10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
5 / 11
Injuries / Deaths:
8 / 0
Average Mileage:
89,352 miles

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problem #133

Nov 012020

Impala

  • 123,000 miles
The contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to lester glen Chevrolet (398 rte 37 E, toms river NJ, 08753, (732-276-1286) for recall repair of NHTSA campaign number: 14V400000 (electrical system). The dealer opened the key put a ring into the key and advised that the repair would stop the ignition from rolling however, the repair did not correct the failure when the contact drove at local speed the key rotated back to the off position and caused the vehicle to shut-off. The contact moved the vehicle off the roadway to a safe location. The vehicle was towed to an unknown dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted. The failure mileage as 123,000. Invalid VIN

- Whiting, NJ, USA

problem #132

Sep 012019

Impala

  • 123,200 miles
The contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Impala. While driving various speeds, the vehicle suddenly shut off and the turn signals malfunctioned intermittently and did not operate. The cause of the failures was not determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failures. The failure mileage was 123,200.

- Sneedville, TN, USA

problem #131

Jul 072010

Impala

  • miles
The contact owned a 2000 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that the vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign number: 14V400000 (electrical system). The contact did not receive a recall notification and stated that the vehicle experienced the failure listed in the recall campaign. While driving 50 mph, the key position moved while it was in the ignition. The failure affected the engine, power steering, and the contact was unable to brake. As a result, the contact crashed head on into another vehicle. The driver's side and front passenger side air bags deployed. A police report was filed. The insurance company was notified and declared the vehicle destroyed. The driver sustained an extensive laceration when the driver's side air bag components projected from the steering wheel. The driver had continuous headaches and the injury required stitches. Chevrolet of morristown (5320 West andrew johnson hwy, morristown, tn 37814, 423-408-2966) was notified and did not assist. The manufacturer suggested that the contact call a lawyer. The manufacturer was not initially notified of the crash, but was later contacted to report the failure. The failure mileage was not available.

- Williamson, SC, USA

problem #130

Nov 022017

Impala

  • 147 miles
Car been having coolant leaks, & electrical problems, windows stop working then start working again, & overheating even after repairs, car won't start now it shut off while in motion

- Middletown, DE, USA

problem #129

May 222017

Impala

  • 210,000 miles
Issues w/starting vehicle, doesn't turn over, single click. This started 3 wks ago. Security light came on and stayed on, would not start..reset of diagnostics, car will start a few times then not start. Remove battery cables also fixes the problem but only temporarily purchased used, replaced recalls: Key knobs & valve cover gasket,

- San Antonio, TX, USA

problem #128

May 212017

Impala

  • 220,000 miles
Car just stopped starting but the battery is good. When I stick key in ignition not saying nothing.

- Byhalia, MS, USA

problem #127

Feb 122016

Impala

  • 195,795 miles
The contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that the steering wheel seized and an unknown flashing warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 195,795.

- Hacienda Heights, CA, USA

problem #126

Mar 122016

Impala

  • 157,000 miles
The contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Impala. When the ignition was turned to the on position, the passenger side air bag warning indicator illuminated continuously. The failure recurred. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 14V400000 (electrical system). The failure mileage was approximately 157,000.

- Garner, NC, USA

problem #125

Jan 202016

Impala

  • 149,000 miles
The contact owned a 2000 Chevrolet Impala. While the vehicle was parked, smoke appeared under the hood followed by flames. The fire was extingushed by the fire department. A police report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 14V400000 (electrical system) and 15V701000 (engine and engine cooling). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 149,000.

- Glen Burnie, MD, USA

problem #124

Jun 062012

Impala

  • 120,000 miles
The contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that there was a progressing failure in which the pressure was low on the reader and the vehicle hesitated numerous times before it stalled without warning. The contact had to make several attempts to get the vehicle to restart. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop mechanic who replaced the ignition switch and the oil pressure gauge, but the failure recurred. The vehicle continued to stall. The VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 14V400000 (electrical system), but the contact did not receive a notification. While at a stop light and upon acceleration, the rpms and pressure went low, the vehicle stalled, and an engine fire erupted. The contact was able to exit the vehicle. The fire department extinguished the flames. A fire report was filed. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence and then towed to a salvage yard. The vehicle was destroyed. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15V701000 (engine and engine cooling) and was unable to receive the recall repair due to the failure happening before being notified of the recall. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000. Parts distribution disconnect. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

- Detroit, MI, USA

problem #123

Aug 142014

Impala

  • miles
The contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Impala. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 14V400000 (electrical system) and 15V701000 (engine and engine cooling). However, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacture exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

- Washington, DC, USA

problem #122

Sep 152015

Impala

  • 160,883 miles
The contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Impala. While driving at approximately 40 mph, the key emitted from the ignition switch. The contact attempted to place the key back; however, the ignition was not recognizing the key. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle stalled. After several attempts, the vehicle was able to restart. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the starting mechanism failed. As a result, the starter was replaced but the failure persisted. The mechanic then informed that the ignition switch failed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 160,883.

- South Field , MI, USA

problem #121

Aug 242015

Impala 6-cyl

  • 73,000 miles
The contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Impala. While operating the vehicle, the air conditioner suddenly stopped working after shutting the vehicle off. The doors would not unlock and trapped the driver inside the vehicle. The contact indicated that a security sensor light illuminated on the instrument panel. In addition, when the vehicle was shut off, all the interior and exterior lights remained illuminated. The cause of the failures was not diagnosed. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 73,000. MA 10/26/2015

- Catasauqua, PA, USA

problem #120

Aug 242015

Impala

  • miles
The contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Impala. The contact was unable to start the vehicle due to the key not being able to turn in the ignition switch. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unavailable.

- Napoleon, OH, USA

problem #119

Apr 112013

Impala

  • 65,000 miles
The contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Impala. While driving approximately 40 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. After waiting fifteen minutes, the vehicle restarted and resumed normal operation. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 65,000.

- Hudson, FL, USA

problem #118

May 042015

Impala

  • 105,000 miles
The contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Impala. While driving at 55 mph, the oil pressure warning light illuminated and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the oil level sensor was replaced but failed to repair the vehicle. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 105,000.

- Chapel Hill, NC, USA

problem #117

Nov 012013

Impala

  • 250,000 miles
The contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Impala. While driving over a bump in the road or while making a left turn, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was restarted and operated as normal. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 250,000.

- Wynona, MN, USA

problem #116

Mar 022015

Impala 6-cyl

  • miles
2000 Chevrolet Impala. Consumer writes in regards to no parts available to complete recall #14350.

- Benton, IL, USA

problem #115

Jan 012008

Impala 6-cyl

  • miles
2000 Chevrolet Impala. Consumer writes in regards to water enters passenger compartment through the cabin air filer. The consumer stated a $5 piece of plastic would have prevented water from entering the passenger compartment. Also, the vehicle would not start. The body control module was replaced. The consumer stated the electrical problems started in 2008 with a bad blower resistor. Other electrical issues were the driver's side window, the outside rear-view mirror control and the hazard switch. The driver's heated seat stopped working.

- Wilmington, DE, USA

problem #114

Oct 152014

Impala 6-cyl

  • miles
2000 Chevrolet Impala. Vehicle repairs were applied but consumer would like reimbursement due to recall. The dealer performed the ignition recall.

- Bradleyville, MT, USA

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