Engine Oil Leaking Problems of Chevrolet Impala - part 1

Chevrolet Impala owners have reported 40 problems related to engine oil leaking (under the engine and engine cooling category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Chevrolet Impala based on all problems reported for the Impala.

1 Engine Oil Leaking problem of the 2017 Chevrolet Impala

Failure Date: 12/07/2020

Brought my car in for routine oil change. Informed dealership of loud exhaust sound. Asked if they could check fo an exhaust leak. Upon picking up my vehicle I was informed the loud exhaust was due to a crack in the catalytic converter. I asked what would cause this to happen. They were unsure of cause it is not a normal issue for the mileage and age of vehicle. They did provide me with a quote to repair. I took my car to a different repair shop and they were concerned that this part was faulty from the manufacturer. They informed me that a recall could be possible and advised me to contact gm.

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2 Engine Oil Leaking problem of the 2004 Chevrolet Impala

Failure Date: 07/13/2020

Tl the contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that while driving 35 mph, the low oil pressure warning light illuminated. The contact stated that after exiting the vehicle he noticed an oil leak. The vehicle was towed to his residence. While inspecting the vehicle, the contact became aware that an oil line was detached and was visible from the front passenger's side wheel well. The oil line was re-attached. The vehicle was taken to bomnin Chevrolet manassas located at 8000 sudley rd, manassas, va 20109, (571) 364-7245, and the service manager was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was then taken to independent mechanic and the contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was informed of failure. The failure mileage was 108,000.

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3 Engine Oil Leaking problem of the 2004 Chevrolet Impala

Failure Date: 05/01/2020

My oil keeps leaking out and I have to keep adding to it. Ive tried sealants but none of them work to stop it from leaking as well as a sushi in my dash.

4 Engine Oil Leaking problem of the 2017 Chevrolet Impala

Failure Date: 03/04/2019

Starting in March 2019 the 2017 chevy Impala engine would stop and wouldn't start back up for at least 30 minutes. It would happen when I stop at a stop sign or light or whenever I stop the vehicle. Then in July of 2019 the vehicle stopped in the middle of the street. It wouldn't reverse or go forward. It was identified as a transmission leak. All the transmission oil had leaked out. Took the vehicle to several repair shops which they couldn't identify the problem. My transmission is damaged by now. A 2017 chevy Impala should not have transmission problems unless there is some type of defect.

5 Engine Oil Leaking problem of the 2002 Chevrolet Impala

Failure Date: 06/13/2018

Tl the contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that the vehicle was leaking oil, fuel, and power steering fluid. In addition, the vehicle failed to start and the engine, traction control, and power steering warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The VIN was included in NHTSA campaign numbers: 14v400000 (electrical system) and 15v701000 (engine and engine cooling). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in a recall and provided a case number. The approximate failure mileage was 118,000.

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6 Engine Oil Leaking problem of the 2013 Chevrolet Impala

Failure Date: 04/23/2018

Vehicle is 5 years old and only 90,000 miles and the engine has developed an oil leak on the right side of the engine. The dealer has alway done the oil changes etc, and never mentioned it. This is a fire hazard and needs to be corrected. I see from others that this is common on the 3. 6 engine no matter what vehicle it is in.

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7 Engine Oil Leaking problem of the 2003 Chevrolet Impala

Failure Date: 05/02/2016

The engine caught on fire from oil leak.

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8 Engine Oil Leaking problem of the 2001 Chevrolet Impala

Failure Date: 04/22/2016

I waited for recall parts (ignition and oil leak) and had them completed 4/13/16. On 4/22/16 my car started smoking coming off the freeway, I pulled over and the engine stalled, people yelled to get out it was on fire. The fire started in front of engine and proceeded thru engine compartment burning all plastics and wiring. Dealership says I'm responsible for the damage since I didn't have full insurance coverage. How can that be, my car was fine until they worked on it. Dealership was also very rude and condescending. I hope all Chevrolet dealers aren't the same. I gave dealership 7 days to resolve the problem, however they basically told me no one can help me. I almost burned up in this vehicle.

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9 Engine Oil Leaking problem of the 2004 Chevrolet Impala

Failure Date: 04/04/2016

The contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated there was an oil leak under the vehicle. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v201000 (engine and engine cooling). The dealer was unable to provide the part to receive the repair within a reasonable time frame. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and was unable to provide a specific time frame that the part would become available. The failure mileage was not available. Parts distribution disconnect.

10 Engine Oil Leaking problem of the 2003 Chevrolet Impala

Failure Date: 03/10/2016

Yes my engine oil is leaking and it making my car hot and I think my oil pan is full of oil every time I put oil in it it run straight out and I can't drive my car more than 20 minutes straight or it will just cut complete off and my brakes is going out they want stop on time.

