Chevrolet Impala Fuel/propulsion System Problems
Owners have filed 225 complaints with NHTSA about fuel/propulsion system problems on the Chevrolet Impala across 21 model years. The 2000 model year has the most (17). The words owners use most often: “engine power” (17% of reports).
- 225fuel/propulsion system complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 7mention a crash
- 4mention an injury
- 0related recalls
- 50%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Engine power: mentioned in 38 of 225 complaints (17%)
- Traction control: mentioned in 22 of 225 complaints (10%)
- Fuel gauge: mentioned in 12 of 225 complaints (5%)
At what mileage do fuel/propulsion system problems happen?
Based on 178 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 225 complaints, 7 mention a crash, 22 a fire, 4 an injury.
Chevrolet Impala fuel/propulsion system complaints by model year
| Model year | Fuel/propulsion System complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Impala | 2 | 13% | — |
| 2019 Impala | 2 | 7% | 85,000 |
| 2018 Impala | 2 | 3% | — |
| 2017 Impala | 4 | 3% | 46,600 |
| 2016 Impala | 5 | 5% | 84,056 |
| 2015 Impala | 10 | 3% | 49,500 |
| 2014 Impala | 11 | 2% | 57,835 |
| 2013 Impala | 8 | 3% | 95,014 |
| 2012 Impala | 17 | 7% | 50,400 |
| 2011 Impala | 16 | 3% | 50,350 |
| 2010 Impala | 16 | 4% | 88,780 |
| 2009 Impala | 17 | 2% | 99,500 |
| 2008 Impala | 12 | 1% | 113,500 |
| 2007 Impala | 13 | 2% | 116,000 |
| 2006 Impala | 10 | 2% | 120,000 |
| 2005 Impala | 14 | 2% | 125,000 |
| 2004 Impala | 13 | 1% | 101,662 |
| 2003 Impala | 13 | 2% | 140,322 |
| 2002 Impala | 14 | 2% | 120,000 |
| 2001 Impala | 9 | 1% | 159,444 |
| 2000 Impala | 17 | 2% | 160,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (0)
No safety recall lists fuel/propulsion system for the Chevrolet Impala. A pattern of complaints does not always lead to a recall.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The component is the Evaporative Emission Control System (EVAP) Vapor Canister Purge Valve.The internal diaphragm or solenoid of the factory-installed purge valve has worn out prematurely or became contaminated, locking it permanently into a stuck-open position.The Manifestation or (Symptoms): The…
Jerking while picking up speed, key fob keep saying not detected, Radio feature work but stuck to basic screen I guess electrical problem Brakes is very rough not sure
Fuel system or backfire is what I believe happened to it. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request. My safety was severely put at risk because the car exploded and caught fire while I was inside the car and fire came through the dash and air conditioner slots, anything could of happened…
I was driving down the highway in anchorage ak I heard a loud bang like a gunshot , when the vehicle was inspected I was told basically Evap, fuel system , fans , electrical , Cadillac converter exploded was the loud bang ! Serious issues have caused the vehicle to be inoperable !
UNKNOWN but I believe the sealed transmission is malfunctioning
Frequently asked questions
Do all Chevrolet Impalas have fuel/propulsion system problems?
No. NHTSA has 225 owner complaints about fuel/propulsion system for the Chevrolet Impala. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Chevrolet Impala fuel/propulsion system?
No recall currently lists fuel/propulsion system for this vehicle.
What do owners say about fuel/propulsion system problems on the Chevrolet Impala?
The most frequent phrase is “engine power”, in 38 of 225 complaints, followed by “traction control” (22).
Other Chevrolet Impala problems
- Electrical System problems (3,429)
- Engine problems (1,263)
- Steering problems (1,198)
- Air Bags problems (955)
- Power Train problems (928)
- Electronic Stability Control (esc) problems (763)
- Engine and Engine Cooling problems (673)
- Exterior Lighting problems (669)
See all Chevrolet Impala problems.