2006 Chevrolet Impala: check engine light

Filed Aug 19, 2021 · Acceleration, Engine · AZ

According to my obd scanner the components that are failed is the throttle body position sensor circuit A & the throttle body position sensor circuit B. Before this happened the check engine light was on for about a week, when I scanned the vehicle with the obd-II the code for a large leak in the fuel EVAP system came up. One day while driving the vehicle I was stopped at a red light and once the light turned green I pressed the gas and the car started to sputter and move very slow also in the driver information center it intermittently showed the warnings service traction control and speed reduced. I had to pull over when safe to do so. Once I got the vehicle home I ran the scan again and it came up with the throttle body position sensor codes. The part is available for inspection. The safety of me and my passenger were in jeopardy we could've definitely been in an accident because it was so sudden when it happened. I have not taken the car to a dealer but an independent mechanic has looked at it. Vehicle has not been inspected by anyone other than me and an independent mechanic. This was a very scary experience and I have seen many forums with the same issues from GM cars. Your attention is needed and appreciated.

Filed Jan 12, 2021 · Engine · MI

As many other 5.3 liter gm vehicles during this period, my car has been burning oil, fouling spark plugs, and throwing check engine lights for many years due to this all-too common issue. It is a safety hazard, and all gm vehicles with this motor issue should be recalled and fixed. It poses a serious hazard when you attempt to pull out into the road and the car sputters and misfires and you have no power because oil is seaping past the rings.

Filed Dec 11, 2018 · Engine · 64,000 miles · MD

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet impala. The contact stated that the oil pressure indicator illuminated. The dealer (heritage chevrolet buick owings mills, 11234 reisterstown rd, owings mills, md 21117, (866) 730-3826) repaired the oil pressure sensor. Afterwards, the check engine indicator illuminated. The manufacturer was notified and provided a case number. The vehicle was still at the dealer and had not been repaired. The failure mileage was 64,000. *tt problem resolved by dealer.

Filed May 16, 2017 · 129,000 miles · MI

Traction service light keeps coming on which is causing my check engine light to causes the car to power down I looked at the reviews there are hundreds of people with the same problem.

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 11, 2016 · Engine · 103,000 miles · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet impala. The contact stated that while driving at 11 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The "reduce engine power" and 'shut off immediately' warning messages displayed on the message board. In addition, the contact stated that the check engine warning light remained on. The vehicle was taken to a dealer to be repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 103,000.

Filed Dec 30, 2015 · Engine · 111,000 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet impala. While driving at various speeds, the check engine and "power down low" warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact stated that the vehicle would not drive at normal speeds. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 111,000.

Filed Jun 6, 2015 · Electrical, Engine · VA

Had purchased vehicle from dealer in ashland va back in september 2014. Had no concerns about the vehicle until first trip not driving vehicle for a week and upon return vehicle would not start. Had jumped started vehicle and got check engine light which was on for three days then cut off. In february 2015 had not driven vehicle for two week period and upon return vehicle would not start again. Checked battery and had replaced along with cleaning positive battery post for corrosion. Check engine light was on for two to three days then cut off - check code at firestone dealership showed code p2135 - dealership could not determine where possible power drainage could be coming from and recommended to take vehicle to chevy dealership and have them test for power drainage. As long as the vehicle is started/used without prolonged period of inactivity, vehicle operation for this model year is acceptable.

Filed Apr 3, 2015 · Acceleration, Engine · 134,989 miles · MI

This incident first occurred a few weeks ago while driving on the highway I got the engine power reduced message. My car didn't seem to run different and the engine light went off the very next day. Then about 1 week later it happened again but this time my car was acting funny when I needed to accelerate. I was trying to wait until paid day to take it to be checked but I couldn't wait. On wednesday, april 1, 2015 whenever I stopped at a light or stop sign when it was time to go my car would not accelerate. I made it work ok, but on my break I needed to go take care of some important business and my car just stopped on me while I was making a right hand turn. It would not start up. I could not turn it or anything. My car stalled and I ended up on the wrong side of the road. I was able to push my car out of the way and I had to walk back to work. After work my car started with no problem and I drove it less than 1 mile to firestone tire where they did a computer diagnosis and told me the accelerator control was bad. I asked them if they were sure that was the problem and not the throttle body and they said yes. While on my way home tonight friday, 4/3/15 engine came on and engine power reduced message again. I am very upset and scared from what I have research and read about others this has happened to. This is very dangerous and I feel I should not have to be injured, killed or someone else for this to be fixed. Signed, [xxx] (very unhappy consumers) information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Sep 18, 2014 · Electrical, Transmission · 60,000 miles · IL

First of all, I use my car to travel back and forth from school. I have noticed since I came home, stopping at stop lights, my car would cut off and then cut back on. Also, my radio has changed stations by itself. Then, my check engine light has been on. When I turn on my air or heat a knocking noise comes from my air vents and it last for about 5 minutes, I actually thought my car was about to blow up because I was not sure what was causing that. I hope this problem is resolved quickly.

Filed Sep 16, 2014 · Transmission · 72,000 miles · LA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet impala. While driving approximately 20 MPH, the contact heard a loud abnormal noise and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The failure occurred on multiple occasions. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 72,000.

Filed Jul 15, 2014 · Engine, Transmission · 100,000 miles · MD

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet impala. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle decreased in acceleration and the transmission shifted. In addition, the engine warning light illuminated and the vehicle stalled after the accelerator pedal was applied. The failure occurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 100,000 and the current mileage was 131,000. The VIN was not available.