11 Engine Oil Leaking problem of the 2003 Chevrolet Impala

Failure Date: 03/01/2016

2003 Chevrolet Impala. Consumer writes in regards to not parts available to repair engine oil leak resulting in engine compartment fire recall notice.

12 Engine Oil Leaking problem of the 2003 Chevrolet Impala

Failure Date: 01/01/2016

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. .

13 Engine Oil Leaking problem of the 2000 Chevrolet Impala

Failure Date: 12/24/2015

Tl-the contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that there was a bad leak of oil onto all the engine compartments under the hood of the vehicle. The contact also stated that she observed a large amount of oil present on the ground while the vehicle was parked. The contact stated that the vehicle produced an unusual amount of smoke from the hood. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact also stated that she feared the vehicle was about to explode because of the oil that was leaking. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 141,000. Ec.

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14 Engine Oil Leaking problem of the 2002 Chevrolet Impala

Failure Date: 12/16/2015

Tl-the contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle it would failed to start and there is oil leaking from the engine. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v701000 (engine and engine cooling) the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 72,000. Aw.

15 Engine Oil Leaking problem of the 2002 Chevrolet Impala

Failure Date: 12/15/2015

The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Impala. While driving 30 mph, the valve covers leaked oil. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v701000 (engine and engine cooling). The part needed for the repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 129,000. VIN tools confirms parts not available.

16 Engine Oil Leaking problem of the 2005 Chevrolet Impala

Failure Date: 12/12/2015

All gauges on the car stopped working 4 years ago around the time the pass lock had to be replaced. I have been locked out of my car many times. The valve cover leaks oil which might result in a fire. Driving it results in thick black smoke coming from the valve cover leak.

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17 Engine Oil Leaking problem of the 2001 Chevrolet Impala

Failure Date: 12/05/2015

The contact owns a 2001 Chevrolet Impala. The contact noticed that the vehicle was leaking oil continuously. Thr vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The contact received a notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v701000 (engine, engine cooling); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 141,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

18 Engine Oil Leaking problem of the 2003 Chevrolet Impala

Failure Date: 12/01/2015

The contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Impala. While the vehicle was parked, the contact discovered oil leaking from the vehicle. The failure recurred on several occasions. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v701000 (engine and engine cooling ); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 65,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

19 Engine Oil Leaking problem of the 2003 Chevrolet Impala

Failure Date: 12/01/2015

Tl-the contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced a complete loss of power. The failure happened without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the intake was leaking oil into the ignition switch, wires, and cam sensor and that the components needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure occurred prior to this failure 3 times. The contact received notification of nhsta campaign number :15v701000(engine and engine cooling)however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle failure mileage was 138,000. VIN tool confirms parts unavailable. Kh.

20 Engine Oil Leaking problem of the 2000 Chevrolet Impala

Failure Date: 12/01/2015

Oil leak-taken to huffins-plano;the cost $4500. To fix (12/2015)-took to 2nd mechanic damage so bad-recm to get new car. This had to be known by the chevy service when oil leak was discovered. Now over heats, can not drive it, expense of rental expense. Depend on others to & from work. I have the receipt & 2nd opine but do not have access to send documetns to you.

21 Engine Oil Leaking problem of the 2004 Chevrolet Impala

Failure Date: 11/15/2015

Tl-the contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Impala. The contact notice oil was leaking from the vehicle coming from the engine. The failure recurred three times. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or diagnosed. The contact received a notification NHTSA campaign number: 15v201000 (engine and engine cooling) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was unknown. VIN tool confirms parts not available. Ak.

22 Engine Oil Leaking problem of the 2004 Chevrolet Impala

Failure Date: 10/30/2015

Tl-the contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 mph, there was smoke coming from under the hood of the vehicle. The contact pulled over and discovered that oil was leaking from the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 15v701000 (engine and engine cooling). The failure mileage was 82,000. Ss.

23 Engine Oil Leaking problem of the 2006 Chevrolet Impala

Failure Date: 10/18/2015

1) car is hard to turn stationary & while turning, steering knuckles--2) power steering whining & just started losing fluid,--3) drivers seat stopped being able to adjust to different positions--4) oil leak on engine--5) paint on trunk & surrounding area is is flaking off.

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24 Engine Oil Leaking problem of the 2003 Chevrolet Impala

Failure Date: 09/22/2015

The contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 mph, a strong burning odor emitted through the air vents of the vehicle. There were no flames present. The contact noticed that a small amount of engine oil leaked onto the ground underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 15v701000 (engine and engine cooling) however, the part needed to perform the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 200,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

25 Engine Oil Leaking problem of the 2004 Chevrolet Impala

Failure Date: 09/01/2015

Tl-the contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that there is an engine oil leak in the vehicle. In addition, the ignition key needs to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 121,000. Ad.

