2006 Chevrolet Impala owner complaints

While driving on the publicway, power steering cease to operate, steering became almost nil. This is the first time that this happen, there was no prior warning, steering just went out. Vehicle was taken in to have power steering hose replaced. *tr

My 2006 Chevrolet impala with 37000 miles on the odometer has had a cracking noise in the steering like you would get if there was a loose connection in the steering mechanism. It is noticed more at very slow speeds then at fast speed. It is also quite noticeable if you are just creeping along and tapping the brake pedal. This situation has been present for the last nine months. I have not had a dealer look at this problem. The car has not been in a accident during this time nor has there been an injury due to this problem. After reading other reports concerning the 2006 impala steering. I strongly feel that recall should be in order. *tr

Consequence: a broken steering knuckle could result in loss of steering control and a possible crash without warning. *tr

At 9000 mi. A loud whinnying noise in the engine occurred. Dealer discovered the steering fluid was low due to a lower hose leaking at a clamp. The clamp was replaced and after a short while (about 25 mi.) the pump noise subsided. Maybe this will require a recall due to a nhsta report of a blown hose. *jb

Tl*the contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet impala. He discovered recall # 09e005000 (steering) for his year, make, and mode. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and inspected for one full day. After the day of service he was advised that the recall did not apply to his vehicle. One week after the inspection. While driving he lost power steering without warning and crashed into a snow embankment. The vehicle was towed back to the dealer and repaired. The failure mileage was 30,000. The VIN was unknown.

Lost the power steering. Lose of all power steering fluid on home driveway. Had the car towed to the dealer. Dealer said a hose came off and replaced the hose and clamp. Tow truck driver knew what the problem was when he viewed the fluid on the driveway. He said he has towed seven impalas in the last month for the same problem. *tr

I've had an ongoing issue since this spring with an issue on traction control and the display reporting 'reduced engine power ". I've now had the throttle body sensor and power train computer module replaced. I'll be driving at a rate of speed on the highway of apx 60mph and then these error messages appear and the cruise kicks off. There's hesitation as I try to accelerate. *js

I got a P2138 code for Accelerator Pedal Sensor error. From what I have seen this is caused by the two sensors not matching. I have repaired this issue previously about 3 years ago, but it has happened again. This seems to be a common issue with GM cars of this era.

I purchased a 2006 Chevrolet impala ltz in december of 2005 and approximately 3 months ago I started to receive a message from the driver information center that the tire pressure monitor system needed to be serviced. I have taken the vehicle to our local Chevrolet dealer on at least five occasions for this problem and it is still not fixed. The dealership has more than fulfilled it's part of the bargain in that they have re-programmed the system on at least two occasions and have replaced the entire instrument cluster at the suggestion of the factory rep. Individual sensor on the problem wheel, (right rear), has also been replaced, all to no avail. There have been numerous contacts between the dealership and the manufacturer during this time. The last that I heard after having the vehicle

Tire pressure monitor system failed key fobs became inoperative including remote start, issues are related gm has placed tsb. *nm

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet impala. While driving at various speeds, the check engine and "power down low" warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact stated that the vehicle would not drive at normal speeds. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 111,000.

Dt: the contact stated the check engine light illuminated twice. After the first time the vehicle was taken to a dealership, where they replaced a relay switch. The second time the check engine light illuminated while the vehicle was driven. When the check engine light illuminated the vehicle lost power and the engine stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealership for diagnostic testing. The diagnostic results indicated the engine dropped to three cylinders. The dealer told the contact the vehicle was going into limp mod due to computer and electrical problems. The vehicle was repaired.*ak

I got a safety recall notice number 14v355. I called my nearest Chevrolet dealer midway Chevrolet at 2323 w. Bell rd. Phoenix, arizona on december 10, 2014 @ 2 p.m.. I was told someone would call me back to schedule a repair appointment. I waited 3 weeks and got no call. December 30, 2014 @ 11:30 a.m. I was told by '[xxx]' in svc. Dept. That he would call me back in 15 min. I waited over an hour. I called them to ask why no call back. I got a recording. I called again and told receptionist I wanted to speak to svc. Manager. I got a recording. Midway Chevrolet will not help the recall customer. Midway Chevrolet did not co-operate. I called sands Chevrolet @5418 mw grand ave. Glendale, az. They transferred me immediately to svc. Dept. [xxx] immediately scheduled me to come in tomorrow.

The right and left rear doors are inoperable. I opened the door and when I attempted to close the door it would not shut. The jam was unhooked and when I attempted to open the door again it would not open. This happened with both sides of the door. If an accident were to occur the backseat passengers would be unable to get out of the vehicle. *tr

Tl*the contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet impala. The contact stated the check air bag warning light illuminated. The dealer was notified who informed the contact that the air bag sensor module needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified who advised the contact that there were no related recalls. The vehicle was not repaired. The current and failure mileages were approximately 68,000. Updated 02/10/11 *bf updated 04/27/11*jb

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet impala. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, the contact crashed into another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed and there were no injuries reported. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 220,000.

Bought 2006 impala lt used in june 2009 with 41,000 miles replaced the factory tires didn't like the way they rode. Started hearing a grinding noise that got louder with acceleration mechanic said all four tires were bad wearing on the inside. The tires only have 21,000 miles on them and most of my tires last me 40,000 minimum. Did some online research found numerous complaints about premature wear for tires on Chevy impalas. Looking at another $500 + for brand new tires if the place I bought them doesn't uphold the warranty which is for 50,000 miles/5 years. I really like this car but there a numerous problems major and minor gm needs to focus more on quality. *kb

Engine light came on, "reduced traction control" light came on, power was drastically reduced and then "reduced engine power" light came on. Car has a problem that needs to be addressed, but cutting off power and acceleration while I'm making a turn with oncoming traffic or driving 70+ MPH is not a safe way of addressing that problem. I can turn off the car and regain power. Nearly any other way of addressing the code would be infinitely better than killing power while driving. It is not safe. *tr

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet impala. The contact stated that while completing a left turn, the vehicle suddenly accelerated and the contact lost control and crashed into the rear of another vehicle. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was towed to a local body shop but was not repaired. The approximate failure and current mileage was 82,000.

Rear window defogger not operating due to loose wire, causing to spark when going over bumps did not know this till recently vehicle may have caught on fire if I did not see it was detached from the windsheild. *nm