently after street traffic driving with AC on. Antifreeze is going low in a week. Warning lights flash and info- panel says turn off air conditioning. Not fixed - Antifreeze still goes low too fast when using Air Cond Left the car two days. Problem could not be duplicated. I was given instructions on how/when to add antifreeze. Antifreeze is disappearing. I guess due to violent bubbling after driving in street traffic with air conditioning on.
Jul 2010 37000 mi	Antifreeze disappearing.
Oct 2011 49000 mi	Check Engine Light and Runs Rough. Found Intake Valve Seat on Cylinder 5 dropped. Piston was gouged&broken. Head Gouged & Valve Damaged. Cylinder Wall scored with gouges. Instructed to replace engine Assembly under 5year 100,000 warranty Automatic Transmission Leak noticed by mechanic on earlier visits. Since engine assembly was replaced under warranty, I requested transmission flush and repair leak. Two fittings were replaced for $8.20 and $20.54 - Total cost was $350.

Chevrolet Impala in Ohio, United States Mar 2008 - May 2017
Jan 2008 29867 mi	Steering shaft on the passenger front of the car was making noise. Dealer replaced under warranty. No charge.
Jan 2013 96800 mi US $286	Starter needed to be replaced.
Apr 2013 99500 mi US $125	Noisy while driving, alignment during tire replacement showed tie rod end needed replaced on passenger side.
May 2016 122000 mi US $800	Intake manifold gasket leak. They also replaced the water pump at the same time.

Chevrolet Impala in Alberta, Canada Mar 2008 - Feb 2016
Jan 2008 8060 mi	Windshield Washer Fluid Pump failure, replaced under warranty.
Jul 2008 15500 mi	Brake Rotors Warped, repaired free of charge as per TSB
Mar 2013 70680 mi C $600	Axle Seal Leaking

Chevrolet Impala in Ohio, United States Apr 2016 - Aug 2019
Dec 2017 50000 mi US $150	NEW BATTERY INSTALLED

Chevrolet Impala in New York, United States Mar 2010 - Dec 2017
Dec 2011 63000 mi US $358	Emission system valve fault. Replaced along with gas cap which I knew needed to be replaced as it did not lock securely anymore.

Chevrolet Impala in Nebraska, United States Sep 2010 - Mar 2016
Oct 2012 75000 mi US $450	replace the water pump, serpentine belt and refill antifreeze.
Sep 2015 81000 mi US $1045	Replace both front wheel bearings and hubs.

Chevrolet Impala in Iowa, United States Oct 2012 - Jan 2016
Apr 2013 90800 mi US $450	Coolant leaking. Shop replaced some gaskets, charged for four hours time.
May 2014 110000 mi US $150	New muffler
Sep 2014 114000 mi US $20	Constant knocking/clicking noise under passenger side dash when HVAC was turned on. Replaced HVAC Heater Blend Door Actuator with AC-Delco PN 15-74122.
Jan 2016 85000 mi	Slow oil leak

Chevrolet Impala in Minnesota, United States Mar 2014 - Nov 2021
Aug 2015 55000 mi US $667	Replaced rear struts. Right side was broken, left side was replaced as preventative maintenance.
Jan 2018 89000 mi US $135	Wouldn't heat even though engine was warm. first attempt failed, took it to another shop and they fixed it right for 1/3 the cost. there was a bubble in the cooling system preventing hot coolant from getting to the heater core.
Jan 2020 110000 mi US $1500	Replaced plugs, thermostat, battery, other routine maint.
Feb 2020 115000 mi US $2700	Had to replace transmission due to severe slippage.

Chevrolet Impala in Indiana, United States Oct 2014 - Jan 2019
Sep 2016 113000 mi US $140	Front stabilizer bar cracked on passenger side. Grinding noise when going over bumps or turning right. Replaced stabilizer bar.

Chevrolet Impala in New York, United States May 2008 - Jun 2011
Jun 2008 37000 mi US $300	Faulty Steering Shaft Replaced
Dec 2008 45000 mi	Water Pump replaced under Warranty.
Apr 2010 60000 mi US $270	Tubes from Transmission going into radiator had to be replaced.
Jun 2010 65000 mi	1st, and 2nd gears replaced under warranty. Entire faulty transmission replaced under warranty.
Jul 2010 66000 mi	Replaced entire transmission under warranty
Mar 2011 70000 mi US $100	Had Solenoid Sensor replaced

Chevrolet Impala in Texas, United States Jun 2017 - Jun 2019
Nov 2017 194000 mi US $1400	Valve cover gasket leaking oil on starter caused starter time die. Replaced valve cover gasket and starter. Transmission jerks when starts from stop and when accelerating. Mechainc replaced transmission line, flushed coolant, and replaced filter. Still occurs, just not as severe or frequent.

Chevrolet Impala in Alaska, United States Sep 2013 - Sep 2014
Nov 2013 135600 mi	there are water marks on the parking pad all along the length of the exhaust system
Dec 2013 136000 mi	slow leaking tires
Jun 2014 138000 mi US $1400	crank arm seal and oil pan gasket
Sep 2014 141000 mi US $800	crank arm sensor rear window defoggers wire burnt

Chevrolet Impala in Indiana, United States Mar 2011 - Mar 2015
Jan 2015 158000 mi US $50	Oil pressure sending unit failure Evap solenoid replaced
Mar 2015 183000 mi	Vent door actuator needed to be replaced.

Chevrolet Impala in New York, United States Jun 2013 - Jul 2013
Jul 2013 52000 mi US $672	Secondary air injection pump failure,air injection air check valve failure,both items replaced by dealer.

Chevrolet Impala in Alabama, United States Jul 2013 - Aug 2013
Aug 2013 80000 mi US $750	steering rack replaced due to leaking

Chevrolet Impala in Illinois, United States Aug 2012 - Mar 2016
Jan 2016 93800 mi US $527	starter, starter, starter cable. car needed to be towed

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Chevrolet Impala in Ontario, Canada Dec 2010 - Jun 2011
Jun 2011 48980 mi C $348	Coolant crossover pipe Gaskets replaced $78 for parts $270 for labour.

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Chevrolet Monte Carlo in Illinois, United States Aug 2006 - Mar 2010
Sep 2006 5000 mi US $2	Power steering noise, dealership replaced p/s hose under warranty, 1 day later, same hose burst upon startup, spilling p/s fluid all over the driveway and engine compartment. towed back to dealership for same repair again.

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Chevrolet Impala in Utah, United States Mar 2008 - Mar 2010
Sep 2008 19000 mi	Found bad tire pressure sensor in right rear wheel.
Sep 2009 24000 mi	Moldings were coming off. Had them re-attached

Chevrolet Impala in New York, United States Oct 2006 - Sep 2011
Apr 2006 2000 mi	remote control receiver was replaced
Oct 2007 13000 mi	leak in cabin
Nov 2007 13200 mi	was having a leak problem, have returned for the third time. Dealer kept looking at the sun-roof the first two times. We agrred that it was the roof, it turned out to be in firewall/window shelf area. definately a factory issue which took two weeks to fi leak in cabin
Jan 2008 15000 mi	CD player stopped working Placed car under lemon law prior to fourth repair of leak. Factory sent to another dealer who identified that sunroof water tray was never drilled where hose fits onto fitting. They removed sunroof, drilled the hole and hopefully this will correct the pro Placed car under lemon law prior to fourth repair of leak. Factory sent to another dealer who identified that sunroof water tray was never drilled where hose fits onto fitting. They removed sunroof, drilled the hole and hopefully this will correct problem
Sep 2009 31000 mi	intermediate steering shaft replaced
Dec 2009 31000 mi	Transmission was intermittently slipping. Shop replaced leak in supply lines
Apr 2011 48000 mi US $1600	replaced cabin blower, cooling system fluid, front rotors and pads

Chevrolet Impala in California, United States Apr 2009 - Nov 2016
Jun 2009 34000 mi	Intermediate steering shaft clunk TPMS sensor errors Window regulators noisy, Power Seat motor noisy.
Oct 2014 241000 mi US $36	Replace oil pressure sending unit

Chevrolet Impala in Iowa, United States Jun 2011 - Jun 2012
May 2011 98000 mi US $800	Bad sensors; replaced
Jul 2011 106000 mi	"Customer Satisfaction" repair. Replaced power steering hose. No problem had been observed, so was preventative.

Chevrolet Impala in Ontario, Canada Sep 2007 - Nov 2008
Jan 2007 11160 mi	Tire pressure sensors were a big problem with the vehicle, and had to be replaced or reprogrammed every time the oil was changed (about every 3 months). There was usually one that wouldn't be working right after that amount of time.
Apr 2007 14880 mi	Had the tie rod ends prematurely wear (in my opinion) at about 24,000 kms. I treated the car gently, so I thought it was a bit early. GM said it's normal however and that they were getting newer cars with fewer kms in the shop for the same thing.

