Steering Column Problems of Chevrolet Impala - part 1

Steering wheel column rubbing when turning. When turning to the right something broke heard loud noise now when you turn wheel back and fourth hear a load noise sounds like a rod hitting something had to be towed to chevy dealer in murfreesboro TN.

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Car was making a squeaking noise when you turned the wheel. Took it in to dealer. They said steering column was leaking and could result in loss of steering if not repaired. 1300. 00 to repair. This is a 3 year old car with 44,000 miles on it. Was not covered under warranty. Losing your steering is certainly a major safety concern.

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The steering column squeaks when turning whether it's left or right turn. Accelerating only 20 mph at 2,000 rpm at the start of a green light from a complete stop on red or it jerks when accelerating after a stop at a red light like it has difficulty shifting out of 1st gear.

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This has happen 2 times since I bought it in Feb. When I was steering to the left it wouldn't turn like the steering column was locked for about 15 second and then it's fine. Thank god both times I was turning and not at a high speed.

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Tl- the contact own a 2006 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 10 mph and making a turn, a knock sound was heard from the wheel steering column. The failure recurred constantly. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the VIN was not included in the NHTSA campaign number: 09e005000(steering). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 187,369. Jo.

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The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that while driving at 35 mph, the power steering warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the steering column needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 20,000.

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Tl-the contact owns a 2001 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 mpph, the engine stalled without warning. The failure recurred multiple times. On other occasions, the the security and air bag warning lights was continuously illuminated. The contact also noticed that the steering column was loose which caused the vehicle to shake while driving at high speeds. The vehicle was taken the dealer for a diagnosis of the security light and the engine stalling. The vehicle was serviced under NHTSA campaign number :14v400000(electrical system) which the dealer was to install two key rings and an insert in the key slot. The failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for a diagnosis of the steering column and the mechanic and they stated that the steering column was loose and needed to be repaired or tightened. The VIN had not been included in NHTSA campaign numbers:08e063000(steering) or 09e005000(steering). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the approximate failure mileage was 152,000. Gb.

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I have had issues with lights for the past 6 months. First started out where if I had my bright lights on every now and again all my lights would go off while driving. The bright lights wouldn't stay on so had to hold to keep them on. Then it came a period of time where all my lights would not work. On Friday, June 27th 2014, I was at work and happened to look out the window and noticed my lights were on. Went outside to see if car was dead. When I got in the car I could see that my steering column was smoking (on fire) coming from the turn signal switch. The bright lights had stuck to on somehow and this is why I could see that my llights were on. I unhooked the battery and the smoking stopped. When I went to hook battery back up there wasn't any more smoking but my windshield wipers were going as fast as they could and I couldn't switch or do anything to make them stop. The hazards or all my lights were blinking on/off repeatedly. Nothing I could do to stop. As of now I'm driving without any fuse to the wipers and the lights work during the daytime but will not work at all after dark. I've been told the part that is needed to replace this is a multi-functional switch. However, this is going to cost $800 to replace. Many complaints out there about the same thing happening to same year/make/model car and no recall??.

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The steering column squeaks when you turn the steering wheel slowly and backing up and turning into position slowly.

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The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that while driving, an abnormal clicking noise was heard when turning the steering wheel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the steering column bearings were defective and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact also indicated that the air bag sensor light was illuminated. The dealer diagnosed that the air bag coil spring was defective. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the defects. The failure mileage was 97,000.

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Tl- the contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that while attempting a left turn, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver. The contact heard a popping sound in the steering column. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 47,000. Kmj.

Tl-the contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that a clunking sound emitted from the steering column while driving over bumps or while turning. The failure recurred at various speeds. The vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. An authorize dealer informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 09e005000 (steering). The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 92,000. Sm.

The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that when turning the steering wheel, it would exhibit a squeaking noise. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection and they advised the contact that the steering column needed to be lubricated. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified and advised the contact that the steering shaft needed to be replaced. The failure mileage was 40,000. Updated 05/08/lj updated 06/10/2013.

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Impala. The contact was driving 15 mph and attempting a right turn when the vehicle exhibited an abnormally loud noise from the front end. The vehicle was taken to a vehicle repair center where the failure was diagnosed as the intermediate shaft for the steering column. The intermediate steering shaft was replaced. The dealer was called and informed the contact that there were no recalls on the steering column. The manufacturer was called who confirmed there were no recalls and provided no further assistance. The failure mileage was 39,990.

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Impala. 2006 Chevrolet Impala ltz comments: safety concerns; I am having many problems with my 2006 Chevrolet Impala ltz. 55,000 miles and it is falling apart, many major repairs need to be done. Gm district specialist is working with me to try to get this car up to par, but so far he is not able to get the car back on the road for me. . Never been in a accident and always maintained, car is in beautiful condition outside but I think I got a lemon. Still owe $5000 of the 25,000 price. Recurring steering problems and motor mounts and axel and steering column, and head gasket. Can you help me get to the bottom of this, I have now been without a car for 2 months while 3 different dealerships have diagnosed a variety of major problems. I am a senior citizen, just retired, need my car for doctor app'ts as well as in general, I am very upset, warranty ran out at 3 years, my original dealership went under when Chevrolet had problems. I've been treated very poorly by gm's dealerships who don't want to handle an out of business dealerships problems. I have complete notes on dates, names (however it's gm's policy not to give last names), I believe these are all manufacturer defects and don't trust the car anymore. I've put major money into repairs to date and now gm wants to only cover 50% of this latest head gasket problem, that doesn't include the other problems. I think they should admit manufacturer defects and buy back my car, pay off the remainder of the loan and then I can buy a car that will keep me and my family safe. Failure mileage was 55,000. (the contact wanted to use the emailed complaint).

