Ignition Switch problems of the 2003 Chevrolet Impala

Vehicle didn't start, security light was flashing, was told to turn the key into the �on� position and wait exactly 10 minutes before trying to start it. It worked, but the issue became worse and worse until it no longer started. Was then told to replace keys, did that, same issue. When blinkers were used, a loud buzzing noise occurred and every light on the dash lit up, the gear shift labels began flickering and the stereo did as well. The dealership has replaced the bcm and the ignition switch, and it had finally started, until I went to try to go somewhere. No one knows what is going on and multiple people have said that this issue is very common in this type of vehicle.

When I turn ignition switch on 10 times and finally star running engine then later I saw that airbags light on 5 mins self off all clusters but still running engine. Then, I turn off ignition then turn back on same things 15 times. I don't know what's wrong with car. The battery is good.

First was hazardous switch driving night lost lights on dash and driving light,took to dealer short out wiring from hazard switch cost 650. 00 was told by service rep on going problem with it, next was security light coming on pulled over on highway turned key off would not start took to dealer said have issues with ignition switch going to cost 500. 00. Said they know they have issues. We are retired military, this is wrong when they know they have issues they should be recalled.

After putting key into the ignition, then attempted to start the vehicle, the key would not turn. The key would go in/out, but would not turn to start the car. The steering wheel was not locked. After 20 minutes of tapping/shaking the key the ignition switch turned and the car was able to start. For the next week, the key was in/out of the ignition with trouble, then it happened again, stranding me at the store. This time it took over 1 hour to jar the key to be able to turn/start car. After review internet regarding this issue, it seems this is a well known issue with chevy ignition cylinder locks. There are also many same complaints listed on file on this. Repair shop quotes $500 in parts/labor to fix. This should be a recall fix. This vehicle has only 57000 miles and I bought it used 6 years ago with only 9500 original miles.

The contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that the vehicle would not start on numerous occasions after an ignition switch recall repair was performed. The vehicle was not repaired. The NHTSA campaign number was unknown. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 120,000.

2003 Chevrolet Impala. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle still does not operate properly after ignition switch recall notice repairs. The consumer stated the ignition continued to lock up. At times, he was unable to turn the key in the ignition, or it would simply cut off.

The contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that the engine stalled several times, while driving at 60 mph. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the ignition switch failed. The ignition switch and cylinder were replaced however, the failure was not corrected. The vehicle will be taken back to the dealer for further inspection. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 281,000.

2003 Chevrolet Impala. Consumer writes in regards to ignition switch recall repairs issues. The consumer also stated the check engine, abs and tire pressure light was on. Also, there was a click in the steering wheel when turning it, the vehicle had an oil leak, freon was leaking from the vehicle. .

Defective ignition switch caused cruise control to malfunction.

Tl- the contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that while driving at approximately any speed the steering wheel seized. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic and diagnosed that the ignition switch was defective; he researched the issue and told the contact that there was a recall for the issue. The dealer was contacted and the vehicle was towed to the dealer. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that their vehicle VIN was not included in the recall (14350). Bd.

2003 Chevrolet Impala. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle starting problems and electrical system/ ignition recall notice. The consumer stated the starting problems began two years into owning the vehicle. Every mechanic charged him hundreds of dollars in parts and labor, only for the problem to return. In September 2014, the consumer received a recall notice. He took the vehicle to the dealer, where they put two rings on his key fob. They also informed him the ignition switch and sensor needed to be replaced, which cost him several hundred dollars. The consumer stated the starting problem has ceased. The consumer believed his problem qualified to be recalled, since several other vehicles were being recalled for ignition problems. Also, the left front door latch assembly was replaced.

The contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver as the cruise control warning light illuminated intermittently. The contact also mentioned that when the ignition key was turned further to the right, the vehicle started to operate properly. The contact stated that the failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was serviced under NHTSA campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system) but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 14v047000 (air bags , electrical system). The failure mileage was 110,000.

The contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that the dealer provided two replacement keys under recall NHTSA campaign number: 14v4000000 (electrical system). However, one of the keys failed to function when inserting into the ignition switch. The dealer placed an order for the second key to correct the problem. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 207,893.

2003 Chevrolet Impala. Consumer writes in regards to recall # 14350. * ld the consumer was unhappy with gm's cover-up, regarding the ignition switch problem.

2003 Chevrolet Impala. Consumer writes in regards to trac unit repair and reimbursement. * ld the consumer stated when the traction light illuminated, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. They discovered the lower intake gasket was leaking, and replaced it. The consumer drove five miles, after leaving the dealer, and the traction light illuminated again, and the vehicle stalled. Also, the ignition switch and catalytic converter were replaced.