Chevrolet Impala in Ohio, United States Aug 2007 - Feb 2014
Mar 2009 28000 mi	Power steering failed - noticed loud noise when turning wheel, and fluid was leaking under car. Had to keep filling ps reservoir to drive it to dealership. Under warranty, dealer replaced a ps hose and "intermediate steering column."
Dec 2011 58000 mi	premature paint/finish degradation inside trim failure erroneous messages by the TPMS, erratic & unpredictable failures of the remote start – but we haven’t taken it to the shop because the primary driver of that car isn’t bothered by those failures.
Nov 2012 63100 mi US $55	Loud ticking coming from right side of dash. Diagnosed from internet search as a faulty HVAC vent motor. Removed glove box and replaced the bad motor.
Nov 2013 70600 mi US $175	Fixed oil leaks that showed up during year three.
Jan 2014 72000 mi	Paint/finish issues along the pillars between the side windows that appeared within the first 2 years (that never got addressed per warranty). Interior finish problems (the little "Impala" logo over the glove box fell off within the first year).

Chevrolet Impala in Michigan, United States Feb 2010 - Apr 2010
Mar 2010 82000 mi US $500	Vehicle DIC (Driver Info Center) displayed "Engine Hot / A/C Off" and temp gauge dropped to zero. With no temp gauge, it was decided it was best to have it towed. Dealer replaced: Temp sensor Returned 2 week later for reflash of computer. Transmission was shifting funny, in particular when shifting into drive after backing up. Dealer rebuilt transmission.

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Chevrolet Impala in Ontario, Canada Apr 2007 - Dec 2022
Aug 2007 16623 mi	RCDLR module and antenna, RKE Transmitter (Controls TPS, auto start,remotes) Replaced under warranty
Oct 2007 17730 mi	Emission canister vent solenoid-Replaced under Warranty
Nov 2007 18268 mi	K7536 Clutch input. R&R transmission, replaced Input housing, resealed and replaced.
Sep 2009 27280 mi C $300	Replaced right front/rear door window appliques. Reason: degradation of finish caused by environmental elements.
Jan 2010 36740 mi C $1130	Water pump and coolant crossover gaskets developed bad leak aand were replaced with all cost paid by owner.
Dec 2011 34100 mi C $400	Clunking steering. Replaced internediate steering shaft with modified GM replacement.
Feb 2017 43400 mi	Replaced both mufflers. Originals had seam on top and faied at spot weld of seam.
Nov 2019 48050 mi C $340	Sway bar (factory hollow) broke at crimped end. Replaced with solid larger diameter sway bar to prevent recurance.

Chevrolet Impala in Iowa, United States Nov 2007 - Jul 2012
Dec 2007 35000 mi	Power steering pump was failing and was replaced. Head gasket was leaking not allowing hot air to blow and defrost the windshield. Rubber piece on trunk lid was missing. 2 pieces in the trunk that hold on a plastic piece were missing. Scratch above rear passenger side wheel that was there when I bought the car. Tie rods were replaced and the car was realigned.
Apr 2008 39000 mi US $365	The intermediate shaft was replaced. The grease had "evaporated" out I was told.
Mar 2010 63000 mi US $209	Tire pressure sensor
May 2010 65000 mi US $30	Cooling line fitting.
Sep 2010 70000 mi US $375	Water pump replaced. Serpintine belt replaced.
Mar 2011 77000 mi US $250	Thermostat replaced

Chevrolet Impala in Tennessee, United States Sep 2011 - Sep 2013
Oct 2012 115500 mi US $50	I have to replace the solenoid for the gear selector.
Jan 2013 118000 mi US $524	Power steering hose had a leak which led to the power steering pump failure.

Chevrolet Impala in Tennessee, United States Oct 2011 - Dec 2012
Feb 2012 84200 mi US $183	Waterpump replaced at 83000 miles

Chevrolet Impala in New York, United States Sep 2007 - Mar 2010
Nov 2007 38000 mi US $900	Check engine light on (then off, then back on) plus sporadic warnings to tighten gas-cap - which was tight! Needed new sensor(s) . Replaced Remote Key-Less Entry receiver and keyfobs.

Chevrolet Impala in Georgia, United States Oct 2010 - Jun 2011
Nov 2010 61000 mi US $200	Water pump failed causing the drive belt to shred.

Chevrolet Impala in New York, United States Oct 2007 - Mar 2010
Jun 2008 39000 mi	Steering pump excessive noise. Replaced steering pump

Chevrolet Impala in Delaware, United States Jun 2013 - Sep 2013
Sep 2013 76000 mi US $200	When leaving from a stop, it felt like the trans shifted in to neutral and then slammed back into drive.

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Chevrolet Impala in Ontario, Canada Feb 2012 - Mar 2012
Mar 2012 45260 mi C $800	steering shaft was replaced

Chevrolet Impala in Louisiana, United States Feb 2014 - Feb 2018
Mar 2014 158000 mi US $502	The hub containing the ball bearings broke and the bearings were all over the ground. The front passenger's side axle had to be replaced as well.

Chevrolet Impala in South Carolina, United States Dec 2012 - Mar 2015
Oct 2013 94700 mi	Radiator was flushed and new coolant was added. The shop instructed me to drive around and carefully monitor it. They said that I MAY need a new radiator.
Dec 2013 98000 mi US $350	The water pump was leaking, causing a coolant leak and it was replaced.
Mar 2015 117000 mi	Oil leak around the oil filter. Persisted through many oil changes. Learned just before car sold that only would have cost about $150 to fix.

Chevrolet Impala in Ontario, Canada Mar 2016 - Apr 2016
Apr 2016 186000 mi C $100	Brake line was leaking.

Chevrolet Impala in Michigan, United States Aug 2010 - Sep 2011
Apr 2010 120000 mi US $630	Replaced water pump

Chevrolet Impala in Idaho, United States May 2006 - Mar 2010
Apr 2006 500 mi	Replacement of heater lines as part of TSB for reduction of noise coupled into cabin from EVAP Purge Valve operation. Prior to this repair a tapping noise could be heard though the firewall when the EVAP Purge Valve was activated. This noise was just a

Chevrolet Impala in Indiana, United States Nov 2015 - Mar 2021
Nov 2015 161000 mi US $1450	rebuild transmission
Mar 2019 199575 mi US $600	replace front struts
May 2019 200800 mi US $250	replace power steering pump
Jul 2020 209000 mi US $360	replace exhaust pipe and mufflers

Chevrolet Impala in Illinois, United States Oct 2014 - Jul 2015
Feb 2015 87200 mi US $450	Replaced cooling pump and drive belt due to leak Replace both front control arms w/ ball joints and sway bars with links.

Chevrolet Impala in Michigan, United States Dec 2006 - Mar 2010
Jul 2006 1520 mi	1. Key could not be removed from ignition - replaced actuator plunger assembly. 2. Squealing Front Pass Door Window - needed to be reset on track and lubed.
Jul 2007 17600 mi	1. Rear Window Defrost inoperable due to bad ground. 2. Squealing Front Pass Door Window - needed to be reset on track and lubed. 3. Front and Rear Disc Rotors warped - needed to be turned. 4. RKE Fob unlock graphic warn - replaced Fob.

Chevrolet Impala in Virginia, United States Mar 2008 - Jan 2013
Mar 2011 100000 mi US $180	water pump leaking coolant
Jun 2012 124000 mi US $60	the right outer tie rod end was found to be worn, ordered a new one and installed it.

Chevrolet Impala in Pennsylvania, United States Nov 2007 - May 2010
Feb 2007 7500 mi	Loud engine whine...whine increased/decreased with engine RPM's. Dealer diagnosed as a failure of the power steering pressure hose. Common Impala problem in cold climates. Replaced and repaired per TSB under warranty.
Jun 2008 28000 mi	Vibration/rattle in driver's side dashboard. Removed dash "endcap". Tightened all visible screws and bolts. Replaced "endcap". Vibration/rattle signficantly reduced.
Aug 2008 30000 mi	Driver's side exterior B-Pillar trim pieces (appliques) delaminating/discoloring. Dealer stated they will look at and confirm it is a workmanship issue and possibly replace under warranty. No immediate action taken at this point.
Oct 2008 32000 mi US $500	Vibration and surging while braking-dealer resurfaced all four rotors. Steering wheel off center and vehicle pulled right-dealer performed four-wheel alignment Knock/clunk in steering column-dealer replaced Intermediate Steering Shaft under warranty.
Nov 2008 34000 mi	Car experienced massive coolant loss. Noticed coolant covering engine and underside of hood. Saw Dex-cool running down the back of the fan/radiator. Dealer pressure tested cooling system and replaced water pump under warranty. Seems OK after repair.
Jun 2009 43000 mi	Prominent buzz coming from driver's side dash. Inserted packing foam into gap between dash and a-pillar. Buzz eliminated.

