2001 Chevrolet Impala recalls and problems
The 2001 Chevrolet Impala has 7 safety recalls and 742 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Chevrolet dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2001 Chevrolet Impala vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2001 Chevrolet Impala recalls
Recall 15V-701: Engine and Engine Cooling
Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 1998-1999 Chevrolet Lumina and Oldsmobile Intrigue, 1997-2004 Buick Regal and Pontiac Grand Prix, 2000-2004 Chevrolet Impala, and 1998-2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vehicles. The affected vehicles were previously repaired under recalls 08V-118, 09V-116, and 15V-201 to address the possibility that engine oil may drip onto the hot exhaust manifold.
Risk: Engine oil that drips onto the hot surface of the exhaust manifold may result in a fire.
Fix: The remedy applied under recalls 08V-118, 09V-116, and 15V-201 did not adequately remove the safety risk. Under the improved remedy, dealers will replace the engineÂs front valve cover and gasket. Vehicles that are covered by recalls 08V-118, 09V-116, or 15V-201 that have not yet received the original remedy will instead receive the improved remedy under the original recall number. The recall began on February 19, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Oldsmobile customer service at 1-800-442-6537 and Pontiac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 15757. Note: Until the improved remedy has been applied, owners are advised to park their vehicle outside since the fire risk exists even when the vehicle is unattended.
Recall 14V-400: Electrical System
Problem: This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on July 3, 2014, that they are recalling 5,877,718 model year 2000-2005 Chevrolet Impala and Monte Carlo, 1997-2003 Chevrolet Malibu, 2004-2005 Malibu Classic, 1999-2004 Oldsmobile Alero, 1998-2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue, 1999-2005 Pontiac Grand Am and 2004-2008 Pontiac Grand Prix vehicles. In these models, the weight on the key ring and/or road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.
Risk: If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install two key rings and an insert in the key slot or a cover over the key head on all ignition keys, free of charge. The recall began on September 9, 2014. GM's number for this recall is 14350.
Recall 09V-116: Engine and Engine Cooling
Problem: General motors is recalling 1,497,516 my 1997-2003 buick regal, my 1998-2003 chevrolet lumina, monte carlo and impala, my 1998-1999 oldsmobile intrigue, my 1997-2003 pontiac grand prix vehicles equipped with a 3.8l v6 naturally aspirated engine. Some of these vehicles have a condition in which drops of engine oil may be deposited on the exhaust manifold through hard braking.
Risk: If the manifold is hot enough and the oil runs below the heat shield, it may ignite into a small flame and may spread to the plastic spark plug wire channel and beyond increasing the risk of an engine compartment fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the engineâs front valve cover and front-valve-cover gasket with new parts of an improved design and remove the engineâs plastic cover and plastic oil-fill-tube extension, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during may 2016. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537, and pontiac at 1-800-620-7668 or http://www.pontiac.com or http:www.gmownercenter.com.
Recall 01V-136: Fuel System, Gasoline
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with a 3.4l engine and non-antilock braking system (Abs). These vehicles fail to comply with requirements of FMVSS no. 301, "fuel system integrity." a fuel return line can become severed in a frontal collision, resulting in fuel spillage.
Risk: If an ignition source was present, a fire could occur.
Fix: Dealers will install a brake master cylinder bracket that will maintain positioning of the fuel line in a frontal crash. Owner notification began june 29, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020.
Recall 00V-371: Air Bags
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Some of these vehicles exhibit a condition in which the driver side impact air bag inflator separates from the air bag module during deployment.
Risk: If the inflator separates, the air bag will not deploy properly during a crash and occupant protection would be reduced. If is also possible that a separated inflator could be propelled downward and could result in injury to a rear seat passenger whose foot is positioned approximately under the inflator module.
Fix: Dealers will replace the side impact air bag module.
Recall 00V-244: Air Bags
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The air bag sensing and diagnostic modules (Sdm) could experience a memory error resulting in the air bags not deploying in a crash situation.
Risk: In a crash, a front seat occupant may receive more serious injuries.
Fix: Dealers will replace the sensing and diagnostic module.
Recall 00V-228: Seat Belts
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles, light duty trucks, sport utility vehicles, and mini vans equipped with trw seat belt buckle assemblies. The buckle base of these seat belt assemblies were not properly heat treated and therefore do not pass the load bearing requirement of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 209, "seat belt assemblies."
Risk: In the event of a vehicle crash, the occupant may not be properly restrained.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the vehicle's safety belt buckle assembly date codes and, if necessary, will replace any safety belt buckle assembly.
2001 Chevrolet Impala problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 232 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 124 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 84 | |
| Steering | 77 | |
| Engine | 68 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 58 | |
| Power Train | 58 | |
| Air Bags | 49 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 29 | |
| Unknown or Other | 23 | |
| Suspension | 18 | |
| Visibility | 17 |
Most reported parts
- Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 45
- Exterior Lighting › Turn Signal — 22
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Rotor — 18
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Cooling System — 17
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 16
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip — 13
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System › Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe — 13
- Exterior Lighting › Hazard Flashing Warning Lights › Switch — 11
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 80,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2001 Chevrolet Impala complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2001 Chevrolet Impala have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 7 recalls for the 2001 Chevrolet Impala: 15V-701 (engine and engine cooling), 14V-400 (electrical system), 09V-116 (engine and engine cooling), 01V-136 (fuel system, gasoline), 00V-371 (air bags) and more. Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2001 Chevrolet Impala?
Owners report electrical system problems most often (232 reports), followed by engine and engine cooling (124). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 80,000 miles.
Are Chevrolet recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Chevrolet dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.