2017 Chevrolet Impala electrical problems

Filed Mar 5, 2026 · Electrical · 66,890 miles · IN

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed on the interstate, the hazard light was activated and the trunk spontaneously opened. The contact was unable to securely latch the trunk and used a net to secure it. While continuing the drive, the vehicle lost motive power and was unable to restart. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer, where a diagnostic test determined there was a failure with the body control module(BCM), and a malfunction with the trunk latch assembly. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 66,890.

Filed May 9, 2025 · Electrical · 64,484 miles · OH

Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2017 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that while attempting to register the vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 117,892 and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was registered as 64,484.

Filed Sep 16, 2024 · Electrical · HI

I have had this car for a few years and the evaporator core has failed, the car will blow air but it is very VERY hot air. The faulty evaporator core is a direct result of GM using cheaply made parts not inspected to the standard prior to installation into the vehicle. having previously owned this car in Hawaii and still owning it in a hot climate, the interior temperature exceeds well over 150 degrees Fahrenheit. This presents a serious safety hazard due to the potential for heat stroke, heat exhaustion and heat cramps which can effect the ability of the driver to control the vehicle appropriately. Children in the back seat, the elderly and even competent adults ARE AT RISK. NO ONE should be expected to pay to repair a safety hazard that GM has known about and ignored other than a bulletin the left many owners without a repair. This issue is clearly a serious safety concern and should be handled appropriately by GM.

Filed Jun 4, 2024 · Electrical, Steering · 84,000 miles · NY

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, she noticed that the A/C feature was not functioning properly. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed a leakage coming from the A/C evaporator and the compressor. The contact stated that the instrument panel needed to be repaired. The vehicle was repaired. Additionally, the contact stated that there was an abnormal sound coming from the steering wheel while turning. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacture was contacted and referred the contact to the NHSTA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 84,000.

Filed Sep 13, 2023 · Electrical, Transmission · FL

I was driving my 2017 chevrolet impala it started jerk and then stall out I had to have the car towed home onstar sent me the codes saying it was ECM and TCM problem that very scary I was in the middle of the road

Filed Apr 7, 2023 · Electrical · IN

Water leaking in trunk through the gaskets by brakes lights shorts out brakes lights and stops them from working as well as builds a poodle. where the spare tire is and rust the bottom .

Filed Apr 6, 2022 · Electrical · OH

A/C Was blowing warm air. Took vehicle to service center for repair. Air compressor was replaced. After 2 days of driving a total of 40 miles, warm air continued to blow. Returned to service center only to find an Evaporator core failure. GM issued a bulletin N182186881 regarding this repair and they advised to file this complaint.

Filed Oct 24, 2021 · Electrical · CO

Vehicle was driving and operating as normal. I Drove to shopping center, was in store for an hour and came out to a car full of smoke when door opened. There appeared to be a fire that had started and stopped originating from the drivers side door panel.

Filed Oct 11, 2020 · Electrical, Engine · 48,000 miles · MD

Once driven,car will not re-start. This will happen randomly . No clicking,no dash lights, absolutely nothing; as if no battery in car. Had it diagosed in shop twice now, can not find anything wrong (cannot duplicate no start). I noticed in car complaints .com that someone in horn lake, ms had smilar issue while driving on 3 different occasions. I believe this is a seriuos safety issue!!!!

Filed Feb 18, 2020 · Electrical, Steering · 60,000 miles · IL

The hmi module has gone out.this affects the rear view camera and the entire display. Secondly, since then the power steering has also gone out on the car while in motion!! It went out suddenly. Brand new battery still not resolved. These problems are both electrical and seem to be now common problems. Gm should issue recall as this can cause major accident and loss of life. The absence of rear camera makes vehicle out of compliance with the laws stating that all later models should have camera. There is nothing that can cause these problems. It is simply a defect in the electrical system design. These problems cost thousands of dollars to fix and usually don't malfunction till after warranty has expired.