Chevrolet Impala in Ontario, Canada Mar 2011 - Apr 2015
Apr 2011 140740 mi C $120	damaged wire to transmission sensor

Chevrolet Impala in Arkansas, United States Mar 2010 - Jun 2010
May 2010 67000 mi US $200	transmission cooler line coupler leaking fluid in driveway drivers side heater didn't heat, ran diagnostic test(75.00), decided it was passenger side actuator valve that needed to be replaced...wanted another 400 dollars to replace due to location in dash. Bought the "Chinese Made" part for 30.00;

Chevrolet Impala in New Jersey, United States Sep 2008 - Apr 2014
Apr 2009 57000 mi	replace power steering hose
Sep 2009 64000 mi US $400	steering shaft
Jul 2010 80000 mi US $172	Check valve for fuel tank vent replaced. Onstar diagnosed
Feb 2012 114000 mi US $450	Water pump leaking, serpentine belt and upper and lower radiator hoses also replaced preventively
Dec 2013 152000 mi US $485	WATER PUMP SEIZED

Chevrolet Impala in Ohio, United States Aug 2010 - Jun 2011
Sep 2010 143000 mi US $943	Replaced transmission solenoids

Chevrolet Impala in Minnesota, United States Aug 2010 - Dec 2012
Jan 2011	Car would not heat while in idle, we bled the hoses from the heater core and it fixed the problem.
Dec 2011 68000 mi US $120	Had to replace water pump.
May 2012 72700 mi US $100	Had to replace the battery.

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Chevrolet Impala in Georgia, United States Jun 2010 - Jun 2011
Aug 2010 63000 mi US $3200	overheated, blown headgasket

Chevrolet Impala in Texas, United States Jul 2014 - Jul 2015
Jul 2015 151000 mi US $100	Would not shift into second gear and had to replace transmission the accelerator sensor was bad

Chevrolet Impala in Texas, United States Apr 2012 - May 2012
May 2012 183000 mi US $75	Water pump leak. Replaced pump.

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Chevrolet Impala in Connecticut, United States May 2013 - Apr 2014
Nov 2013 59600 mi US $1700	Rack and Pinion Rack, Power Steering Pump and all lines had to be replaced!

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Chevrolet Impala in Michigan, United States May 2013 - Mar 2017
Dec 2013 74000 mi US $250	temperature gauge not working- replaced sensor and thermostat.
Feb 2014 75700 mi US $175	Water pump leaking- replaced
Aug 2014 82600 mi US $60	heater not blowing hot, coolant flushed, heater core backflushed and replaced dexcool with universal coolant
Nov 2014 87000 mi US $275	Replaced heater core- flushing did not resolve no heat problem, only lasted for a short time. Heater core plugged.
Feb 2016 108000 mi	Replace starter Replace cooling lines from transmission to radiator
Mar 2016 110000 mi US $350	Oil pan gasket leaking- replaced
Nov 2016 117300 mi US $615	Intake manifold gasket leaking, plastic elbows by intake manifold leaking

Chevrolet Impala in Massachusetts, United States Dec 2013 - Jan 2015
Apr 2014 141500 mi US $1200	Cpu under passengers seat front crash sensor
Jan 2015 137000 mi	Traction failure

Chevrolet Impala in Michigan, United States Jul 2014 - Aug 2015
Mar 2015 139000 mi US $500	Car quits upon starting, replaced throttle position sensor. Problem persists.

Chevrolet Impala in Michigan, United States May 2010 - Nov 2016
Mar 2010 54000 mi US $475	Speedometer broken, replaced gauge cluster. Now works great.
Oct 2010 63500 mi US $600	Replaced right rear axle hub as it had gone bad, triggering Service Traction System and ABS lights. Also replaced battery.
Dec 2010 65862 mi US $437	Every single light was flickering randomly. Mechanic couldn't replicate problem, but driver's door lock mechanism failed. However, did not fix the problem.
Mar 2012 88429 mi US $1037	Replaced transmission valve body.
Jun 2013 102000 mi US $43	Exhaust resonator was replaced
Jun 2014 110000 mi US $217	Fan motor was not working. Replaced fan motor.
Nov 2014 115400 mi US $264	Speed sensor went bad. Left front wheel bearing replaced.
Feb 2016 134000 mi US $311	Serpentine belt replaced Brake fluid flushed. Still running original brake fluid after 134k
Apr 2016 134500 mi US $1460	Upper and lower intake coolant leak. Replaced intake manifold, gaskets, spark plugs & wires, coolant elbows, thermostat, coolant flush and oil change.
Jun 2016 137000 mi US $1010	Replaced the front struts. Replaced right half shaft.
Nov 2016 142000 mi US $540	The two rear hubs were replaced as the left had failed, right starting to fail.

Chevrolet Impala in Michigan, United States Dec 2015 - Mar 2016
Jan 2016 134000 mi US $1500	Speed Sensor on drivers side was replaced

Chevrolet Impala in Ontario, Canada Dec 2013 - Oct 2017
Jan 2016 C $600	Heater fan stopped working - took several days to access and replace

Chevrolet Impala in Wisconsin, United States Jan 2016 - Jan 2016
Jan 2016 171000 mi	Head gasket

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Chevrolet Impala in Missouri, United States Dec 2013 - Dec 2014
Dec 2014 123000 mi US $3000	Heads gasket Seals leaked causing the heads to be warped. All the sensors bad 2 times And the motor & tranny mount have both been broken causing the tranny to slip.

Chevrolet Impala in Michigan, United States May 2011 - Dec 2015
Aug 2011 55625 mi	Tightened battery terminals to stop "Security" message.
May 2013 73000 mi US $51	Replaced leaking fuel pressure regulator.
Aug 2013 73729 mi US $600	Gas pressure regulator and fuel pump Hard starting. Replaced fuel pressure regulator, then fuel pump. Replaced fuel pressure regulator again, problem solved.

Chevrolet Impala in Missouri, United States Jul 2013 - Mar 2016
Jun 2014 142000 mi US $1000	Catalytic converter replaced. TSB.
Apr 2015 149300 mi US $500	The air conditioning stopped working. Had the compressor, lines, and dryer replaced.

Chevrolet Impala in Florida, United States - Jan 2010
Jan 2006 25000 mi	Bad serpentine belt. Covered under warranty.
Jan 2010 34555 mi US $288	Dealer replaced intermediate steering shaft

Chevrolet Impala in Wisconsin, United States Jun 2015 - Jul 2015
Jul 2015 185000 mi US $400	tie rod replaced fuel regulator leaking serpentine belt replaced

Chevrolet Impala in New York, United States Nov 2014 - Apr 2015
Nov 2014 150000 mi US $75	Fuel filter was replaced Blower motor replaced
Apr 2015 155000 mi US $160	Harmonic Balancer and Serpentine Belt replaced.

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Chevrolet Monte Carlo in Michigan, United States - Mar 2007
Mar 2007 36146 mi US $21000	Steering wheel control buttons, battery.

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Chevrolet Impala in Washington, United States Mar 2014 - Jun 2017
Mar 2014 140000 mi	heater core went out, took 6 hrs todo it abs and traction control always goes off computers stopped responding to each other which made the anti theft system shut car down, no start key got stuck in ignition, replaced lock cylinder and ignition coolant leak, found huge crack in the reservoir puddle on passenger side floor from clogged drain wiring harness under hood had been rubbing against belt which lead to a wiring mess and nothing working properly in car all gauges stopped working except the gas gauge

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Chevrolet Impala in South Carolina, United States Dec 2008 - Jan 2015
Mar 2010 72000 mi US $475	Transmission dropped into neutral when stopped at a light. Trans. was dropped and a new solenoid was installed.
Aug 2011 92000 mi US $400	Speedometer and tachometer stopped working. Entire instrument cluster had to be replaced.
Oct 2012 113000 mi	Security light comes on, engine will not start. Security system thinks car is being stolen. Problem still not fixed. Happens periodically. Reliability of car in question.
Jul 2014 131800 mi	Security problem. Computer not recognizing ignition key. Could not start car. Both computers replaced at my expense by Chevy dealer.
Jan 2015 126000 mi	The sending unit in the gas tank must be replaced as the gas gauge always reads full. That part alone costs approximately $850.00. That was really the last straw.

