2000 CHEVROLET IMPALA — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

1,128

Owner Complaints

73 Crashes 95 Fires 2 Deaths

10

Recalls

ACTIVE RECALL

21

Service Bulletins

1

Investigation

Overview of the 2000 CHEVROLET IMPALA

The 2000 CHEVROLET IMPALA has received a total of 1,128 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 11 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION. 21 technical service bulletins have been issued by General Motors, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Electrical System (133 complaints), Engine (71 complaints), and Steering (60 complaints).

Recalls for the 2000 CHEVROLET IMPALA

NHTSA has recorded 11 recalls for the 2000 CHEVROLET IMPALA, potentially affecting up to 10,581,857 vehicles.

Recall 15V701000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE

| 1,003,556 vehicles affected

Defect: 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.

Consequence: Engine oil that drips onto the hot surface of the exhaust manifold may result in a fire.

Remedy: 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 engine’s front valve cover and gasket. Vehicles that are covered by recalls 08V-118, 09V-116, or 15V-201...

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Recall 15V701000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

| 1,003,556 vehicles affected

Defect: 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.

Consequence: Engine oil that drips onto the hot surface of the exhaust manifold may result in a fire.

Remedy: 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 engine’s front valve cover and gasket. Vehicles that are covered by recalls 08V-118, 09V-116, or 15V-201...

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Recall 14V400000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

| 5,877,718 vehicles affected

Defect: 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...

Consequence: 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.

Remedy: 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...

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Recall 09V116000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

| 1,497,516 vehicles affected

Defect: 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.

Consequence: 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.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ENGINE’S FRONT VALVE COVER AND FRONT-VALVE-COVER GASKET WITH NEW PARTS OF AN IMPROVED DESIGN AND REMOVE THE ENGINE’S PLASTIC COVER AND PLASTIC OIL-FILL-TUBE EXTENSION, FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MAY 2016....

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Recall 09E005000 — STEERING

| 979 vehicles affected

Defect: DORMAN IS RECALLING 979 STEERING KNUCKLES, DORMAN P/NOS. 697-902 AND 697-903, SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS<SUP>TM</SUP>" BRAND NAME, AND NAPA P/NOS. 7-8502 AND 7-8503 WHICH WERE SOLD FOR REPLACEMENT USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. A POTENTIAL MATERIAL OR DESIGN DEFECT COULD RESULT IN THE STEERING KNUCKLE BREAKING IN THE HUB AREA.

Consequence: A BROKEN STEERING KNUCKLE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A POSSIBLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

Remedy: DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING KNUCKLES FREE OF CHARGE AND REIMBURSE THE REPAIR FACILITY OR OWNER FOR LABOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN'S TOLL-FREE HOTLINE AT 1-800-523-2492 AND PRESS 5.

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Recall 08E063000 — STEERING

| 3,855 vehicles affected

Defect: DORMAN PRODUCTS IS RECALLING 3,900 INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFTS DORMAN PART NOS. 425-151, 425-152, AND 425-153, (SOLD UNDER DORMAN'S "OE SOLUTIONS" BRAND NAME), BALKAMP #'S 7-3057, 7-3058, 7-3059 (SOLD UNDER THE "NAPA" BRAND NAME), AND PLATINUM PARTS #'S 2425151, 2425152, AND 2425153 MANUFACTURED DURING THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER 2007. THESE REPLACEMENT STEERING SHAFTS CAN BE USED ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE....

Consequence: IF THE WELD FAILS, LOSS OF STEERING COULD RESULT, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE STEERING SHAFTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 16, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN TOLL FREE AT 1-800-523-2492.

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Recall 07E021000 — FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES

| 742 vehicles affected

Defect: CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, P/NOS. FP10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, AND FP10027-11B1, SOLD AFTER JANUARY 9, 2007, AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE UNIVERSAL PRESSURE REGULATORS (UPR) WERE PRODUCED WITHOUT AN O'RING AND RETAINER.

Consequence: FUEL MAY LEAK, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.

Remedy: DELPHI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE UPR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DELPHI AT 877-411-8770.

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Recall 04V090000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY

| 910,873 vehicles affected

Defect: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3800 V6 (L36) ENGINES AND CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, THE REGULATORS HAVE A MUCH HIGHER THAN USUAL RATE OF FUEL LEAKS. A LEAK CAN ALLOW FUEL TO ENTER THE INTAKE MANIFOLD THROUGH A VACUUM LINE. IF THE ENGINE DOES NOT START WHEN CRANKED, THE FUEL FROM THE LEAKING REGULATOR AND A MISTIMED SPARK...

