2002 Chevrolet Impala: loss of power steering

Filed Nov 7, 2014 · Engine, Steering · 31,849 miles · WA

Mass air flow sensor maf malfunction if corroded or dirty will cause the engine to stall. Engine stalling causes loss of power steering and loss of brakes. Disasterous at freeway speeds, intersections, or in any situation requiring steering or braking. This car maf failed going down a steep mountain road, the driver was able to stop the vehicle using manual brake and had it towed to the dealer for repair.

Filed Oct 14, 2014 · Electrical, Steering · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 chevrolet impala. While driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning and the power steering failed. The contact had to shift into neutral in order to restart the vehicle. The failure occurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician was unable to diagnose the cause of the failure. The vehicle was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was unavailable.

Filed Oct 14, 2014 · Electrical, Engine · 211,365 miles · GA

Traveling on a straight residential street after car had been driven about 10 miles and was at operating temperature, I heard a short "chirp" sound from the front passenger side of the car at which time the engine stopped running. Steering became very difficult and the brake pedal required substantial force to stop the car. I was able to bring the car to a stop and put the car in park. The engine restarted immediately with no problem. I was not moving or touching the key at the time that the engine turned off. I have owned the car since it was new in november 2001 and this is the first time that I have experienced this problem. I have driven the car about 20 miles since this incident and it has not recurred as of yet.

Filed Oct 22, 2009 · Electrical · 150,000 miles · OH

My 2002 chevy impala has a random issue with starting and has left me stranded several times. One time the car quit running while driving leaving me with no power steering or brakes going down the highway! Then would not start again for about 15 minutes. On the internet I see where there are thousands of ignition switch complaints on this and several other gm models. This is obviously a gm issue that they have failed to address. Leaving someone stranded or even worse stalling while driving is a safety issue. I live in ohio where it can easily get below zero in the winter if my car leaves me stranded, it could be very dangerous.

Filed Mar 22, 2006 · Steering · 48,000 miles · MI

Noticeable looseness and "clunk" in steering when turning and/or accelerating from a stop or at low speed. Car had nearly 50,000 miles. How much longer before a loss of steering could occur?