Chevrolet Impala in New Jersey, United States Dec 2006 - Mar 2010
Jan 2006 36000 mi	Front right hub replaced
Nov 2006 36000 mi	Driver's side mirror motor died. Mirror replaced. Steering tie rods repacked with grease making knocking noise. 2 twice within 18 months. Acuator for the door locks died, replaced. Brake rotors resurfaced due to warping. Brake job at 16,000 miles.
Jul 2009 93000 mi	Replaced transmission.
Aug 2009 94000 mi	Bad fuel injector.

Chevrolet Impala in Michigan, United States Jun 2007 - Jun 2018
Jul 2007 45000 mi	Catalytic converter and left front fog light replaced under used car bumper to bumper warranty
Sep 2016 94000 mi US $11	The typical 3800 plastic coolant elbows were cracked & leaking, we'll one was. Dealer wanted $300, I replaced them with aluminum ones from NAPA for $11.
Oct 2016 94200 mi US $25	Drivers side blend door actuator failed, common for this car. Dealer wanted $300. Bought part on Amazon for $25 and did it myself.

Chevrolet Impala in Iowa, United States Dec 2008 - Mar 2018
Jan 2009 46000 mi US $300	replaced both front wheel bearings
Dec 2011 78000 mi US $140	needed alignment so I took it to shop. Shop said it needed wheel bearing and tie rod end. He wanted $608.00 so I said I'll do it myself. I bought moog parts for $140.00 and installed in less than 2 hours and returned it to alignment shop.
May 2013 86000 mi US $157	R & R combo switch on steering wheel because I could not switch on hi beams. this a common problem on impalas of this vintage. replaced wiring ext harness on left front wheel for abs sensor. problem remains.
Jun 2013 87000 mi	replaced the drivers window switch and the passengers window switch with ones I already had.
Apr 2014 91200 mi US $65	Replaced factory exhaust resonator.It was separated along the top seam. The remainder of the system was still in good condition
Sep 2014 94000 mi US $80	Radio lost the AM band so I replaced it with a new kenwood. I could not get it to work until I found out I needed to connect the antenna wire to the orange wire to power the factory amp
Apr 2015 95500 mi US $5	Radio suddenly lost audio. After some testing I discovered the power wire to the amp in the trunk was broken somewhere. I located the problem at the splice under the rear passenger seat carpet. The splice was corroded and disconnected ...
Mar 2016 100000 mi US $100	plastic elbows from water pump to heater hoses ruptured blowing coolant all over engine
Apr 2017 103000 mi US $80	replaced blower motor and added shield to cowl to keep rain water from entering cabin and shorting out this part
Jun 2017 104000 mi US $40	Replaced Blower control module because it only started the blower when it felt like it. Now blower operates like it should.

Chevrolet Impala in South Carolina, United States Nov 2009 - Jun 2011
Dec 2009 4000 mi US $50	unreliable as to when car starts properly, fixed with new ignition chip

Chevrolet Impala in Connecticut, United States Sep 2011 - Oct 2017
Jun 2012 107000 mi US $400	Broken rear anti-sway bar needed to be replaced. Replaced leaking transmission hose Replaced radio control buttons on the steering wheel due to their labels being cracked/worn off.
Sep 2015 162000 mi US $600	Resonator part of the exhaust system was replaced due to hole in it which made for loud noise. Replacement of front anti-sway bar
Oct 2016 178800 mi US $1500	replacement of the a/c system

Chevrolet Impala in Virginia, United States Nov 2011 - Aug 2012
Mar 2012 117000 mi	Replaced passenger side tie-rod end.
Aug 2012 125000 mi	Cannot engage transmission.

Chevrolet Impala in New York, United States Dec 2015 - Jan 2017
Dec 2015 110000 mi	Vehicle died in driveway, until then no symptoms, towed again to repair shop. Diagnosis, small misfire caused catalytic converter to die,cat changed, plugs and wires replaced. Dashboard has left me without a speedometer and gas gauge. $850 to replace work not done cannot afford. Ran perfectly until the fuel pressure valve died. Again replaced .

Chevrolet Impala in South Carolina, United States Jul 2013 - Jun 2016
Sep 2013 149000 mi US $279	wiper mechanical drive linkage broken speedometer,temp. gages stopped working
Oct 2013 149500 mi	faulty passlock system keeps engine from starting
Apr 2014 154300 mi US $298	pass system, h&v control,

Chevrolet Impala in Michigan, United States Dec 2008 - Jun 2012
Jan 2009 64000 mi US $258	This vehicle has dual zone climate control. The control motor for the blend door in the driver's zone was not working, resulting in no heat on the driver's side.
Apr 2009 64000 mi US $100	Right front wheel bearing was noisy.
Jul 2010 79000 mi US $2078	Transmission slipped, planetary gears and clutches damaged.
Jul 2011 92500 mi US $850	RELPLACED 4 STRUTS AND 2 LOWER CONTROL ARMS
Oct 2011 100000 mi US $150	RESONATOR REPLACED
May 2012 109900 mi US $110	replaced left front wheel bearing

Chevrolet Impala in Ohio, United States Nov 2015 - Dec 2016
Nov 2015 125000 mi US $400	Wheel bearing was shot. It was replaced.
Dec 2016 137000 mi US $3500	Catastrophic fire while sitting in parking lot. Engine compartment fire started at battery and totaled car.

Chevrolet Impala in Tennessee, United States Feb 2014 - Feb 2014
Feb 2014 251000 mi US $98	Shoe was locking on after use of the parking brake. Mechanic adjusted shoe.

Chevrolet Impala in Indiana, United States Aug 2018 - Aug 2019
Aug 2018 203000 mi US $1700	Repairs made to transmission. Car stopped on the road. Put in to gear and it did not move.
Jul 2019 205000 mi US $650	Catylitic converter

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Chevrolet Impala in New Mexico, United States Apr 2010 - Feb 2020
May 2010 48000 mi US $100	Drivers window motor cable broke.
Jan 2012 55000 mi US $124	Drivers side passenger power window failed. Had to replace the power window assembly.
Aug 2013 65100 mi	car would not start. Good bat. Dealer could not duplicate. This is intermittent.
Apr 2016 98500 mi US $100	Window regulator lr
Sep 2018 137000 mi US $129	Window regulator driver front replaced
Mar 2019 146000 mi	Window Regulator

Chevrolet Impala in Pennsylvania, United States May 2010 - Jan 2011
Jul 2010 220000 mi US $165	Replaced wheel hubs on front - the one on the passenger side was under warranty from last yr. Third time now since buying vehicle on the passenger side -least it was still under warranty

Chevrolet Impala in Colorado, United States May 2009 - Jan 2011
Jun 2009 76000 mi	Problem with Dexcool gelling, went in for flush noticed that water pump had evidence of leaking. R&R water pump and thermostat while having complete system flush to get rid of gelled dexcool. Check engine light, code leaky fuel vapor system. Diagnosed as possibly due to aftermarket locking gas cap.

Chevrolet Impala in Ontario, Canada Jul 2010 - Apr 2011
Aug 2010 65080 mi C $150	Water pump. At dealer would have cost 390. replaced water pump
Oct 2010 66960 mi C $73	4-way flash button assembly, part ordered to install myself. Dealer wanted 300. I yanked the part out of the dash, disconnected from the wire, reconnected the new wire to the new part, and plugged it back in. Good as new. No cost to replace.
Apr 2011 68200 mi C $300	muffler

Chevrolet Impala in Massachusetts, United States Feb 2010 - Jun 2011
Dec 2010 172000 mi US $475	no low beam headlights, headlight switch mounted on column replaced

Chevrolet Impala in New York, United States Feb 2005 - Jun 2011
Jan 2005 7550 mi	LOOSE ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR REAR DEFROSTER. PUSHED CLIP TIGHT MYSELF AND CORRECTED PROBLEM.
Jul 2005 13840 mi	DIAGNOSE AND REPLACE BOTH REAR BRAKE ROTORS DUE TO HEAVY DELAMINATION, NEC TO REPLACE PADS DUE TO UNEVEN WEAR. REPLACED ONE REAR LEFT BRAKE HUB DUE TO EXCESSIVE RUN OUT. COVERED UNDER WARRANTY.
Jan 2007 25672 mi	DEALER LUBED INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT PER TECHNICAL BULLETIN
Jun 2007 30736 mi US $123	BRAKE PULSATION. DIAG AND RESURFACE BOTH FRT ROTORS AT NO CHARGE. SERVICE FRONT BRAKE CALIPER SLIDES AND REPLACED FRT BRAKE PADS. STILL PULSATE AT 30754 MILES. RESURFACE BOTH REAR ROTORS N/C. RE-BALANCE FRT WHEELS, ALIGNMENT CHECKED OK.
Jul 2007 30770 mi US $8	HEAVY WATER ACCUMULATION FRONT PASSENGER FLOOR AREA UNDER GLOVE BOX-REPLACED CABIN AIR FILTER DEFLECTOR STRIP MYSELF. GM PART IS 10388810. CABIN AIR FILTER WAS REPLACED AT 8000 MILES AND 30180 MILES. FILTER COST $28.90. FRAM # C25245
Feb 2008 36066 mi	Lower transmission cooler line slight leaking from pressed crimped metal end near rubber hose end.
Dec 2009 61000 mi US $250	new front and rear brake pads and rotors, normal wear
Oct 2010 72000 mi US $1900	lower transmission line replaced-other one replaced as was in the way of replacement replaced lower radiator hose, antifreeze flushed replaced one leaky fuel injector, upper/lower intake manifold gaskets, new serpentine belt, spark plugs and wires replaced, oil and filter changed with syn oil replaced lower radiator hose, antifreeze flushed

Chevrolet Impala in Maryland, United States Dec 2008 - Mar 2014
Feb 2010 62000 mi US $400	Car needed new coolant hoses and a transmission flush.

