2001 Chevrolet Impala: engine failure

Filed Aug 16, 2016 · Electrical · 15,808 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet impala. The contact stated that while inserting the key in the ignition, it independently ejected while the ignition switch seized. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the ignition switch failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was previous repaired under the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 15,808.

Filed Jun 13, 2016 · Transmission · WI

2011 chevrolet impala. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle engine failure and installation of new transmission issues. *smd the consumer stated while in the midst of driving, the vehicle stopped moving. However, the engine was still running. The consumer was informed the transmission needed to be replaced.

Filed Dec 21, 2015 · Engine · 129,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet impala. The contact stated that the engine was replaced due to water getting inside the valve cover and the valve cover gasket. The contact received a recall notification for the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v701000 (engine and engine cooling) a year after the vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle approximate failure mileage was 129,000. Updated 02/26/16*lj

Filed Dec 17, 2014 · Electrical · 86,000 miles · NY

Since gm performed safety recall # 14350 on our keys we've had more issues with our 2001 impala not starting which has rendered it unable to be started currently. This is my second time posting since I originally posted on 10/24/14 regarding the car cutting out while driving. Since that time we've been having issues with the car intermittently not starting or failing to restart after driving it a short distance, like going to the store. A few weeks ago we had to spend $140 on a new battery after the mechanics told us that was the starting problem. Two days later it once again wouldn't restart after stopping at the store for a few minutes. The mechanic came and checked the car and tightened the battery terminal connections thinking that was the issue. A few days after the car wouldn't restart once again after a short visit to the store. That time a tow truck driver tried to jump it but it wouldn't start, so it was towed to the mechanic. Once at the mechanics the mechanic tried to start it and it started right up. He kept it for two days and tried starting it numerous times and every time it started. Since bringing it back home we've had problems once again with it not starting even though everything seems fine and the battery terminals are tight. Today the key fob would not open the door remotely nor would the car start. I've been researching these issues and see where in many instances people have found the ignition/key fob issues are related to the pass lock system keeping the car from starting or canceling the engine while running. Gm needs to address these issues which are causing vehicles like ours to either not start or have engine failure while driving.

Filed Mar 13, 2014 · Electrical, Engine · CA

The cooling overheat light went on and the car turned off on me and my child on the exit of the 170 fwy, it now makes a screeching sound like metal, the radiator leaks and something smells burned, the mechanic I went to that was close by said I have to now replace the engine and other expensive items that seem to fall under the 2001 impala recalls, my fuel pump has an issue as well and the electrical problem even worse it turns of and on as it pleases.

Filed Nov 7, 2011 · Engine · 155,000 miles · AL

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet impala. While driving approximately 30 MPH, the engine stalled unexpectedly without prior warning. Upon restarting the vehicle began to perform normally until reaching the destination where the failure recurred. The failure occurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic four different times for the similar failure. The battery, starter, alternator, and rely switch were replaced at different times; however the problem persisted. Most recent, engine failed to start. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the consistent malfunction. The approximate failure mileage was 155,000.

Filed Aug 25, 2010 · Engine · CA

Engine/low coolant level light on! Overheating. Problems appear to be same as other owners of 2001 impala's! Had to replace engine. Still same problem w coolant.

Filed Apr 12, 2007 · Engine · 82,000 miles · OH

In the past 6-8 months, my 2001 chevy impala started to show the obvious signs of intake manifold leaks (sludge on oil cap, brown residue in coolant overflow reservoir, small coolant puddles on engine). At 71,000 miles I received a quote at a gm dealer for the fix...$900.00. The dealer said he does one a day on these gm 3.4 engines. As a side, my wife's venture, sister's venture and father impala all have the faulty intake maifold coolant/oil leak. After speaking with gm, they agreed only to pay for the two bolts, a gasket and a small tube of sealant. This past week, the oil pressure light came on and I stopped the car at the next parking lot. It stalled there and never started. After a tow, the mechanic attempted to fill it with oil and run it. Within seconds it flows out the oil filter and the filter and/or filter gasket ruptures. After checking the oil pump and oil pump sensor, his diagnosis is for an engine replacement. He claims that the sludge from the antifreeze has built up, and a cam bearing has been damaged, rendering the engine irreplaceable. I currently have ,multiple options, the cheapest of which is $3,500.00. We are a gm family, my father retired from gm. Why can't gm face the faulty design flaw of the manifold gaskets and coolant problems?

Filed Aug 18, 2005 · Electrical, Engine · 80,000 miles · NY

2001 chevrolet impala had a clogged catalytic converter.***no answer required***. *mr the vehicle lost pressure while driving up a hill, the battery had gone dead without warning, rear defroster shorted out and almost injured the consumers daughter, the doors seized, the driver window seized constantly, and the fan blower only worked on 5.