What are the most common Chevrolet Impala problems?

According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2011 Chevrolet Impala has 2 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Police-Package Front Lower Control Arms Can Fracture (Recall 12V377), Ignition Switch Can Move Out of Run (Recall 14V355). Of these, 2 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.

Is the Chevrolet Impala reliable?

The 2011 Chevrolet Impala has 2 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 2 issues are rated critical: Police-Package Front Lower Control Arms Can Fracture (Recall 12V377) and Ignition Switch Can Move Out of Run (Recall 14V355). Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.

What is the 2008-2012 Chevrolet Impala Police-Package Front Lower Control Arms Can Fracture (Recall 12V377)?

Certain 2008-2012 Chevrolet Impala police vehicles can fracture a front lower control arm and lose vehicle control. Non-police Impalas are not included. Severity: high.

What is the 2006-2014 Chevrolet Impala Ignition Switch Can Move Out of Run (Recall 14V355)?

Certain 2006-2014 Chevrolet Impala ignition switches can move out of Run because of key-ring weight or a jarring event, shutting off the engine, steering and brake assist and disabling air-bag deployment. Severity: high.

2011 Chevrolet Impala Problems: 2 Issues Every Owner Should Know

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NHTSA Recalls16 recalls

AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION

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

Campaign #16V50700005/07/2016

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Buick LaCrosse, 2006-2011 Buick Lucerne, 2000-2005 Cadillac DeVille, 2006-2011 Cadillac DTS, 2006-2014 Chevrolet Impala, and 2006-2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the weight on the key ring and road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.

Campaign #14V35500023/06/2014

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM

General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 Chevrolet Impala police vehicles because the front lower control arms may fracture. This safety recall does not include non-police Chevrolet Impala vehicles.

Campaign #12V37700003/08/2012

SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE

GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009-2010 CHEVROLET IMPALAS FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 210, "SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY ANCHORAGES." THE FRONT SAFETY BELT WEBBING MAY NOT HAVE BEEN PROPERLY SECURED TO THE LAP BELT ANCHOR PRETENSIONER MOUNTED TO THE SIDE OF THE SEAT NEAREST THE DOOR.

Campaign #10V48000013/10/2010

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Cadillac XTS vehicles manufactured April 11, 2013, to June 27, 2013, and 2014 Chevrolet Impala vehicles manufactured May 13, 2013, to November 5, 2013. The affected vehicles may have left the factory with the sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) set to "manufacturing mode."

Campaign #14V51800028/08/2014

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