Three problems related to steering rack and pinion have been reported for the 2009 Chevrolet Impala. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2009 Chevrolet Impala based on all problems reported for the 2009 Impala.
The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that the steering wheel seized while making a left turn at 20 mph. The vehicle was driven to a local mechanic who inspected the failure and advised the contact that the rack and pinion needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 80,000.
The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that the steering wheel seized while driving 5 mph. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, where the rack and pinion was replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and the contact was awaiting a response. The failure mileage was 50,000. Updated 05/16/lj the consumer stated she was unable to turn the steering wheel. It began locking up, as she was attempting to park. Updated 05/22/12.
The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that while driving, a very loud sound would come from under the hood and the vehicle was difficult to steer. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, who stated that the rack and pinion seals were leaking; as a result the rack and pinion needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 54,400.