Chevrolet Impala in Ontario, Canada Dec 2014 - Apr 2015
Dec 2014 189100 mi C $250	Front driver side wheel bearing replaced because of noise. Unfortunately was not the cause of the noise.
Jan 2015 C $340	Exhaust fell off. Necessary to replace system from resonator all the way to the end.

Chevrolet Impala in Wisconsin, United States Jan 2015 - Oct 2015
Jan 2015 137000 mi US $150	Security light, replaced ignition switch
Mar 2015 140000 mi	Parasitic drain on the battery, found it to be the auto dimming rearview mirror, have unplugged mirror and problem has disappeared.

Chevrolet Impala in Wisconsin, United States Mar 2015 - Jun 2015
May 2015 129000 mi US $2100	Head gasket

Chevrolet Impala in Pennsylvania, United States Apr 2017 - Apr 2018
Mar 2018 104000 mi US $550	Battery and Alternator both needed to be replaced

Chevrolet Impala in Idaho, United States Mar 2013 - Apr 2013
Apr 2013 154000 mi	My husband replaced the head gasket and 1 air flow sensor.

Chevrolet Impala in Ohio, United States Jul 2010 - Jul 2012
Apr 2011 79500 mi US $280	Worn rear wheel bearing. Both rear hubs replaced. $280.
Apr 2012 97800 mi US $600	Struts all four corners. Rear rotors replaced.

Chevrolet Impala in New Jersey, United States Mar 2013 - Nov 2013
Apr 2013 100000 mi US $109	Taken to Parks Chevrolet in Charlotte, NC due to lengthy repairs caused by dex-cool antifreeze. The Dex-cool antifreeze turned into sludge which has eaten through and resulted in the replacement of 3 thermostats, thermal sensor, radiator,etc

Chevrolet Impala in Pennsylvania, United States Mar 2011 - Jan 2016
Jan 2012 30000 mi US $125	Two tie rod ends.
Jul 2013 34200 mi US $65	right rear emergency brake cable broke at caliper, replaced with new cable
Sep 2013 35000 mi US $85	replaced battery
Nov 2013 35000 mi US $95	replaced 1 horn.
Dec 2014 39000 mi US $78	left front wheel bearing rusted from the back side and went bad.
Oct 2015 41000 mi US $301	sway bar connection rusted and broke off. causing loud thumping noise.
Jan 2016 41000 mi US $350	Rear brake caliper froze up and ruined the rotor. Decided to replace all rear calipwrs, rotors,pads,and hoses.

Chevrolet Impala in California, United States Dec 2010 - Sep 2012
Sep 2012 120000 mi US $500	Metal Shavings left in one corner of the engine block erroded a large pit in the head which eventually blew through the head gasket seal, necessitating a complete Head Job. After 80K Warranty ended of course.

Chevrolet Impala in Texas, United States Jun 2012 - May 2013
May 2013 113000 mi	Transmission slipping.

Chevrolet Impala in Maine, United States Sep 2012 - Oct 2012
Oct 2012 206000 mi US $30	replaced resonator.. had to modify to fit right bought at Advanced and go back because gasket didnt come with new one.. fuel pressure sensor replaced

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Chevrolet Impala in Wisconsin, United States Sep 2010 - Jun 2018
Dec 2010 134000 mi US $50	Catalytic converter replaced
Mar 2013 162000 mi US $200	Intake manifold gaskets Valve cover gaskets
Nov 2015 195000 mi US $100	Ignition module, plug wires and coil replaced.
Dec 2016 209000 mi US $150	Replaced wheel bearing/sensor and cable.
Jan 2017 211000 mi US $50	Replaced abs cable
Nov 2017 226000 mi US $100	Water pump replace
Jun 2018 233000 mi US $20	AC needed recharge, but still not functioning at normal level. (Not very cold.)

Chevrolet Impala in Colorado, United States Aug 2013 - Nov 2014
Aug 2013 91000 mi US $583	Coolant leak - intake manifold gasket replaced Front strut assembly worn - new front struts installed.
Sep 2013 92000 mi US $475	Ignition, but car would not start. Mass air flow sensor had failed and was replaced.
Nov 2013 93000 mi	Steering whine: Coolant level was low. Refilled coolant, steering rack has a leak.
Mar 2014 96000 mi US $450	Difficulty starting and power loss while driving. Ignition switch was faulty and replaced.
Nov 2014 102000 mi	Update: steering leak never reappeared.

Chevrolet Impala in Illinois, United States Apr 2012 - Jun 2017
May 2014 87000 mi US $200	Worn tie rod. Replaced Aligned
Dec 2014 89000 mi US $185	Would not hold charge
May 2015 91000 mi US $300	Check engine light
Jun 2016 95000 mi US $131	Evaporative purge valve

Chevrolet Impala in Florida, United States Aug 2010 - Jun 2011
Sep 2010 113000 mi US $2299	I noticed that my car was not accelerating as I wanted it to or it was doing a "catch up" ocassionally when I hit the gas. The jolt with the "catch up" sometimes felt like I was being hit from behind.

Chevrolet Impala in New York, United States Nov 2012 - Sep 2013
Sep 2013 108000 mi	Transmission cracked. Car had to be put down by horse veteranarian.

Chevrolet Impala in Ontario, Canada Apr 2011 - Jan 2017
Apr 2012 158720 mi C $95	Loose wheel bearing. Replaced hub.
Aug 2012 165580 mi C $120	Getting harder to start and battery would not hold charge, even after being on a charger overnight.
Mar 2015 199020 mi C $75	Replaced cable for front right ABS sensor.
Sep 2015 204600 mi C $35	The engine cooling overheat warning came on & steam came out from under the hood. Turns out the block heater element had popped out & all of the coolant was lost. The retention bar had corroded away. Replace with a new element & coolant.
May 2016 210660 mi C $180	Loud noise coming from front, increasing with speed. Replaced both front hubs (one was a lot worse than the other but decided to do both just in case). Driver's window would be reluctant to go back up. Had to fiddle with it to get it moving. Replaced driver's window switch.

Chevrolet Impala in Ontario, Canada Aug 2008 - Sep 2010
May 2008 64195 mi C $244	Horn was going off when starting the car. The BCM was found to be at fault, but replacement was expensive. A less costly fix was made to disable the wire from the BCM to the horn relay, making the horn inoperative except from the steering wheel.
Nov 2008 70937 mi C $619	ABS sensor in left front hub assembly was shorting out causing the ABS warning light to stay on and the traction control to engage at times for no reason. Replaced the hub assembly.
Dec 2008 71873 mi	Fuel filter changed and fuel injectors cleaned. Catalytic convertor replaced under warranty. It was likely fouled due to other contributing problems and set the check engine light on.
Sep 2010 85560 mi C $460	Replacement of several small light bulbs inside dash components, including radio, HVAC controls and steering wheel cruise control.

Chevrolet Impala in Indiana, United States Feb 2013 - Mar 2013
Mar 2013 133000 mi US $85	headlights, driving lights, and no brights, battery drained overnight.

