A common issue amongst chevy impala's is the "service stabilitrak" error. It comes on every day and effects my brake pedal and engine power. I will be attaching a link proving that this has been an ignored issue by gm for years. It is not safe to have these cars on the road and I demand a recall/different car from my dealership as my car is less than 2yrs old. [xxx] parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
2010 Chevrolet Impala brakes complaints
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Intermittent ABS, traction control, stabilitrak issues have been happening for the last few years. It startyed at about 80k miles. I have replaced the wheel hub twice due to a loose bearing. This significantly reduced the problem the first time, but has not resolved the issue the second time. It tends to happen when the vehicle is jarred (such as hitting a pot hold on a dirt road) or when turning hard to the right while accelerating. If it happens a few times within a short time, then the system will ABS, stabilitrak, and traction control systems shut down. It
At first it was when backing up and turning sharp. The traction control message would come on and a grinding like sound from the front driver wheel area. Later it included the ABS warning and would also occur after backing with turn and going forward at that moment. Now randomly when pulling out and the service air bag light comes on. Recently also the oil pressure low message and dummy light come on 3-4 times before stopping (and yes the oil pressure is good with correct oil, tires, pressure, brakes, sensors all check good). Best guess diagnostics is shorting in wiring harness that can not be located until it fails completely. However with grabbing with traction control when pulling out and air bag problems it is obvious this is a safety hazard.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet impala. The contact stated that the brake lights illuminated when the brake pedal was not depressed. The failure occurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the brake sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 87,000. The VIN was not available.
After purchasing this vehicle within 30 days the air bag system light came on I took the vehicle back to future nissan of folsom and they stated that I would have to call the warranty people there was nothing they could do about it. A week later I noticed when I slow down using the breaks it makes a shaking sound, making the whole car shake. This vehicle also has no coverage when pumping gas I noticed the silver cap inside that's suppose to remain closed until you put the gas pump in there in always open, which allows air to get inside. My powertrain is not accelerations properly, it takes about a minute for it to catch its gear.
2010 chevrolet impala. Consumer states there's a big safety problem with his brakes and steering when driving down long hills. *ta the consumer had no control over the steering. Also, the rotors were replaced.
Tl* the contact owned a 2010 chevrolet impala. While driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle suddenly shut off causing the driver to lose control and crash the vehicle into a field before flipping into a river. During the incident, the brakes and power steering would not operate and the air bags did not deploy. The vehicle was destroyed during the crash and a police report was filed. The driver suffered bruises to the right arm, right hand, neck, and left knee during the incident. The driver received medical attention. A representative for the manufacturer examined the vehicle but was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The failure mileage was 42,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet impala. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled several times and the brake pedal traveled to the floor when the brakes were engaged. The ABS and the air bag warning indicators illuminated intermittently. While traveling 60 MPH, the vehicle failed to stop when the brakes were engaged. The failure caused the vehicle to crash into the rear of another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed and no injuries were reported. The vehicle was repaired by an independent mechanic, but the failure recurred. The contact was later informed of the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v355000 (electrical system); however, the parts needed for the repair were unavailable. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet impala. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the steering wheel became hard to maneuver causing the contact to lose control and the brakes failed. The contact mentioned that the engine stalled immediately after. The vehicle was able to be restart but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician was unable to locate a failure. The vehicle has not been repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 68,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet impala. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and applying the brakes, the brakes vibrated abnormally. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician diagnosed that the rotors and front brake pads needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure.the failure mileage was 34,000 and the current mileage was 76,632. Updated 3/21/14*cn
During a road trip, stopped for lunch. Upon continuing the drive to home, the brake pedal suddenly faded away and smoke began to come from under the hood - we found a parking lot and pulled in and shut the car off. After opening the hood, we discover the top of the motor was covered with brake fluid. We had the car towed to our home town - 100 miles away - at a cost of $650.00 - then delivered to the dealer on monday - today they have informed me that we have no warranty left and the brake line had rubbed on a part next to it causing the leak. Further more - the required part for repair is on a minimum 2 week back order - indicating that this is not an uncommon problem. If this had happened just a few miles up the road, we would have been in the narrows of highway 101 in the curves with no where to pull off!! The brakes went off line with no warning - where is the recall on this vehicle????? Less than 10,000 miles - only choice left will be to dump this car as soon as it is repaired - if!?!
The 2010 impala was at hwy speeds at approx 65mph. The traction control light came on and the check engine light and the message display was flashing traction control failure. The lights stayed on. It also said engine at reduced speeds . The traction control failed at hwy speeds which left me coasting to reduced speeds and then the car shut off at 20 MPH with no power steering or braking. I was able to coast off the highway into a parking lot off the service road.