Consequence: THE BACKFIRE CAN RUPTURE THE INTAKE MANIFOLD. THE RUPTURE OF THE INTAKE MANIFOLD CAN DISPLACE A FUEL LINE, PULLING AN INJECTOR OUT OF PLACE, AND CAUSING A FUEL LEAK AND POSSIBLE FIRE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS WITH IMPROVED DIAPHRAGMS. THE RECALL WILL BE CONDUCTED IN PHASED MAILINGS. PHASE 1 BEGAN ON JUNE 30, 2004, AND PHASE 2 BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 30, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT BUICK AT 1-866-608-8080, OLDSMOBILE...

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Recall 01V136000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

| 126,745 vehicles affected

Defect: 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.

Consequence: IF AN IGNITION SOURCE WAS PRESENT, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.

Remedy: 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...

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Recall 00V371000 — AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

| 12 vehicles affected

Defect: 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.

Consequence: 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.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SIDE IMPACT AIR BAG MODULE.

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Recall 00V228003 — SEAT BELTS

| 156,305 vehicles affected

Defect: 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."

Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLE'S SAFETY BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLY DATE CODES AND, IF NECESSARY, WILL REPLACE ANY SAFETY BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLY.

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Owner Complaints for the 2000 CHEVROLET IMPALA

1,128 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2000 CHEVROLET IMPALA. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Electrical System
Complaints: 133 5 Crashes 11 Fires 8 Injuries
Engine
Complaints: 71 2 Crashes 28 Fires 1 Injury
Steering
Complaints: 60 3 Crashes 7 Injuries
Engine And Engine Cooling
Complaints: 54 1 Crash 10 Fires 3 Injuries
Air Bags
Complaints: 47 11 Crashes 9 Injuries 1 Death
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline
Complaints: 40 2 Crashes 1 Fire 1 Injury
Power Trainautomatic Transmission
Complaints: 31 2 Crashes
Engine And Engine Coolingengine
Complaints: 29 2 Fires 3 Injuries
Exterior Lighting
Complaints: 23
Exterior Lightingturn Signal
Complaints: 23
Vehicle Speed Control
Complaints: 22 5 Crashes 2 Injuries
Air Bagsfrontal
Complaints: 20 16 Crashes 17 Injuries
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systemmanifoldheadermufflertail Pipe
Complaints: 20 2 Fires
Fuelpropulsion System
Complaints: 17 1 Crash 9 Fires 1 Injury
Fuel System Gasoline
Complaints: 16 5 Fires 2 Injuries
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assembly
Complaints: 16 1 Injury
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscrotor
Complaints: 15
Structure
Complaints: 15 4 Injuries 1 Death
Suspensionfront
Complaints: 15 1 Crash
Suspension
Complaints: 14
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling System
Complaints: 13 2 Fires
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip
Complaints: 13 2 Crashes
Unknown Or Other
Complaints: 13 1 Crash 1 Fire
Steeringrack And Pinion
Complaints: 12
Electrical Systemwiringinteriorunder Dash
Complaints: 11 1 Fire 3 Injuries
Equipmentapplianceair Conditioner
Complaints: 11 3 Injuries
Steering Steering Wheelhandle Bar
Complaints: 11 1 Crash 1 Injury
Electrical Systemignition
Complaints: 10
Seatsfront Assemblyseat Heatercooler
Complaints: 10 5 Fires 2 Injuries
Electrical Systemignitionanti Theftcontrol Module
Complaints: 9
Exterior Lightinghazard Flashing Warning Lightsswitch
Complaints: 9
Fuel System Gasolinedelivery
Complaints: 9 1 Crash 3 Fires
Power Train
Complaints: 9
Service Brakes
Complaints: 9 2 Crashes 2 Injuries
Steeringcolumn
Complaints: 9 1 Crash 1 Injury
Steeringgear Boxshaft Sector
Complaints: 9
Electrical Systemignitionswitch
Complaints: 8
Electrical Systemwiringfront Underhood
Complaints: 8 6 Fires
Steeringhydraulic Power Assist System
Complaints: 8 3 Crashes 5 Injuries
Structureframe And Members
Complaints: 8
Air Bagsfrontalsensorcontrol Module
Complaints: 7
Electrical Systemwiring
Complaints: 7 1 Fire
Exterior Lightingheadlights
Complaints: 7 1 Crash
Power Trainautomatic Transmissionparkneutral Start Interlock Switch
Complaints: 7 1 Crash 1 Injury
Service Brakes Hydraulic
Complaints: 7 1 Crash 1 Injury
Tires
Complaints: 7
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryfuel Pump
Complaints: 6
Electrical System12v24v48v Battery
Complaints: 5 1 Fire
Equipment
Complaints: 5 2 Fires
Exterior Lightingturn Signalflasher Unit
Complaints: 5
Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection System
Complaints: 5 1 Fire
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisc
Complaints: 5
Steeringhydraulic Power Assistpump
Complaints: 5 1 Fire
Steeringlinkagestie Rod Assembly
Complaints: 5
Structurebody
Complaints: 5 2 Crashes
Vehicle Speed Controlaccelerator Pedal
Complaints: 5 1 Crash
Visibilitywindshield
Complaints: 5
Wheels
Complaints: 5 1 Fire
Air Bagsfrontaldriver Sideinflator Module
Complaints: 4
