Two problems related to steering linkages have been reported for the 2001 Chevrolet Impala. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Chevrolet Impala based on all problems reported for the 2001 Impala.
While parking at very slow speed, very loud cracking noise from front of car while slightly turning steering wheel. Happening often. Have had front end inspected twice, no problem found with wheel bearings,or tie rods. . Read more...
Want to add my complaint to the list of complaints about noisey, poorly lubricated steering coupling shaft, on my 2001 Chevrolet Impala. I have read the gm bullitten, but feel this is going to be a potential safey concern. Many owners will not pay to have this repair performed, and as the steering shaft wears from the lack of lube, it is very likely that the shafts will begin to bind, as all other rotating shafts with lack of lubrication, eventually do. This lubrication is not listed as a recommended maintenance. I, as well as many others, feel this concern should be corrected at no charge, either through a recall, or goodwill policy adjustment. Why would gm want to wait untill these shafts bind, or break, before doing something?.