Chevrolet Impala in New York, United States - Oct 2007
Oct 2007 112000 mi US $150	REPLACE PLUGGED CATALYTIC CONVERTER

Chevrolet Impala in Ontario, Canada Sep 2014 - Sep 2019
Feb 2016 71080 mi C $365	Hazard light switch replaced because turn signals working intermittently.
Mar 2016 71300 mi C $325	Section of stainless steel exhaust system replaced. First repair to this system.
Oct 2017 75120 mi	The ABS light started coming on with traction control off. Research indicates that the ABS system failed and that the cause is often difficult to pinpoint resulting in costly repairs. I loved the ABS brake system but at the moment have decided to pump them myself when roads are icy. The struts are also pretty loose and we are living with that for the moment as well.
Jun 2018 76260 mi C $525	Technically, the automobile was not at fault. The car refused to start because 9 wires had been chewed by an unidentified rodent. Included in this amount was time spent diagnosing the ABS/ traction control malfunction( sensor failure on left rear wheel) and the occasional malfunction of drivers side airbag( sensor). The air bag issue will definitely be repaired in the near future. The cruise control occasionally refuses to work and the car occasionally stalls immediately after starting and both of those issue will be addressed if and when they worsen. Diagnosis of ABS/ traction control failure, previously mentioned. A sensor located in the rear left wheel, included with or on bearing is faulty and will cost $370 to repair. May or may not be repaired. Intermittent driver side air bag malfunction diagnosed as a faulty sensor($320).

Chevrolet Impala in North Carolina, United States Jun 2014 - Jan 2015
Dec 2014 129000 mi US $250	Leak in cooling system, replaced hoses, reservoir.
Jan 2015 127000 mi	ignition switch recall - affecting AC / fan power as well

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Chevrolet Impala in New York, United States Aug 2010 - Aug 2012
Sep 2010 133000 mi US $2225	Purchased car with CEL on, would not pass NYS inspection. Replaced 2 O2 sensors, plugs/wires. Replaced Catalytic Converter. Also repaired coolant leak caused by intake manifold and hoses. New thermostat, fuel filter, oil change, new tires.
Oct 2011 143200 mi US $490	Observed coolant under hood and coolant loss. Shop found water pump was leaking. Heard metallic squeaking sound from wheel when turning right, went away then eventually became constant hum at highway speeds. Shop found failed driver side front wheel bearing.
Feb 2012 144900 mi US $450	Hole in exhaust pipe after catalytic converter, exhaust very loud. Entire exhaust system after cat replaced. Check engine light (MIL) on. Shop replaced catalytic converter under part warranty and reset computer, MIL has remained off. No parts or labor charge for this repair.
May 2012 146200 mi US $55	Weld in exhaust system broke, muffler totally disconnected and pipe hanging down, shop fixed under warranty. Fuel filter seeping, shop would not perform welding without first replacing filter.

Chevrolet Impala in Florida, United States Jun 2013 - Apr 2017
Jan 2015 206000 mi US $600	Wheel bearings on both front wheels needed replacing. The left had much more wear than the right.
Mar 2016 215000 mi	Leaking valve cover
Jul 2016 217500 mi	Leaking front-wheel axles

Chevrolet Impala in California, United States May 2014 - Jun 2017
Jun 2014 112000 mi US $550	Both front wheel bearings were replaced for the second time. First replacement occurred at approximately 65,000 miles.
Jan 2017 133300 mi US $40	Dash lights no longer function at night. Mechanic suspects BCU. Diagnosis and repair costs estimated at $700-$1000. Repair will require that deal re-program unit. Repairs deferred to future. Owner paid for diagnosis only.
Jun 2017 148000 mi US $90	Took car to mechanic for cooling system diagnosis. Mechanic found leak at timing cover gasket. Repair estimated at $1450 (14 hours labor at $90 an hour).

Chevrolet Impala in Indiana, United States Oct 2013 - Apr 2017
Dec 2014 98000 mi US $300	During routine oil change, broken stabilizer link was found and replaced on driver's side front tire.
May 2015 99000 mi US $40	AC was blowing air but not cooling. Mechanic determined the system needed recharged. First time this has ever been done in the 12 years I've owned the car. AC is nice and cold now.
Nov 2015 99000 mi US $300	Car wouldn't start - assumed it was 6 yr old battery. Battery WAS dead, but starter also needed replaced.

Chevrolet Impala in Virginia, United States Jun 2013 - Jul 2013
Jul 2013 189000 mi US $243	Replace the the cat.converter

Chevrolet Impala in Massachusetts, United States Jan 2014 - Mar 2018
Nov 2015 93000 mi US $600	Front stabilizer bar was broken in half
Dec 2015 95000 mi US $85	Windshield wipers out of sync, arms colliding and moving outside of glass area.
Jan 2016 US $187	Oil sending switch leaking, replaced while car was in for oil change
Apr 2017 111823 mi US $770	Exhaust leak (loud) required replacement of resonator, muffler and center pipe. Also replaced serpentine belt and the right headlight bulb.
Jun 2017 114695 mi US $370	At 30mph rear of car was shaking dangerously. Rear lateral bar was replaced on right rear wheel.
Dec 2017 118000 mi US $172	Replaced both wiper arms and installed new blades
Jan 2018 119000 mi US $125	Directionals stopped working intermittently. Found that at times, turning on hazard lights then shutting them off caused the directionals to work. After putting up with this problem for 6 months, the signal lights just stopped working altogether. Shop found faulty hazard light switch was causing the problem. It was replaced, and now the signal lights work 100%

Chevrolet Impala in Pennsylvania, United States Aug 2009 - Jun 2012
May 2009 55200 mi US $100	a/c charge not blowing cold

Chevrolet Impala in Minnesota, United States Sep 2013 - Dec 2013
Dec 2013 166000 mi US $18	Replaced fuel injector o-rings

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Chevrolet Impala in Maine, United States Mar 2012 - Mar 2013
Dec 2012 234000 mi US $90	Had previously had bearings replaced 2 times previously, but they only lasted 10k on average. Replaced with name-brand, American made bearings, and all is right with the world.

Chevrolet Impala in Alabama, United States May 2012 - Jun 2012
Jun 2012 210000 mi US $175	I could not pass a obd test so they said it was my egr system

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Chevrolet Impala in Massachusetts, United States Aug 2010 - Sep 2011
Sep 2010 35000 mi US $126	Replaced canister purge solenoid. Was also told steering column flex coupling (intermediate shaft) should be replaced.
Nov 2010 35600 mi US $250	Had another sensor replaced. Check engine came on again after 2 days. Had another sensor replaced. Do not have paperwork with me but it had something to do with gas. Check engine light has not come on since.

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Chevrolet Impala in British Columbia, Canada Feb 2010 - Jul 2013
Mar 2010 116560 mi C $200	FRONT BEARINGS - 2ND TIME IN 2 YEARS
Jul 2013 184760 mi C $500	wiring to wheel sensors

Chevrolet Impala in Florida, United States Jul 2011 - Oct 2012
Sep 2011 122200 mi	While driving, I noticed the engine was running roughly. I tested the ignition coils and noticed that two were beginning to fail. I replaced these using pre-owned coils obtained from a friend for free.
Nov 2011 128000 mi	The radiator fans stopped turning. I checked the motor and one is burnt out and the other is not but they do not work independently. I have not repaired because the engine will not overheat in the winter if I don't use air conditioning.
Dec 2011 132000 mi	Seatbelt light comes on at odd times. I have not fixed this and do not intend to. It seems to be ok if I push the seatbelt in. Driver's side lock cylinder refused to turn with a key (although I could unlock from other side) maybe because of cold, low humidity or possibly due to wear. I didn't fix it and after a few days it started working again.
May 2012 134900 mi US $80	Replaced radiator fan due to fan no longer working.

Chevrolet Impala in Connecticut, United States Jan 2009 - Oct 2014
Mar 2009 85000 mi US $500	Replaced resonator.
Nov 2010 90000 mi US $45	Replaced hazard switch Window regulator replacement (driver's side, front)
Oct 2012 106300 mi US $700	Upper and lower intake manifold gaskets, spark plugs, wires, valve cover gasket
Oct 2013 114300 mi US $200	Front hubs/wheel-bearings were bad. Replaced wheel bearings. Sway bar link bad on front driver's side. Replaced both driver's and passenger's side links.
Aug 2014 122900 mi US $15	Driver's window switch failed.
Oct 2014 125000 mi	Original struts need replacement.

Chevrolet Impala in Illinois, United States Apr 2011 - Jul 2014
May 2011 48000 mi US $520	replaced upper intake gasket, flushed dexcool out
Jul 2014 69000 mi	The steering was cracking every time I would turn a corner. The security system could not be fixed. The automatic lighting shorted out so lights would flash on and off at night. The fan sensor would not work so car would over heat all the time. Fan sensor was replaced and still would not work. The computer was replaced the car still wouldn't run right.