Exterior Lightinghazard Flashing Warning Lights
Complaints: 4
Interior Lighting
Complaints: 4
Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatch
Complaints: 4
Seat Beltsfrontbuckle Assembly
Complaints: 4 2 Crashes 5 Injuries
Seats
Complaints: 4 1 Injury
Visibilitypower Window Devices And Controls
Complaints: 4
Electrical System Instrument Clusterpanel
Complaints: 3
Electronic Stability Control Esc
Complaints: 3
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryhoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 3
Fuel System Other
Complaints: 3 1 Fire
Power Trainautomatic Transmissioncontrol Module Tcmpcmtecm
Complaints: 3
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Components
Complaints: 3
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentshoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 3
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac System
Complaints: 3
Air Bagssidewindow
Complaints: 2 1 Crash
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust System
Complaints: 2
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Control
Complaints: 2 1 Fire
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlgas Recirculation Valve Egr Valve
Complaints: 2
Exterior Lightingback Up Lights
Complaints: 2
Exterior Lightingheadlightsswitch
Complaints: 2
Latcheslockslinkagestrunk Lidlock
Complaints: 2
Power Trainautomatic Transmissiontorque Converter
Complaints: 2
Power Trainmanual Transmission
Complaints: 2
Power Trainmanual Transmissionfloor Shift Assembly
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Airantilock
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Airdiscpads
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Airdiscrotor
Complaints: 2
Steeringhydraulic Power Assisthose Piping And Connections
Complaints: 2
Steeringrack And Pinionrack
Complaints: 2
Suspensionfrontwheel Bearing
Complaints: 2
Traction Control System
Complaints: 2
Vehicle Speed Controlcruise Control
Complaints: 2
Visibilityglass Siderear
Complaints: 2
Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevicesexterior
Complaints: 2 1 Injury
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasherswitchwiring
Complaints: 2
Air Bagson Off Switch Assembly
Complaints: 1
Back Over Preventionwarningsexternalpedestrian Alert
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemfan
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlcatalytic Convertor
Complaints: 1
Equipmentelectrical
Complaints: 1
Equipmentelectricalanti Theft Devices
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingheadlightshighlow Beam Dimmer Switch
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingtail Lights
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingturn Signalswitch
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection Systemfuel Rail
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection Systeminjectors
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Otherdelivery
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Otherstoragefuel Gauge System
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Otherstoragetank Assemblypressure Relief Devices
Complaints: 1
Parking Brakeconventional
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 1 Injury
Power Trainaxle Assemblyaxle Shaft
Complaints: 1
Power Trainaxle Assemblyaxle Shaftseal
Complaints: 1
Seat Belts
Complaints: 1
Seat Beltsfront
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Seat Beltsrearother
Complaints: 1
Seatsfront Assemblyrecliner
Complaints: 1
Seatsmidrear Assembly
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Airsupply
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slipabs Warning Light
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicbrake Fluid Low Warning Lamp
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscpads
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicpedals And Linkages
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Steeringcolumn Lockinganti Theft Device
Complaints: 1
Steeringelectric Power Assist System
Complaints: 1
Steeringgear Box Other Than Rack And Pinion
Complaints: 1
Steeringgear Boxshaft Pitman
Complaints: 1 1 Injury
Steeringlinkages
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Steeringrack And Pinionpinion Shaft
Complaints: 1
Structurebodyhood
Complaints: 1
Structurebodytrunk Lid
Complaints: 1
Structureframe And Membersunderbody Shields
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontcontrol Armlower Arm
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontcontrol Armlower Ball Joint
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontcontrol Armupper Ball Joint
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontshock Absorber
Complaints: 1 3 Injuries
Suspensionmultiple Axletorque Arm
Complaints: 1
Suspensionrear
Complaints: 1
Suspensionrearshock Absorber
Complaints: 1
Tirespressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
Complaints: 1
Tiressidewall
Complaints: 1
Visibility
Complaints: 1 3 Injuries
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemfanmotor
Complaints: 1
Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevicesinterior
Complaints: 1
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasher
Complaints: 1
Visibilitywiper
Complaints: 1
Wheelshub
Complaints: 1

