Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet impala. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the technician was unable to diagnose a failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 130,000 and the current mileage was 150,000.
2001 Chevrolet Impala engine complaints
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I have a 2001 impala dies going down the road. The electrical gas gauge security light oil light temperature gauge do not work now. You can go to the store. Come out car won't start and some times it won't start for days or weeks. Sometimes I smell oil burning. If the buzzer goes off in the car the car won't start you can go down the road if you hear the sick sounding door buzzer go off be prepared to stop. Took it to the shop they can't figure out what it is. Most the time its running fine when they get it.
Air bag did not deploy causing strain of neck muscles, upper back injury, bilateral strain, contusion of multiple sites of my lower limbs bilateral. There have been several recalls on the impala but due to negligence of gmc I am in pain my car was totaled and I have to purchase a new car. I will need assistance in price, payments, extended maintenance warranty at your cost and delivery of new vehicle to address I provide no fee also include tag payments. I contacted your complaint department last night and was told that I will be compensated in this will be taken care of as chevrolet always takes care of their best customers.
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.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevy impala. The contact stated that approximately 10 minutes after parking the vehicle in a residential driveway, the vehicle caught on fire. The contact indicated that smoke and flames were coming from under the hood of the vehicle. The contact attempted to extinguish the flames with a fire extinguisher but was unsuccessful. The flames were extinguished by the fire department, who confirmed that the fire had come from the engine. The contact indicated that prior to parking the vehicle, a slight odor of burning oil was present. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted in reference to the incident. The failure mileage was 110,000.
Drove car home from work. Parked in driveway. Came out 5 min. Later car was on fire under hood. Called fire dept. To put out. Total loss.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet impala. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the engine caught on fire. The vehicle was destroyed. The fire department was called to extinguish the fire. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The VIN was not available. The cause of the fire was not determined. The approximate failure and current mileage was 130,000.
2001 chevrolet impala. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle explosion and caught fire before consumer had recall repaired.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet impala. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked and caught on fire. The fire department was called and the fire was extinguished. The contact was advised that the vehicle was included in the federal safety agency campaign id number: 09v116000 (engine and engine cooling) for the spark plug retention wire, which had not been completed. The contact was advised that the defect was what caused the fire. The manufacturer advised that they would not repair the vehicle under the recall campaign. The failure and the current mileages were 130,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet impala. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the engine exploded leaving the top of the engine in his front yard. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure and current mileage was 200,000. ...updated 04/25/13 *bf updated 06/05/2013
I have a 2001 chevy impala with a 3.8l v6. Monday around 9:45am I went outside to start my vehicle and I saw that the battery was dead so I got a neighbor of mine to come over with their car and put on jumper cables and allowed the battery to charge, after waiting for it to charge, I turned the key. When I turned the key I heard a loud explosion, and the plastic intake manifold exploded and caught on fire. The fire had to be put out with a fire extinguisher to put it out. I had plastic pieces all over. I want to know why I haven't received a recall on this if there has been reports of this issue.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet impala. The contact stated that the temperature gauged indicated that the vehicle was overheating but the contact did not notice a coolant leak or any smoke. The contact took the vehicle to a local mechanic for a diagnostic. The mechanic replaced a sensor. After the repair the check engine warning light illuminated and the temperature gauged still indicated that the vehicle overheating. The mechanic suggested the contact take the vehicle to the dealer. The contact did not take the vehicle to the dealer. The contact also stated that the steering wheel made a strange sound when turned. In addition, the steering wheel would jerk abnormally. The contact took the vehicle to a local mechanic and the mechanic advised that there was an issue with the steering shaft. The failure mileage was 70,000.
Fathers day I was driving my impala about 9 miles to my house everything was fine the engine wasn't hot no warning that somthing was wrong. I have always maintained my vechicle kept up with work on it anyways I drove it home parked it went inside and not even 5 min later there was smoke and a fire had started underneath my hood. Looked like it was somthing electrical and all I have on the vechicle for insurance is liability.
On 4/09/12 at approximately 18:20 I got in the car that had been sitting all day in the driveway of my home and when I attempted to start it there was a loud explosion and smoke started coming out from under the hood. After feeling the hood I opened it and discovered a fire on the top of the engine and along the back side of the engine closest to the firewall. Fortunately since I was home I had quick access to an abc fire extinguisher and I ran into the garage and grabbed it and put out the fire. After the fire was out I noted the entire engine cover and the top of the engine under the cover was in pieces all over the engine compartment and it appeared the explosion was inside the air plenum/ intake manifold. I had the car towed to my local auto service location via aaa and contacted my insurance carrier the following day. Repairs included replacing the air plenum, fuel rail, injectors, fuels lines, ignition wires, fuel regulator, and various gasket kits and sensors. Based on internet research I have heard of the fuel regulator drawing raw fuel into the air plenum / intake manifold via a vacuum line which results in the explosion when you attempt to start the car.
Bought this car used and it was running fine for about a year till it got to the point that the car would not crank and security lock would pop up frequently now it almost takes an hour to crank it even if u hit the starter the stater moves but want crank the car I have spent over 4 grand on it trying to fix it but nothing works even checked fuses wires and computer box nothing looks bad cruise control stopped working awhile back too.