Chevrolet Impala in Ohio, United States Feb 2014 - Dec 2014
Feb 2014 116000 mi US $500	plugged catalytic converter replaced lower control arms
Sep 2014 122000 mi US $20	engine started running rough and stalled. Check engine lite indicated mass air flow sensor. Removed and cleaned senor with mass airflow sensor cleaner. Runs fine since

Chevrolet Impala in Michigan, United States May 2010 - Apr 2012
Apr 2011 125000 mi US $600	Front struts and springs

Chevrolet Impala in Michigan, United States May 2014 - Apr 2015
Feb 2015 294300 mi US $300	Muffler needed replaced and another part broke off so more had to be replaced

Chevrolet Impala in Nebraska, United States Feb 2010 - Jun 2011
Aug 2010 79000 mi US $300	new windshield, cracked from flexing

Chevrolet Impala in Oregon, United States Aug 2010 - Dec 2014
Dec 2010 110000 mi US $1336	Leaking Intake Manifold Gasket Replaced leaking axle boot. Replaced both transmission cooler lines Water and condensation in both headlight assemblies.
Apr 2011 114800 mi US $1456	ABS and trac control malfunction - replaced both front wheel hub assemblies.
Aug 2011 119000 mi US $2295	Frequent activation of Traction control system for no apparent reason. Barely noticeable rough shifting. Computer diagnostic indicated transmissions problems. Transmission rebuilt.
Feb 2012 122100 mi US $179	ABS and Traction Control lights come on
Apr 2012 124000 mi US $1987	Oil leak ABS and Traction Control lights come on
Jul 2012 125800 mi US $517	Car suffered intermittent stutters in engine power, usually at cruising highway speed. After a week, Check Engine light came on. Computer indicated Fuel Air sensor.
Jun 2013 136000 mi US $1173	Losing power on hills. High rev but no power. Power steering fluid leak Replaced front axel
Oct 2013 140200 mi US $110	Oil pressure sending unit cause leaking oil
Aug 2014 145900 mi	catalytic converter needs replacement

Chevrolet Impala in Pennsylvania, United States Nov 2010 - Dec 2012
Jun 2011 81000 mi US $150	Plastic elbow from intake manifold to belt tensioner assembly cracked, leaked antifreeze Valve cover gaskets leaking oil onto exhaust manifold causing smoking from under hood. Risk of fire. Replaced valve cover gaskets.
Jun 2012 83000 mi US $350	Code P0300 Random/multiple cylinder misfire. Replaced Mass Air Flow Sensor, Spark plugs, Spark plug wires, Fuel filter, PCV valve, Camshaft position Sensor. Real Problem was Ignition Control Module which has no specific code if bad.
Nov 2012 85000 mi US $50	ABS light on. Found to be short in wiring harness to right front wheel speed sensor. Purchased new section of wiring harness that goes from right front wheel speed sensor & spliced into main wiring harness.

Chevrolet Impala in Iowa, United States Apr 2016 - Feb 2017
Jun 2016 136000 mi US $16	Replaced hazard flasher switch.

Chevrolet Impala in Maryland, United States Jun 2013 - Jun 2018
Sep 2017 76000 mi US $983	BODY CONTROL MODULE.REPLACEMENT

Chevrolet Impala in Maryland, United States - May 2009
Oct 2006 7000 mi US $800	Both headlights have severe condensation. To pass inspection they needed to be clear - headlamp assembly was $400 ea. Instead we took them apart, wiped them out, and passed insp. Since then they are fogged over again. Lame!
Apr 2009 40000 mi US $10	Blown fuses to the 12V outlets front and back. DIY replacement.
May 2009 43000 mi US $85	replaced right axle (CV joint) Cost is part only - labor was DIY.

Chevrolet Impala in Ontario, Canada Jun 2015 - Jun 2016
Jun 2015 140740 mi C $95	Repaired a hole in exhaust pipe located after the resonator.
Jul 2015 145240 mi C $227	Had to replace evap control valve solenoid in order to pass emissions test.
Jun 2016 168640 mi	Needs a new catalytic converter.

Chevrolet Impala in New York, United States Feb 2007 - Nov 2010
Apr 2007 68000 mi US $550	I brought the car to have tires installed and an alignment. They found a worn drivers side tie rod and both front wheel bearing packs worn out. These bearings are supposed to last for the life of the vehicle. Totally unacceptible!Not under warrantee.

Chevrolet Impala in Pennsylvania, United States Jun 2014 - Dec 2014
Aug 2014 131600 mi US $145	Replaced the Alernator

Chevrolet Impala in New York, United States Jan 2015 - Aug 2016
May 2016 53000 mi	Finally fixed the Passlock Security issue that would cause car not start up at times. Needed to take out the ignition switch and clean the contacts

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Chevrolet Impala in Manitoba, Canada Mar 2010 - Jun 2011
Nov 2010 77500 mi C $500	Wiper does not home correctly, ends in vertical position

Chevrolet Impala in New Jersey, United States May 2010 - Apr 2012
Jun 2010 101000 mi US $648	SLOPPY SUSPENSION AND RIDE REPLACE COMPLETE STRUT UNITS AT FOUR CORNERS

Chevrolet Impala in Washington, United States Mar 2013 - Mar 2014
Feb 2014 79600 mi US $440	Security system lock out prevented car from starting. This had been ongoing for 11 months.They scanned codes & installed 10350647 SL-N-MODULE. Did NOT fix the problem. I returned & they replaced pass lock sensor.Billed an additional $200

Chevrolet Impala in Pennsylvania, United States Feb 2010 - Dec 2015
Mar 2010 78000 mi US $550	Replaced for second time ignition switch - security system does not allow car to start because of defect in ignition system
Jan 2011 96000 mi US $650	Check engine light on - replaced thermostat. Replaced lower control arm bushings due to thump under car.
Oct 2015 98300 mi	Fluid not getting to brakes

Chevrolet Impala in Ontario, Canada Feb 2007 - Oct 2011
Apr 2007 93000 mi C $800	replace faulty gasket
Mar 2010 137640 mi C $100	replace resonator
Jun 2010 146320 mi C $400	engine light came on did an OBD2 meter check for code and found out it was emissions spoke with a mechanic to find out it was catalytic converter
Jul 2010 146320 mi C $110	engine light came on, reading now says missing cylinder 1 replaced coil packs with used from wrecker. Engine light came back on and now says misfire on cylinder 5. Have not yet fixed
Aug 2010 147520 mi C $170	replaced coil pack plugs and wires
Apr 2011 161200 mi C $1300	would not start told it was ignition then BCM.
Oct 2011 167400 mi	transmission totally burned out in September

Chevrolet Impala in Oklahoma, United States Sep 2013 - Sep 2014
Jul 2014 192700 mi US $287	New fuel pump

Chevrolet Impala in Massachusetts, United States - Feb 2005
Feb 2005 49000 mi US $10000	head gasket blown twice was under warranty

Chevrolet Impala in New York, United States Aug 2010 - Sep 2014
Jul 2011 179500 mi US $150	Discovered front driver-side coil spring was broken, and the car was slightly lowered on that side as a result. Replaced entire strut. Front passenger-side coil spring had hopped the seat as well, replaced around the same time.
Dec 2011 184000 mi US $480	Both rear struts replaced because of broken coil springs. Front left outer tie rod end worn and replaced as well. Cracked exhaust resonator replaced.
Jul 2014 198000 mi	Blown rear headgasket resulting in numerous other repairs.

Chevrolet Impala in Massachusetts, United States May 2017 - Jul 2017
Jun 2017 90000 mi US $15	Installed water deflector over cabin air filter to stop leaking of water into interior. Also repaired corroded wire to amplifier that was caused by extended exposure to water.

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Chevrolet Impala in Washington, United States Aug 2010 - Apr 2015
Aug 2011 108300 mi US $410	Fuel tank pressure sensor became defective causing constant check engine light. Sensor repaired whcih required dismounting gas tank.
May 2013 123100 mi US $483	Coolant leak caused by defective water pump. Replaced Water Pump.

Chevrolet Impala in Michigan, United States Aug 2010 - Aug 2011
Sep 2010 93000 mi US $250	Car stalled randomly, sometimes while driving 40 mph, sometimes after accelerating from a stop. Mechanic replaced the Crankshaft Sensor after experiencing the issue and pulling the codes.
Jul 2011 99000 mi	Driver side front wheel squealing - likely bad wheel hub. ABS/Traction light illuminates. A/C only blows hot air. Drivers door window won't go up. And my blinker was out, so I got pulled over...good times. As you can imagine, the trade in value was painfully low.

Chevrolet Impala in Wisconsin, United States Aug 2010 - Jul 2011
Oct 2010 108300 mi US $1100	Intake leaking coolant. Bad electronics connection with abs system causing abs to activate when it shouldn't. Transmission pressure sensor/ valve bad. Causing rough, improper shifts. Possible issues with traction control caused by this as well.
Jul 2011 115000 mi US $500	Abs and traction control not working yet again! TC kicks in on dry pavement. Abs engaged when they should not! 3rd time fixing this.

