2006 Chevrolet Impala driver assistance problems

Filed Oct 6, 2020 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 148,000 miles · CA · fire · 1 injury

My vehicle has had the problems of not giving me correct readings from the gauges when my car was running hot it never displayed any indication that it was which caused engine failure in my car throwing a rod I also have experience and still do when I turn on my signals my bright lights come on as well as sometimes when I open the door the lights do not come on but when I close the door they do my motor mounts on my car are not stable this was part of the problem the first time it shifted now not from wear and tear because I had an inspection done on the vehicle prior to purchasing the vehicle and received a clean bill of immaculate care and health of the vehicle in less than 8 months I have been in nothing but one disaster after the next I'm feeling very unsafe and unsure of this vehicle it seems as if it's moving faster than what is on the speedometer because I have often had to apply the brakes in an emergency fashion just to stop I know this is not normal I can forward the bills of the said repairs so that it was support my claim I do not have them with me at this time but my email is [xxx]. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Jan 25, 2017 · Acceleration, Driver assistance · 103,000 miles · NY

While driving the traction control light came on as well as the check engine light then reduced power so that I was driving at about 5 miles in traffic. Car then stopped and there was no power at all. I put on my hazard lights and turned the car off waited a few minutes and it started and only check engine light remained on. I was fortunate to be almost at a red light when this happened in midtown manhattan so that there was only blaring horns when I couldn't move the car. My mechanic said I need to bring the car in when the lights are on so that he can read the error messages. The check engine light doesn't give him enough information. I haven't driven since as I'm afraid but will drive locally and bring the car to the mechanic as soon as those lights come on again. It has happened before but not when I could bring it to the mechanic.

Filed Jan 13, 2017 · Driver assistance, Electrical · OH

The chevrolet impala I own has had major problems about a month after I bought the car.... The whole electrical area in the front has went haywire on me.... I cannot signal, or turn my bright lights on at any time.... Plus, it will not start for me when I need it to, I always have to get a jump from someone, & that even takes between 10-20 minutes.... The place that I bought it from, the repairmen cannot fix it right for me, it is not fair to pay all this money for my car, which will not work right... I have not been able to use my signals for a very long time now, it is very, very frustrating to me.... I have been stranded on the streets, the highway, even at work after my shift, it has even stopped on me while taking my kids to & from school....

Filed Nov 25, 2016 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 174,000 miles · IA · fire

I was driving the car earlier today in the power steering pump was making noise. So I check it it was empty I filled it up with power steering fouled.come to find out its a leak again. For the third time in that the lights been flickering since I bought the car for two days the check battery system light was on. Then one day it cut off on me in traffic. While driving .then after a while I got a jump but the car didn't stay running on its on after the fifth try it stayed running.I was able to drive home now every other week so. I have to messing with cable cord on the battery to get the car to start. Just so happened today my alternator. Was on fire. The fire department had to cut all the wiring off that was connected to the battery just to stop the fire from burning .

Filed May 12, 2016 · Acceleration, Driver assistance · GA

Takata recall my windows stop working all together my car some time dont go when I push the gas it will jerk real hard and then some times it takes along time to brake and this been a on going thing but when I called the dealer they gave me a hard time about if there where any recalls about it

Filed Apr 13, 2016 · Driver assistance, Electrical · NE

Ongoing issue with error message relating to "service traction control" "reduced engine power" appeared 4/10/2016. Ongoing history and service related to throttle position and sensor (also serviced) codes p2176; p 2135. 8/1/15 I have addressed through replacing of throttle position and sensor; battery cable (dealership svc dept suggested low voltage related to this issue - retested, issue continues) parts store has suggested "throttle actuator control module p 1516' codes also include p0121, po2135, p2119 found pmc to be faulty -- "repair and replaced" 12/30/2014; throttle body assembly replaced on april 5, 2014. This has been an ongoing issue for two years. Engine power drops and car will only drive at a low speed < 40mph. This is when the car is in motion. Various attempts to resolve the problem have been unsuccessful. This issue began at apx 140k miles and has reoccurred at 166l, 167k, 180k, 193k. Speeds that it has occurred has been at highway speeds of 60-65mpg to residential 25-35mph. Records have services dates are available; too many to upload all.

Filed Apr 22, 2015 · Brakes, Driver assistance · 168,000 miles · GA

I was turning off of elberton road onto veribest road & I heard the front tire made a knocking sound about 3 times while turning & continued to drive after the car felt okay, then I felt as if the car dropped or the tire was coming off & the steering wheel locked up, traction control light started to blink & the brakes went out & we crash due to me not having control of the vehicle! Me & my 3 kids were badly injured!

Filed Sep 23, 2014 · Driver assistance · 127,000 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet impala. While driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle veered independently to the right and the traction control warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 127,000.

Filed Aug 16, 2014 · Driver assistance · 122,000 miles · OH

Service traction control light appeared on the dashboard, reducing power to the engine and lowering driving speed on a busy highway nearly causing an accident. Car jerks and power locks turn off and on. Power to steering and braking also reduced. This is unsafe!

Filed May 4, 2014 · Driver assistance, Engine · 58,000 miles · NH

I was driving 35mph down my road in my impala. The engine light came on and a traction control/reduced engine power message came on. The car suddenly slowed to 20mpg and I almost got rear ended. I was told by a mechanic that this is a hugely popular issue with this car and chevy refuses to fix it. This is dangerous as I almost lost control when this happened.