I had purchased a 2010 chevrolet impala in july, 2010. The first attempt at repair of the front end vibration was on 10/22/2010. The dealership did not recognize the vibration. The vehicle tires were rotated on 01/26/11 in an attempt to stop the vibration in the front end. The vehicle was taken in on 03/18/11 for front end noise (thump) while turning the wheels. The vehicle was taken in on 07/07/11 for the thumping noise in the front end while turning the wheels. The vehicle was taken in on 07/28/11 for a front end thumping noise when turning the wheels. The vehicle was taken in on 08/16/11 for a front end thumping noise and the dealership notices the tires were wearing slightly cupped on the inside edge. The vehicle was taken in on 09/08/11 for a whining noise from the engine bay and power steering fluid was flushed. The vehicle was taken in on 04/09/12 for front end thumping noise, wheel bearing, transmission surge, and whine noise from radio. The vehicle was taken in on 06/27/12 for rough idle, tire replacement, transmission. The vehicle was taken in on 07/27/12 for rough idle, transmission surge, thump noise in front end and whine noise in radio. The vehicle was taken in on 10/05/12 for transmission surge, rough idle, thump noise in front end, and whine noise in radio. The outcome at this point is the dealership tried to reprogram the vehicle, gm approved replacement of all four tires, a replacement of the power steering pump, wheel bearing on driver front side. The dealerships have done two throttle body cleanings. The dealership has stated they will replace the rotors but gm would not approve replacement only turning on the rotors. This case has been opened with the better business bureau whom advised me to contact the federal safety agency. Gm refuses to replace parts because their computer system cannot tell them what is wrong with the vehicle. Gm has recalled the police vehicles for front end suspension and has a lawsuit pending in michigan for personal vehicle.
While on a medium downgrade on hwy 101 in marin county, ca at approx 65 MPH I slowly applied brakes to reduce speed. The brakes immediately started to "chatter" and I thought the ABS system was activating. I continued to just "tap" on the brakes to keep my speed reducing to the legal limit (55 MPH) and the chattering stopped when speed was reduced and I was back on level grade. The condition has not repeated itself when driving on a level grade and with normal braking when slowing down from 65 MPH. In august 2012 I took the car to a dealer for a minor warranty repair and asked them to also check the brakes for any problem with the ABS system - still thinking that is what caused the initial problem. I was told that the brake rotors were warped and was caused "by the way I drive". I have been driving for over 60 yrs and have never had this type of brake problem. This car was purchased new in nov 2009 and it has been driven less than 10k miles per year - it is still under warranty until 11/2012. Gm refuses to accept any responsibility for premature rotor warping or that their brake design maybe faulty, I.e. Inadequate cooling for brakes, etc. They were of absolutely no help in addressing this problem seeking to put any blame solely on the driver. How can one respond to that kind of attitude. The federal safety agency should make gm certify that their brake system, materials, brake cooling design, etc. Could not possible cause any form of brake rotor warping in a vehicle driven less that 25k miles. Thank you for looking into this matter.
I own a 2010 chevy impala on a short trip to shankville, pa. As I tried to slow down by tapping the brakes and the vehicle began to shake and pulsate violently. This happened again as I was taking my wife to the airport. The vehicle will begin to shake violantly when I apply the brakes at around 60 to 65 MPH. I took the vehicle to the dealership and was told that the rotors are warped, and I should get new brakes with new rotors. I informed the individual that the vehicle had just had its yearly state inspection done by them in march of 2012 this was early august 2012 and the vehicle had only been driven less then 2000 miles. A check on the internet shows that the impla is prone to warped brake rotors. This is a serious saftey issue.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet impala. The contact stated when driving 50 MPH down hill, he noticed that the brakes were pulsating. The dealer was contacted and advised him that this vehicle was a free rolling vehicle and he had to gear down when driving down a hill. The vehicle was not inspected by a dealer nor had it been repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 8,300. Updated 11/18/11*lj updated 11/30/11
Brake rotors warping after every 10,000 miles. Happens after driving on mountain roads.(desending) dealer service department stated it is a design flaw. Thin rotors.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet impala. The contact stated the vehicle began to shake vigorously while driving down hill while attempting to stop the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer twice and they turned and replaced the rotors. The contact was concerned since the shaking and the long stopping distance continued to occur. The failure mileage was 2,000 and the current mileage was 12,000.
2010 impala lt. Braking very dangerous, have original brake rotors and are warped. Severe front end shaking very poor rotor quality on new/used car. Needed to replace rotor due to warped condition. Occurs going down mountain hills extremely difficult to control.
Tl*the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet impala. The contact stated that she believed that the accelerator pedal and brake pedal were too close together and she depressed them both at the same time. The contact felt that the parking brake release was too high up. The contact sent a letter to the manufacturer who advised her to take the vehicle to an authorized dealer. The failure mileage was 37,500. Updated 01/24/11 *bf the consumer stated on three occasions she accidentally hit the gas pedal instead of the brake pedal. Updated evoq 01/27/11 updated 03/22/11 the consumer stated the head rest obstructs the driver's view when backing out of a parking space. Also, when driving down a small incline to enter a small street, the front under carriage of the vehicle scrapped the street. The platform for the foot rest on the driver; side for the left foot caused the consumer to experience foot cramps as her ankle was in a flex position as there was not enough space. Updated 05/17/11 *jb the consumer stated vehicle pulled to the right. The dealer informed the consumer there were two different typed of tires on the vehicle, which was causing the vehicle to pull to the right. The consumer. The consumer took the vehicle to another establishment where they informed her, the odometer had been rolled back 2500 miles. Updated 09/20/11
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