Chevrolet Impala in Ohio, United States Oct 2010 - Nov 2016
May 2011 171200 mi US $345	Left front wheel bearing and outer tie rod replaced. However, repairman damaged the CV boot when doing the repair (I discovered the damage next day & convinced shop to repair...free of charge.)
Jul 2012 192800 mi US $340	I kept getting a vibration when I accelerated (usually more above 40 mph. When I let off the gas pedal & coasted, the vibration went away. The dealer said i had a bad transmission. Turss out it was a bad CV axle (I replaced both and a hub
May 2013 204000 mi US $320	Intake manifold had a minor leak. i wanted to get repaired before it became worse. While in there, we also replaced the plenum (upper intake) gasket, valve cover gaskets, fuel injector o-rings, and thermostat. About $140 for parts 7 $180.

Chevrolet Impala in Ontario, Canada Aug 2010 - Mar 2012
Aug 2011 75620 mi C $200	Brake line became loose. Line was replaced and reattached.

Chevrolet Impala in Ontario, Canada Aug 2010 - Mar 2011
Nov 2010 72540 mi C $638	Brakes. One front rotor, two rear rotors, one rear pad, and two rear calipers.
Jan 2011 72540 mi C $250	Front brake line was leaking so a new replacement was installed. Unfortunately, a very difficult one to replace so a high labour charge.

Chevrolet Impala in Washington, United States Jun 2015 - Jul 2018
Jul 2016 126000 mi US $400	The ECM started giving EGR errors, A/C pressure sensor errors. The EGR and A/C pressure sensor were tested as well as the wiring. They checked out fine. The ECM was replaced and no errors have occurred since.
Jul 2018 128000 mi US $65	Replaced the ignition switch because the climate control system was working intermittently. As the key is turned, components are powered on (BCM, ECM, then engine).

Chevrolet Impala in Indiana, United States Apr 2012 - Jul 2012
Apr 2012 98000 mi US $150	I have always had a like push from the rear. I took it to dealership and they found nothing. When having it in the shop having it checked out because tires were wearing quite often from the inside they noticed the bar in the rear was bent. neutral safety lever. At times my car would not start so had to put in neutral and park back and forth till it started.
May 2012 98300 mi US $125	This is the second time that the window control switch has quit on me
Jul 2012 100000 mi US $200	this is the second abs that i have had to replace, I have had several problems with this car when fixing the abs on front noticed that the bearings casing was broke

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Chevrolet Impala in Ontario, Canada Aug 2010 - Nov 2015
Nov 2010 110320 mi C $300	Rear wheel bearing worn out - bearing replaced.
Jun 2012 133920 mi C $980	Right rear wheel bearing broken, bearing replaced Left rear wheel bearing loose, bearing replaced Front right outer tie rod end very loose, part replaced Both front control arm bushings broken, bushings replaced
Jul 2014 157360 mi C $100	A/C wasn't working, recharged.
Nov 2014 161160 mi C $1000	Sway bar was broken on one side, replaced. Tie-rod end very loose, replaced Other minor suspension components were loose or worn out, replaced
Mar 2015 164300 mi C $1300	Brake lines burst, lines entirely replaced Right front strut severely damaged, left front strut very worn, struts replaced.
May 2015 165500 mi C $100	A/C not working, diagnosed to be a faulty compressor.
Nov 2015 168640 mi	Low beams suddenly stopped working. Probably either a relay or the switch in the steering column. AC never fixed.

Chevrolet Impala in North Dakota, United States Jun 2011 - Dec 2012
Jul 2011 62000 mi	Coolant Sensor broken. This was repaired under warranty by a Chevy dealer once before but, broke again soon after. This other Chevy dealer decided to replace it and charge me for another repair and parts. Wheel bearing seals were out on two wheels. The dealership decided to replace the bearings.
Nov 2011 64000 mi US $50	The steel cable that connects to the power window regulator frayed and snapped. This caused the driver side window to fall into the door. The motor assembly and cable come as one piece and had to be replaced.
Sep 2012 68000 mi US $147	The car was making a grinding sound when rolling out of park. The brake fluid turned out to be very worn. The brake lines were flushed and refilled which seems to have fixed the problem.
Nov 2012 69000 mi US $1000	The valve body in the transmission is starting to stick, causing the transmission to shift erratically or not at all. Chose not to repair and will probably be getting rid of this vehicle.
Dec 2012 69000 mi	Sticking valve body in the transmission.

Chevrolet Impala in Connecticut, United States Mar 2011 - Jun 2012
Oct 2011 138847 mi US $30	Blower motor resistor replaced for the first time. Lost settings 1-4 on the blower. Front seal of transmission blew on the highway. Clouds of smoke and long trail of tranny fluid. Needed new transmission 2 hours away from home. Fuel pressure regulator replaced. Was leaking fuel, could smell it in cabin. Had to replace fuel level sensor in tank. Accessible through trunk, didn't have to drop tank. Repaired power window switch. Driver side window goes down, doesn't go up. Repair was free but tedious. http://mattgadient.com/2011/06/10/chevy-impala-driver-side-power-window-not-going-up-the-fix/ Replaced plugs and wires. I mention it because it was a *(&#@$ nightmare to do without lifting the engine out. 4 hours. Tranny was slipping. Had to have it rebuilt.
Apr 2012 146500 mi US $25	Power windows wouldn't raise. Had to replace switch in door (easy).

Chevrolet Impala in Oklahoma, United States Jun 2011 - Sep 2011
Jul 2011 164000 mi US $650	Leak in oil pan and front main seal

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Chevrolet Impala in Texas, United States Aug 2010 - Dec 2010
Sep 2010 310000 mi US $90	Replace o rings on transmission Cooling lines.
Dec 2010 310000 mi	The intake plenum exploded and the engine caught fire at 321,000 miles.

Chevrolet Impala in Pennsylvania, United States Jul 2012 - Aug 2012
Aug 2012 130000 mi US $20	Leaking Condenser

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Chevrolet Impala in Tennessee, United States May 2012 - Oct 2013
Jun 2012 118000 mi US $430	Passenger transaxle seal. Replaced twice to no avail.

Chevrolet Impala in Arizona, United States Apr 2009 - Jul 2011
Sep 2009 82999 mi US $4000	Replaced BCM, PCM, Passlock sensor, key cylinder, and still did not fix no crank issues.
May 2011 100000 mi US $475	Passlock issues that still are plaguing the car. Passlock issues; replaced BCM, Pssslock sensor, ignition switch, and key cylinder. Replaced BCM (again) and PCM.

Chevrolet Impala in California, United States Jan 2013 - Jul 2014
Feb 2013 126000 mi US $300	a/c compressor went out
Jul 2014 135000 mi US $900	abs computer went out.

Chevrolet Impala in Ohio, United States May 2013 - Mar 2015
Apr 2014 164300 mi US $700	Wheel bearings (Both sides)

Chevrolet Impala in Colorado, United States Apr 2011 - Jan 2013
Jun 2012 115000 mi US $640	Oil pan gasket replacement.
Jan 2013 117000 mi US $1400	Upper and lower intake manifold gaskets. Valve cover gaskets

Chevrolet Impala in California, United States May 2015 - May 2015
May 2015 156000 mi US $900	Had to completely redo the ac system

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Chevrolet Impala in Ontario, Canada - Feb 2011
Sep 2001 28210 mi	Purchased vehicle
Feb 2003 53940 mi C $184	Airbag light on, dealer diagnosed drivers seat airbag module needed to be replaced. CEL on, EGR failure, EGR replaced.
Jul 2003 58900 mi C $486	Replaced lower control arm bushings
Nov 2004 82460 mi C $1113	Low coolant light on, dealer diagnosed lower intake manifold gasket failure. Replaced gasket, coolant, oil, and low coolant level sensor. Years later I received a $400 class action settlement for this issue.
Mar 2006 107260 mi C $547	Passenger side door lock seized up due to disuse. Car was in the shop for three days because door could not be closed and part had to be ordered in. Also performed wheel alignment.
May 2007 127100 mi C $350	Weak acceleration. Replaced spark plugs and wires.
Sep 2007 131440 mi C $171	Replaced four motor mounts and installed new front axle. Replaced original factory battery. Voltage was at ~9V
May 2009 136400 mi C $57	Air conditioning failed, coolant leak. Estimated $900 to repair. We didn't bother fixing it and have continued to drive the vehicle without A/C ever since.
Oct 2010 146940 mi C $462	Replaced original factory exhaust pipe. Muffler was fine but had to be replaced because the mechanic couldn't find or make a part to mate it with the new exhaust.
Jan 2011 150040 mi C $232	Original thermostat replaced because engine wouldn't get up to temperature. Hose clamp replaced two days later.
Feb 2011 151280 mi C $350	Replaced EGR valve

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