2002 Chevrolet Impala: engine overheating

Filed Apr 12, 2017 · Engine · 86,505 miles · AZ

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet impala. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced overheating. The vehicle began using approximately a quart of water per day. The contact stated that the failure did not occur until the vehicle was brought in and repaired per the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v701000 (engine and engine cooling). The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The failure mileage was 86,505.

Filed Mar 26, 2016 · Engine · 99,624 miles · TX

"takata recall" my 2002 impala is overheating I did a pressure check it held pressure changed the water pump and thermostat also the fans and radiator and it still is overheating what else could it be when I'm at a red light it gets to the maximum but when I'm driving it stays around normal

Filed Sep 11, 2014 · Electrical, Engine · 86,400 miles · NJ

The car was constantly stalling in low speed or starting from a stop in d drive. The transmission was not shifting properly. Car had stalled a few times in traffic, becoming a hazardous situation. Car was overheating. Car had been serviced a week ago at aaa repair center, eatontown, nj for oil leak from gasket of the manifold.

Filed Jul 9, 2014 · Engine · PA

Model years affected: 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 engines affected: 3.4l v6, 3.8l v6 average mileage: 108,315 mi (13,756 mi - 198,000 mi) verified the intake manifold gasket can develop external engine oil or coolant leaks. In some cases the failed gasket will leak coolant internally. The manifold gasket will need to be replaced to correct this issue. Thousands of cars are affected. These vehicles need to be recalled and fixed.

Filed Nov 7, 2013 · Electrical, Engine · 37,207 miles · FL

Passlock system would disable the car from starting dozens of times for months. I would get stuck anywhere without warning for half an hour or more with my children. It was taken in for a coolant leak issue. The dexcool ( a horrible product with lawsuits due to engine damage) had eaten the hoses and was spraying around the engine. It created a sludge that thankfully did not destroy my radiator. The car finally outright failed because of the security system. The passlock system is a known issue with gm. I have read endless complaints about this problem. There was nothing wrong with the car, but the system would not read the key. It was in the shop for weeks. Had to get new bcm and have the system reprogrammed. My car only has 37,000 miles and for it to fail and need such expensive repairs for a faulty system with nothing wrong with the mechanics of the car is unreal. Another known issue is with the signals going out without warning. I never know if the turn signals will work and this is very dangerous. I am fearful that other issues with the electrical system might happen. But knowing that the bcm might fail again in another year or so is the biggest rub. How many times do people have to reprogram their car and replace parts on a faulty passlock system that will fail again?

Filed Nov 15, 2010 · Engine · 55,000 miles · OH

Leaking upper and lower intake manifold gaskets,car overheating and running poorly.occured at 55,000 miles and again at 110,000 mi.. Gaskets replaced for 900.00 each time,old gaskets aere available.

Filed Nov 1, 2010 · Electrical, Engine · 85,000 miles · OK

At times the cab of the 2002 chevy impala seems to overheat and when you try to start it all of the warning lights flash, including headlights, then it won't start.

Filed Jul 22, 2009 · Engine · 126,000 miles · TX

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet impala. The contact stated that the vehicle would continuously overheat and the coolant warning light would illuminate on the instrument panel. In very high temperatures, the vehicle would hesitate to start and would often stall. The contact believed that there was an issue with the intake manifold. The manufacturer stated that the exhaust manifold could possibly be leaking water. There were no recalls for the failure. The VIN was unknown. The current and failure mileages were less than 126,000.

Filed May 29, 2007 · Engine · 71,200 miles · UT

The intake manifold gasket is leaking. It poses a fire hazard if the car is overheated which could pose health threats to those in the car and others outside of the car. The car is a 2002 chevy impala with 71,000 miles. This car has had regular maintenance and is good condition. There have been several things fixed over the past two years. We have spent over $3,000 fixing everything. We cannot afford to fix yet another problem. This car should not be facing these problems at such an early stage.

Filed Apr 27, 2007 · Engine · 40,000 miles · OH

At around 40,000 miles our 2002 impala had brown stuff similar to pudding in the radiator. We have learned that it was caused by the dex-cool antifreeze that general motors puts in their vehicles. At about 100,000 miles the car overheated. We took it to the dealer and they said it needed new head gaskets at a cost $1300.00 possibly higher if the heads are damaged. This is a very common problem with gm vehicles yet gm refuses to acknowledge that it a defect in their product. We have purchased a ford car and will never purchase a gm product again. I had been a gm man for 30 years but not anymore.

Filed Jan 22, 2007 · Engine · 77,000 miles · PA

Had intake gasket replaced in feb. Of 2006 for coolant leaking into engine oil, because of said gasket failing (77,000 approx. Mi.) noticed coolant level dropping again in jan. 2007 (85,000 mi.) found white/brown sludge in oil again!apparently the problem is back and I am told it will keep coming back until gm corp. Comes up with a permanent fix. Why are they not concerned about this? I can't afford to keep on fixing this problem that has no end in sight. I like my car but if gm won't address obvious design flaws I'll have to buy from somebody else.

Filed Oct 16, 2006 · Engine · 80,000 miles · IA

I have a 2002 impala. I experienced a coolant leak for several months. I took it to the dealer who told me they needed to replace the intake manifold gasket. This can result, among other things, engine seizure, blowing a rod, etc. I believe this is referred to in service bulletin number: 070803 and the federal safety agency item number: 10003814 per records found on this site. After calling chevrolet's 800 number, I was told there was a recall associated with this for my VIN, but they only offered it for 2 years, from 07/03 - 07/05. Since I purchased this vehicle used, I was not sent a recall notice and now it appears I have to pay the rather expensive repair bill.