Tl-the contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds the vehicle stalled while the service engine light illuminated constantly. The contact also stated that the vehicle over heats and accelerates without warning. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the ignition switch failed and needed to replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximently 200,000. Ec.

At slow speeds after considerable driving distances, on two occasions, engine turned off, leaving no power for drive or steering. Car re-started both times. No recurrence to date after ignition switch was replaced on 5/27/14.

2003 Chevrolet Impala. Customer requesting reimbursement for ignition switch replacement.

The contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that the key would not turn from the off position to an on position intermittently. The contact stated that after numerous attempts the vehicle was able to start. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, who diagnosed that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign id number: 14v400000 (electrical system). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 200,000.

The contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled when approaching a stop and security warning light illuminated. The contact had to wait several minutes before the vehicle could restart. The dealer diagnosed that the ignition switch and key needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The vehicle was not included in recall NHTSA campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 171,000.

When on the highway doing approx. 65 mph with my cruise control on, all of sudden the cruise control dropped out and vehicle slowed down dramatically. . Also the heat and ac would not work at all. These conditions continued intermittently. When we went to my mechanic he had an ignition switch waiting, he knew of the problem before we arrived. As soon as he touched the ignition switch the engine shut off. Since we had the switch replaced we have had no problems. This sounds like a similar problem as the recall. Thank you.

Cruise control goes off and on intermittingly. Heat and ac goes on and off. Had ignition switch replaced and problem was solved. Sounds like same problem as recent recall.

The contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that he attempted to turn the vehicle off but when he removed the key, the engine remained on. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection and they stated the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 81,483.

The contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Impala. While driving over a bump and shifting gears, the contact was able to remove the key from the ignition. The speed was unknown. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 90,000.

The contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician replaced the key cylinder however, the failure was not corrected. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 98,000 and the current mileage was 159,396.

Ignition switch will not turn. I've had it replaced and the computer will not recognize the new key.

My 2003 Impala ignition switch fails every 2-3 years. It causes the car to stall or not start. This part is known in the industry to be faulty and should be replaced.

The contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that while driving 70 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle failed to restart and the failure recurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician replaced the ignition switch on two different occasions and replaced the battery. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 133,000.

We are dealing with a problem with the ignition switch/ security system on our car at least once a week now. This issue began about six months back and is definitely worsening. We are experiencing wait times of about ten minutes to clear the security system before we can start the car and have been told this will eventually end up completely failing soon. Now this problem has caused the instrument cluster lights to fail and we cannot judge speed at night without a flashlight. I judge this a safety issue because this is my wife's car and she often has to depend on the car at nights and alone.

I have a 2003 chevy Impala and at 132,000 my ignition switch lock. I got the switch changed then had to take it to the dealership to get it reprogrammed I am filing this complaint due to I looked online and what did I see the same problem. We as owners of this car need it recalled. My cost as of 3/7/09 to 3/11/09 is 400. 00 and counting.

Passlock system on 2003 Impala keeps locking out the fuel system keeping the car from starting. The ignition switch was previously replaced for this reason, now it's happening again.

Went to work early one morning, when I got off work got in car, put key in ignition and ignition would not turn. Had not had any previous problems with ignition at all. I tried other spare keys and they also would not turn ignition. A mechanic say that it is the ignition cylinder is froze.

In January 2004 we purchased a pre-owned 2003 Chevrolet Impala from larry puckett Chevrolet's program car fleet, (VIN # 2g1wf52e539416756). The warranty on the vehicle was up to 36,000 miles. Until the past 2 weeks we have been more than pleased with the performance of the vehicle. On June 17, 2005 my wife, her mother and our two children, (4 yrs. And 10 months old), were traveling on interstate 85 south coming to montgomery from atlanta when the vehicle shuts down and loses all power. My wife lost all power steering and power brakes, at 70 mph she had to wrestle the wheel and stand on the brakes to direct the vehicle to the shoulder of the road. At that point, the vehicle cranks up fine and she completes the trip. Following the total power shutdown the vehicle was taken to larry puckett Chevrolet for repair. Mr. Donald barber was the associate who was our service consultant. He explained to my wife following replacement of the ignition switch that he had seen this situation before. That, was of great concern with me. Has this problem caused injury or death to another consumer? I am writing a letter to robert lange, executive director of vehicle safety for general motors, and I will be copying the NHTSA with the letter. Thank you for any assisstance.

I have a 2003 chevy Impala which I bought new in 2003 it has only 40,000 miles on it. It has been doing strange things electrically, it locks up won't start, passlock/system lights have messages like security, service vehicle soon. Installed new ignition switch, battery. Had it scanned and no problems detected. Always had a gm vehicle, if this is how they make cars and don't acknowledge that there are problems foreign vehicles might be the answer.