2007 Chevrolet Impala: engine knocking or ticking

Filed Aug 17, 2017 · Steering · 139,678 miles · VA

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet impala. The contact stated that the steering wheel made a knocking sound and failed to align. The contact took the vehicle to a certified mechanic who diagnosed that the rack and pinion was leaking steering fluid and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The contact returned the vehicle to the mechanic who made the same diagnosis. The vehicle was repaired, but the contact began to hear the knocking noise again. The manufacturer and dealer were not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 139,678. Updated 11/7/17*lj

Filed Oct 31, 2016 · Steering · 82,000 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet impala. While driving various speeds, the vehicle made an abnormal knocking noise in the steering column. The contact stated that the control arms, inner and outer tie rods, sway bar links, ball joints, front shocks, and axle were replaced on the vehicle; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was not diagnosed. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 09e005000 (steering). The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 82,000.

Filed Mar 9, 2015 · Engine · 83,000 miles · SC

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet impala. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started, a ticking noise was heard from the vehicle. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 MPH, the no engine oil warning light illuminated. The contact checked the oil level and there was no oil in the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or diagnosed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 83,000.

Filed Sep 5, 2014 · Electrical, Engine · 106,368 miles · OH

Had the car under three weeks and head lights are flickering the dashboard light flickers and the engine is making a ticking sound. The tire pressure light came on after three days of financing the car.

Filed Mar 8, 2013 · Brakes, Electrical · 63,000 miles · NE

The first instance I was driving and the "service brake system" flashed on the display. I had all brake pads replaced at dealer on 1/3/2013. 2/7/2013 I was in traffic and the car suddenly slows to about 10 MPH and would not accelerate the dash then displayed "reduced engine power" and the check engine light came on. On 2/14/2013, I had the throttle positioning sensor replaced and at the same time had the rear defrost wiring repaired because that had not been working for over a year. On 3/4/2013 the car would not start by the factory remote start, so went out and started the car with the key, when I returned to the car the vehicle would not start at all the chime would sound the lights on the dash flashed but no start. I waited a few minutes then tried again, the car started briefly (50 seconds) "reduced engine power" appeared on the dash then it shut down completely. I looked under the hood saw the battery attachment was loose, tightened that up and then the car started up. However, the car radio (factory radio never replaced), the chime, or the ticking of the turning signals no longer work. I have an appointment with dealer on 3/14/13, but the car seems to be failing all around. In reading chevy/gm forums, there are thousands of chevy owners experiencing these same issues, chevy/gm needs to take ownership and investigate these vehicles to determine the root cause of the problems. Nearly 3000 dollars later in dealer repairs is not getting to the bottom of the issue. I was nearly in a crash due to the reduced engine power issue and that was scary enough to make me not want to drive this car or an at all.

Filed Feb 11, 2010 · Steering · 57,283 miles · RI

Tl*the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet impala. During a routine maintenance appointment, the dealer told him that the steering shaft needed to be replaced. He previously noticed a knocking noise in the steering wheel after it was brought to his attention at the dealership. He had not spoken with the manufacturer to-date. The vehicle had not been repaired at the time of the complaint. The current mileage was approximately 51,320. The failure mileage was 51,283.

Filed Dec 14, 2009 · Steering · 25,000 miles · PA

Intermediate shaft in steering shaft failed. It caused a clunking or knocking feel and sound. Chevy dealer said it was a "chronic problem" with the impala. Fixed under warranty. Otherwise it would have cost about $300.00. Also rotors in front warped prematurely. Another "known problem". Power steering unit or serpentine belt squeals. Chevy dealer said it's" normal" ?

Filed Nov 9, 2009 · Fuel system, Steering · 50,000 miles · OH

I own a 2007 chevrolet impala ls. For some reason, there is a clunk/knock in when I steer to the right. At times it has a tendency to lock up. Also, there is a strong vibration that occurs when I am doing 35 MPH or faster. I do not feel safe.

Filed Dec 15, 2007 · Acceleration · 11,710 miles · TN · crash

(1) my wife pulled into a parking space at our church and applied the brakes to stop. (2) the car continued on rolling over a concrete barrier and knocking down an ornamental iron fence surrounding the parking lot and continuing out into the street where it finally stopped. In addition to the damage to the fence, there was considerable damage to the front of the car. (3) cause of failure has not been identified. On one or two previous occasions, when pulling the car into our garage I have had the car stall and then surge forward. Car is being taken to a body shop to repair the damage.