Secondary air pump failed.
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.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet impala. The contact stated that smoke was seen coming from under the hood and within seconds, the engine was on fire. The fire and police department were present but a report was not filed. The contact stated that the manufacturer was informed that shortly after the fire, the contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign id number: 09v116000 (engine and engine cooling) which advised of the potential of an engine fire. The manufacturer refused any type of assistance and advised that the vehicle could not be repaired. The vehicle was towed to a local authorized dealer. The failure and the current mileage was 173,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet impala. The contact stated the vehicle was parked and caught fire underneath the hood. The fire department extinguished the fire but could not find the origin of it. There were no injuries. A fire report was not filed. A report was file with the insurance company. The dealer nor manufacturer were notified regarding the failure. The failure mileage was 182,598.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet impala. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started, she heard a noise from under the hood. Within seconds, the engine was on fire. The fire department was called and was able to extinguish the fire. A fire report was filed. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where the contact was advised that the vehicle could not be repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the vehicle was previously included in the federal safety agency campaign id number: 09v116000 (engine and engine cooling) but they were unable to assist with the failure. The vehicle was destroyed. The failure and current mileage was 161,000.
01 impala 3.8. I went to start the car. There was an explosion and the engine caught fire. The intake plenum exploded when I attempted to start the car. The car was not repairable. The potential for injury is great if someone is standing near the open engine bay. The car was well maintained and in excellent condition despite the high miles.
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.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet impala. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for routine maintenance when the contact was advised that the engine head gasket was failing. The dealer advised that the gasket was manufactured from plastic and would eventually, would not retain coolant from penetrating the engine and transmission. The manufacturer would not provide any assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileage was 42,000.
Intake gasket failure. I noticed that the antifreeze in my vehicle was often low, so I took the vehicle to get diagnosed. The mechanic told me that I need to get the intake gasket replaced and that this was a common problem on impala's. He stated that all of these vehicles will need to have the gasket replaced and that gm is aware that this is a problem, but since they haven't been forced to recall the vehicles, then they're going to replace the gaskets. This is quite an expensive repair and I can't afford to costs at this time. I contacted gm for assistance and they stated that the mileage on my car prevents me from being able to be assisted. I'm not sure why this issue hasn't made it as a recall because the cars will overheat and isn't something you normally expect to need to get fixed on a car.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet impala. He stated that on december 26, 2009 the vehicle caught fire while it was parked and unoccupied. Two vehicles that were parked next to his also caught fire. The fire department stated that the fire initiated under the hood. The fire report was not available. The insurance company was investigating the cause of the fire. The vehicle was parked at his residence. He will contact the manufacturer. The current and the failure mileage were 85,000.
Consumer has a 2001 chevy impala with engine and suspension problems. *nj the consumer stated several of the engine and suspension components failed due to oil damage. The consumer is seeking reimbursement.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet impala. While driving between 60-65 MPH, the vehicle decelerated and would not drive over 30-35 MPH. The RPM's appeared to be normal. The contact took the vehicle to a repair shop and a mechanic replaced the oxygen sensor and filter, but that did not correct the failure. The mechanic stated that the catalytic converter failed. The current and failure mileages were 128,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet impala. While driving at an unknown speed, a tire flattened on the vehicle. The contact then noticed smoke underneath the hood of the vehicle. She opened the hood and found flames coming from the engine. She was able to extinguish the fire herself. She arrived home and called her independent mechanic to come to her residence and investigate. The mechanic stated that it was safe to drive the vehicle. The contact received a recall notice from general motors, which stated "that some of these vehicles have a condition in which drops of engine oil may be deposited on the exhaust manifold through hard braking. If the manifold is hot enough and the oil runs below the heat shield, it may ignite into a small flame and may spread to the plastic spark plug wire channel and beyond, increasing the risk of an engine compartment fire." the failure mileage was 211,000. Updated 06/27/09 *bf updated 06/23/09.
Tl*the contact owned a 2001 chevrolet impala. While driving less than 45 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact exited the vehicle and noticed flames under the hood. The vehicle exploded. The fire and police departments arrived at the scene and a report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed. The failure and current mileages were less than 50,000.
Tl*the contact owned a 2001 chevrolet impala. The contact noticed smoke underneath the hood of her vehicle. She lifted the hood and noticed a small fire between the alternator and several wires. The driver was able to extinguish the fire after a few minutes with a fire extinguisher. The fire department arrived after the fire was extinguished. The local gm dealer could not determine the cause of the fire; however, they confirmed that the manifold gasket was leaking and may have started the fire. One week later, the contact received a recall notice that stated "if the manifold is hot enough and the oil runs below the heat shield, it may ignite into a small flame and may spread to the plastic spark plug wire channel and beyond, increasing the risk of an engine compartment fire". The federal safety agency campaign id number 09v116000 was referenced. No repairs have been made to the vehicle. The current and failure mileages were less than 100,000. Updated 8/10/09 *cn updated 08/13/09.
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