26 Engine Oil Leaking problem of the 2002 Chevrolet Impala

Failure Date: 07/14/2015

Tl-the contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that when the vehicle leak oil. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000. Aw.

27 Engine Oil Leaking problem of the 2004 Chevrolet Impala

Failure Date: 06/28/2015

Tl-the contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that oil leaked onto the engine causing a fire to occur. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 130,000. Ad.

28 Engine Oil Leaking problem of the 2001 Chevrolet Impala

Failure Date: 05/07/2015

Tl-the contact owns a 2001 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that after pulling out from the drive way, he noticed that there was a couple of drops of oil on the floor. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician verified that there was a small oil leak in the engine. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and notified the contact that he would soon be receiving a notification for NHTSA campaign number: 15v701000 (engine and engine cooling). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown. Pm.

29 Engine Oil Leaking problem of the 2003 Chevrolet Impala

Failure Date: 01/01/2015

The contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Impala. While the vehicle was parked after driving approximately two miles or longer, smoke appeared underneath the hood. The failure recurred on at least three other occasions. The contact also stated that the check engine waring indicator was consistently illuminated and oil had to be added every two weeks due to oil leaking from the vehicle. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v701000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 185,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

30 Engine Oil Leaking problem of the 2006 Chevrolet Impala

Failure Date: 01/01/2015

Oil leak.

31 Engine Oil Leaking problem of the 2006 Chevrolet Impala

Failure Date: 02/17/2014

Shortly after purchasing the vehicle I noticed that when opening the driver's side or any other doors dic (driver's info center) stays lit and radio stays on for 15 minutes. Was told it may be the bcm (body control module). Also checked vehicle's oil and all was fine then 2 weeks later check engine light comes on and dipstick shows no oil. No leaks anywhere on driveway nor under carriage. Steering wheel squeals when turning yet all fluids are topped off. Is this vehicle a lemon?.

32 Engine Oil Leaking problem of the 2009 Chevrolet Impala

Failure Date: 01/18/2013

I was on highway one evening and my cruise control was engaged. My power went out completely on the car. I immediately noticed that the car shut down and I was able to coast to the side of the highway. After gathering my bearings, I was able to turn the car back on and drive off the freeway. It was determined that my oil was low (no warning light). Prior to this incident, I was going down hill on a local street when my warning system came on and indicated that I had reduced engine power and traction stability control issues. After going to the dealer, it was determined that my oil was extremely low, however no leaks or cause was ever found. Prior to this, I had to get my accelerator sensor replaced because the reduced engine power warning came on. It was not covered under warranty and I had to pay several hundred dollars to 'fix' the issue. As recently as yesterday, June 16, 2014, I turned my car on and the reduced engine power and traction control warning came on. I immediately turned the car off and checked the oil. It was low but no warning light to indicate this issue came on (same as in the past). I faithfully get my oil changed every 3,000 miles or 3 months, whichever is first. My oil life was at 54% yesterday and I did take it in for an oil change this morning. It is obvious based on others experiences, that this is a known issue amongst 2009 Impala owners. The fact that I did not receive a warning when I was on a major highway and my car shut off while still in motion, is extremely scary and it traumatized my son tremendously. I am hoping that some type of investigation will be initiated because it could result in serious injuries or even death.

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33 Engine Oil Leaking problem of the 2002 Chevrolet Impala

Failure Date: 12/21/2012

Tl-the contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that oil leaks around the extension pipe. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v701000 (engine and engine cooling). However the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was aware of the issue. The failure mileage was unknown. VIN tool confirms parts not available. Ec.

34 Engine Oil Leaking problem of the 2012 Chevrolet Impala

Failure Date: 10/14/2011

The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Impala. While the vehicle was stationary, the passenger side air bag cover detached from the vehicle. In addition, the rear frame of the vehicle was rusted, the engine leaked transmission oil and fuel, and the brakes malfunctioned. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 20,000.

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35 Engine Oil Leaking problem of the 2007 Chevrolet Impala

Failure Date: 06/17/2010

I have a 2007 chevy Impala lt I bought it used with 30,000 miles on it. In between oil changes the oil warning comes on telling me to add more oil. I've taken it to the dealership and to other mechanics and cannot figure out what is wrong. They have checked for leaks and there are none. They said maybe the engine is burning it off but they don't smell it. Nobody can tell me what is wrong, so in between oil changes I have to put 1-2 quarts of oil in it. I change my oil every 6,000 miles.

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