general problems of the 2012 Chevrolet Impala

Ten problems related to vehicle speed control have been reported for the 2012 Chevrolet Impala. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2012 Chevrolet Impala based on all problems reported for the 2012 Impala.

1 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 05/22/2019

While driving home from work during rush hours my 2012 chevy Impala's dashboard lights up saying " service traction control, service stabilink, engine power reduced" terrified as I was in the middle lane trying to get over as my car began to go into limp mode. I almost got rear ended due to this problem. I was accelerating from being stopped.

2 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 01/05/2019

Service stabilitrak - reduced engine power lights came on along with the engine light while driving on the highway causing the vehicle to not be able to accelerate to the appropriate speed.

3 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 11/06/2018

Tl the contact owned a 2012 Chevrolet Impala. While reversing out of a parking lot, the vehicle accelerated without warning. The contact depressed the brake pedal, but the vehicle failed to stop. As a result, the vehicle finally stopped when it crashed into an embankment. The passenger was taken to sherman elgin hospital to receive medical attention for back, neck, and shoulder injuries. A police report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed and towed by the police to an unknown lot. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified. The vehicle was not diagnosed. The failure mileage was 51,564.

4 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 03/01/2018

Hub assembly.

5 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 11/03/2017

The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Impala. While driving 40 mph, the traction control, traction stabilizer, and reduced engine power warning indicators illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle never stalled; however, there was no response when the accelerator pedal was depressed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The vehicle was not diagnosed and a dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer stated that the issue could be due to the throttle body. The contact was also informed by the manufacturer that there was a special coverage to have the vehicle repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 84,000.

6 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 06/13/2014

While driving my car highway speed was 65mph, at that rate of speed my vehicle was picking up speed and when I went to press on my brakes, it was if I was driving on ice and my car was skidding. Two days later I stopped for gas and my car wouldn't start, after my 3rd attempt, it stuttered hard time turning over. Once it did I turned it off but the car was still running. I did this several times. Very scared to drive my car back home because I'm out of town. My lights says I have low right tire pressure but I don't, it's back left tire for some odd reason.

7 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 05/24/2014

The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that while driving 10 mph, the vehicle accelerated independently without warning. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the technician was unable to perform a diagnosis. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 44,000.

8 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 11/26/2013

When driving with the engine at lower than normal driving temperature, driver stops at a stop sign and with hard acceleration the engine surges from full power to dying out as tho fuel starved. This continues in a jerking action. Until; the driver removes his foot from the accelerator and then presses the gas feed again at which time the engine runs smoothly. This has happened on numerous occasions, however the dealership can find nothing wrong as the engine is now at normal running temp. Driver was told the problem is in the throttle body of the fuel system --- help. .

9 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 06/11/2012

Vehicle started via normal key ignition. After high idling stops for warm up, vehicle starts to have odometer needle move from 500 rpm to 1000 rpm for a steady 5 to ten minutes. In addition, event occurs frequently at long stops even after car warm. Usually, rpm may steady at about 750 or so a normal rpm setting for this vehicle. Took vehicle to dealer who kept it for a week. No correction made. Dealer state waiting to hear from manufacturer. Vehicle still have problem having needle flutter between the rpm mentioned causing undue distress to engine components. Please assist.

10 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 05/01/2012

2012 Chevrolet Impala lt. Consumer states high pressure fuel pump is very noisy when accelerating from a stand still and also states issues with vibration the consumer stated the accelerator motor made a loud noise. The consumer stated the fuel lines, which apparently run directly under the driver's side floor, vibrate due to the harmonics set up by the high pressure fuel pump. The vibration is continuous and can be felt through the floor and up into the driver's seat.


Other Vehicle Speed Control related problems of the 2012 Chevrolet Impala

Vehicle Speed Control problems
10
Cruise Control problems
1
Car Accelerates On Its Own problems
1

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