Most Recent Complaints

#11413362 | ENGINE | | 76,000 miles Fire
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 CHEVROLET IMPALA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 09V116000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING) AFTER THE VEHICLE'S ENGINE COMPARTMENT CAUGHT FIRE. THE CONTACT PARKED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO PUT OUT THE FIRE WITH A FIRE EXTINGUISHER. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO DENNY MENHOLT RAPID CHEVROLET (2323 E MALL DR, RAPID CITY, SD 57701) AND THE DEALER INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THEY WERE WAITING FOR THE MANUFACTURER'S APPROVAL FOR REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 76,000.
#11383335 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | | 123,000 miles
TL* 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
#11328136 | ENGINE | | 123,986 miles Fire
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 CHEVROLET IMPALA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER PARKING THE VEHICLE, SMOKE WAS PRESENT COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD. THE HOOD WAS OPENED AND FLAMES WERE PRESENT COMING FROM THE ENGINE MANIFOLD AND HEAD GASKET. WATER WAS USED TO EXTINGUISH THE FLAMES. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS NOT CALLED TO THE SCENE. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DETERMINED. THE LOCAL DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 123,986. THE VIN WAS INVALID.
#11299084 | ENGINE | | 188,000 miles Fire
I TURNED THE KEY IN MY CAR TO START IT, THERE WAS A VERY LOUD POP AND THE ENGINE STARTED SMOKING. THE ENGINE THEN CAUGHT FIRE AND IS TOTALLY DESTROYED. THIS CAR HAD BEEN USED 2 DAYS PRIOR WITH NO ISSUES, NO SAFETY LIGHTS ON, NO ISSUES DRIVING AND IT STARTED FINE THAT LAST TIME IT WAS DRIVEN. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT HAS SENT ME A REPORT ON THE CAUSE.
#11299084 | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | | 188,000 miles Fire
I TURNED THE KEY IN MY CAR TO START IT, THERE WAS A VERY LOUD POP AND THE ENGINE STARTED SMOKING. THE ENGINE THEN CAUGHT FIRE AND IS TOTALLY DESTROYED. THIS CAR HAD BEEN USED 2 DAYS PRIOR WITH NO ISSUES, NO SAFETY LIGHTS ON, NO ISSUES DRIVING AND IT STARTED FINE THAT LAST TIME IT WAS DRIVEN. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT HAS SENT ME A REPORT ON THE CAUSE.

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Safety Rating for the 2000 CHEVROLET IMPALA

NHTSA has not yet tested the 2000 CHEVROLET IMPALA in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 2000 CHEVROLET IMPALA

General Motors, LLC has issued 21 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2000 CHEVROLET IMPALA. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

040604058 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

REVISED PCM CONTROLLED AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) CIRCUIT DIAGNOSIS AND REVISED INFORMATION SENSORS/SWITCHES DESCRIPTION. *TT

00704A — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

THE 4T65E AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MAY EXHIBIT A CONDITION OF A HARSH GARAGE SHIFT INTO REVERSE OR DRIVE ON A COLD START. *TT

030604056 — VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

INFORMATION ON NEW THROTTLE BODY GASKET. *TT

020602011A — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

ENGINE OVERHEATING AND/OR EXCESSIVE NOISE FROM ELECTRIC COOLING FAN MOTOR. *TT

020523003 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR

SERVICE MANUAL UPDATE REGARDING REVISED BRAKE ROTOR LATERAL RUNOUT CHECK SPECIFICATION. *TT

020308002 — SUSPENSION

CUSTOMERS MAY COMPLAIN THAT THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE SITS TOO LOW AND BOTTOMS OUT OVER BUMPS. *SLC

020867001 — STRUCTURE

SOME CUSTOMERS MAY COMMENT THAT THE HEADLINER SAGS AT THE FRONT OF THE SUNROOF OPENING. *TT

010604058 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE

SOME OWNERS MAY COMMENT ON AN INTERMITTENT HESITATION ON ACCELERATION. *TT

01360091 — VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL

SUBJECT REGARDING SHOP MANUAL CORRECTION FOR IDLE SPEED ACTUATOR RESISTANCE CHECK. *YH

030501 — STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

REPORTS REGARDING A CUSTOMER CONCERN OF INTERMITTENT OPERATION OF THE AUTO POWER DOOR LOCK FEATURE. *TT

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NHTSA Investigations for the 2000 CHEVROLET IMPALA

NHTSA has opened 1 investigation into potential safety defects in the 2000 CHEVROLET IMPALA.

Investigation PE00005 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Closed

Opened:

INADVERTENT ENGINE STALLING

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