2004 Chevrolet Impala: wrong fuel gauge reading

Filed Mar 10, 2017 · Driver assistance, Steering · CA

Takata recall key falls out while I am driving speedometer gas gauge and comtrol panel not working car jumps in reverse

Filed Nov 20, 2015 · Acceleration, Fuel system · 225 miles · CO

Security light comes on randomly, have to wait ten mins to start vehicle. Security light comes on while driving, my gas fuel gauge stopped working so I track the gas my miles .. First 20 miles struggles to go, first thought it was fuel pressure regulator to the fuel pump to tranny to alternator now it wont shift into gear and I don't know what to do one recall for the ignition is ridiculous

Filed Apr 23, 2015 · Acceleration, Electrical · 60,000 miles · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet impala. While driving at approximately 55 MPH, the fuel gauge failed to provide the accurate reading level and the speedometer did not display the correct speed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel gauge and the speedometer needed to be repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 60,000.

Filed Feb 2, 2015 · Acceleration, Electrical · 116,000 miles · NJ

Hello, I just purchased this vehicle from a used car dealer and drove it to work two days later. I work an hour away and take the turnpike....I noticed while I was driving that the speedometer was near 90, and when I pulled into my jobs parking lot I was near 40 MPH...the parking lot's speed limit is 10 miles per hour with speedbumps so I knew something was wrong. When I got off of work my gas tank read past the full mark....I have been filling the tank every other day to prevent being stranded. I immediately called the dealer and he took a look at it. I purchased the car on 01/17/15 and today's date is 02/01/15 and I am still waiting to get the problem resolved. I've researched online and seen a lot chevy impalas have this problem. Most notably 2001-2005 I would be eternally grateful if the matter can be resolved. Thanks, [xxx] p.s. There weren't specific options for the problems. They are:the gas gauge, speedometer, the whole panel....I found out this is called a cluster? Or cluster panel? Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Sep 28, 2014 · Fuel system · SC

I experienced issues with my gas hand not working properly. When there is gas in my car, no matter if it's full or almost empty, the hand stays on full for the most part. It does not detect the property amount of gas in my car. There is an issue with the fuel level sensor, fuel gauge and needle.

Filed Aug 7, 2013 · Electrical · 72,500 miles · KY

Gauge cluster. Temp. Gauge reads from o to 260 degrees weather the engine is running or not. Speedometer and fuel gauge are erratic.

Filed Jun 20, 2013 · Electrical · 71,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet impala. The contact stated that upon starting the ignition, the fuel gauge registered an inaccurate fuel level reading. In addition, the traction control warning indicator would illuminate after driving in reverse and then in drive. The steering wheel would emit a grinding noise whenever being turned with the illumination of the traction control warning indicator. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 71,000.

Filed Jun 5, 2013 · Acceleration, Electrical · 9,000 miles · VA

Speedometer stopped working just before 2 years / we thought it was a vehicle in front of us with high rf output interfering / we were so wrong / / / earlier the gas gauge was sticking and required multiple twists of key to on without starting car then off on off on off on off .... ... To reset it / later it got stuck pointing to the temperature and wont move at all / / / later the temperature gauge stopped working and will point anywhere / although 1 trip in 20 it seems as if its random setting could be correct / / / now the tachometer is intermittent / seems right when it works which is about 4 out of 5 trips / / / and the security light comes on at random / a few times was unable to start the car without waiting ten minutes / / / sometimes the traction light comes on erroneously / / / cruise control seems to have stopped working completely / / / no idea what will fail next / the internet is full of people with these complaints / / / consumers reports used car ratings has this car as bad in every category of parts that can need servicing / / / dealers want thousands to replace multiple parts but wont guarantee that they will fix the problem / / / internet notes that people have found bad solder joints in the bcm, bad wiring harness contacts, bad sensors, etc. And other design defects / / / I have found three independent companies making alternate parts to really fix these problems. And many solutions to help alleviate the problem. / / / is there an unadvertised recall or fix program by gm to fix the instruments and the bogus security system that only locks users out ?? *tr / / / / /

Filed Mar 4, 2013 · Electrical · 130,000 miles · PA

Approximately a year ago my temperature gauge and gas gauge quit working. I was not too concerned because I knew how many miles I could go on a full tank of gas so I just judged my gas by my mileage counter. Now this evening my speedometer quit working. While completely stopped, with the engine turned off it said that I was going 30 MPH. When I was driving, the needle seemed to "jerk" a lot. Also recently my car seems to be sluggish or act like it is going to stall. I have also had some occasions when my car won't start after just turning the key off. If I wait a little while or overnight then it will start like nothing was wrong. I am very concerned because my 17 year old also drives this vehicle and I have to do a lot of highway driving.

Filed Feb 5, 2013 · Electrical · 75,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet impala. The contact stated that when driving at any speed, the tachometer would not provide a reading. After time progressed, the fuel gauge and the speedometer began provided inaccurate readings. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 75,000.

Filed Jan 25, 2013 · Electrical, Engine · 120,135 miles · NY · fire

First at buying my chevy impala it had 115,000mi on it already but desperately needed a car being a single mother. After having the car a little over a month the fuel injectors blew where my car would no longer start. Got it fixed. Next I had to keep putting power steering fluid in (once every week) went to a mechanic, he said my power steering is going to eventually go.. Next 2 months after that my car caught on fire through the lighter. Electrical. Called the fire dept. They had to cut the wires and pull the fuse. 2 months after that, my transmission blew. Just like that. I was driving on the high way and approached an accident. After coming to a complete stop tried to pick speed back up and it wouldn't go anymore than 15 MPH. I pulled off to a rest area, sat there for 30mins. Reversed out of the parking lot, put it in drive, it wouldn't budge... Not to mention a month after buying the car. The turn signals,, brake lights, cruise control, flashers all worked when they wanted too and not when I needed it too. Came close to a few people running in the back of me due to back lights not working.. And my temp, gauge, speedometer and gas gauge do not work. Id be in park with a full tank of gas, it says im going 80mph and gas is empty.. Hate this car with a passion.. Very dangerous car...would never recommend this car to anyone....

Filed Jan 22, 2013 · Fuel system · 150,000 miles · UT

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet impala. The contact stated that the fuel gauge and speedometer gave incorrect readings. The contact was unable to tell the current fuel level or MPH. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was found that the cluster stepper motor had failed. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000 and the approximate current mileage was 150,300.