The contact owns 2005 Chevrolet Impala LS. The contact was driving 30 mph when there was an abnormal explosion heard throughout the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact was informed that the steering column would need to be replaced. The steering knuckle was replaced at the contacts expense. The manufacturer was contacted but would not offer any assistance. The failure mileage was 37,517.

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that while reversing, there was a sudden loss of power steering. The vehicle was restarted and operated as normal. The failure occurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the steering column and the steering module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 17,771.

Knocking in steering column while driving.

The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Impala. When driving approximately 30 mph and turning the steering column he heards a loud noise. Also the computer was not reading the tire pressure of the tire on the rear passenger side. The vehicle has not been taken to the dealer for inspection. The failure mileage was 27,000.

When pulling out of a parking lot, I felt a "clunk" and my car became very hard to steer. I contacted gm and they stated that there was no recall on my vehicle, but I could contact the dealer and he might be able to repair my vehicle. The vehicle had just passed the warranty mileage by 400 miles. I did contact the dealer's service manager and he stated that the steering column had broken at the weld. He repaired the vehicle at no charge. .

Car has approximately 50,000 miles. The steering shaft was serviced under warranty. The steering began to squeal when turning and now there is a clunking noise. There is no slack in the steering. A tie rod end was replaced also when the steering shaft was service. The service manager stated that there was a tech bulletin on the shaft but no recall. This problem definitely should be recalled. Steering failure is a possibility.

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2001 chevy Impala steering column has "klunk" sound.

The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Impala. While making a turn at an unknown speed, the steering wheel barely moved. The vehicle was taken to a dealer twice and, on both occasions, they stated that the clamps were not holding the power steering line. The hose was clamped on both visits. The vehicle will be towed to the dealer on February 11, 2008 for the same failure. The current mileage was 27,500 and failure mileage was 27,000.

Noise in steering column when backing up.

There was a loud clunking noise whenever I made a hard turn in my car - both left and right, as well as a feeling that the steering column was loose. Also, the right front tire would move by touch. I took it to the dealership and was told that the steering column would need to be replaced and I would have to have new tie rods because they were loose. I was also told by the dealer that this was a common problem with the Impala. Why has a recall not be instituted if the dealer is repairing more than one instance of this problem per week?.

Our 2002 chevy Impala's steering column began to show alot of play. We took our vehicle into our mechanic who determined the intermediate steering shaft became cracked. We then had it replaced.

The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Impala. The steering makes a clunking noise. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic and the diagnosis was that the steering column rod needed to be replaced. On April 2, 2008, the vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection prior to a road trip. At that time, the contact was informed that the steering column rod was going to need replacing again soon. He believes that this is a manufacturer defect, in which they should repair. The current mileage was 71,000 and failure mileage was 59,926. Updated 04/22/08. The steering shaft was lubricated. Updated.

There is a clicking sound coming from the steering column when turning . . . Started after about 25,000 miles. . . . . . It always occurs, everytime, and is very annoying.

The contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Impala. When driving over speed bumps at various speeds, the contact heard a loud vibration and clucking noise in the steering column. She took the vehicle to the dealer and they replaced the outer hubs, tie rods, and intermediate shafts. However, the noise and vibrations still occur when driving over variations in the road. The dealer was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The contact filed a complaint with the manufacturer. The failure mileage was 53,592 and current mileage was 74,472.

-the contact complained about the steering column coupler. GMC has known for years that this part was poorly designed, but failed to cover maintenance/replacement on it. The solution was to charge $165 + to grease the coupler at the contact''s expense. Gm c was fully aware of a problem, and did not bring it to the contact's attention, and then charged the contact to fix it temporarily.

: the contact stated while driving 15 mph and making a turn, a clanking noise came from the steering wheel column. The vehicle was taken to a dealership who determined a lack of lubrication, however the noise persisted. The vehicle was taken to an independent certified mechanic who determined that the low steering shaft, bushes and links needed to be replaced. The noise recurred after the repair. The contact expressed concern due to the uncertainty created by the noise. The manufacturer had not been contacted.

: the contact stated while pulling out of the driveway on normal road conditions at 5 mph, the steering column locked and could not be pulled to turn. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who were currently examining the vehicle. No repairs were made.

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: the contact stated while driving 60 mph while applying brake pressure the steering column made a grinding noise. The vehicle was taken to the dealership for inspection. They determined the steering column needed to be lubricated or replaced however no repairs were made. The manufacturer was not alerted.

Steering column has had clunking noise that can be heard and felt while driving. Has been brought up on different service visits.

The contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Impala. While driving approximately 60 mph, the contact turned off the high beam headlights and the electrical system failed without warning. The contact had to park the vehicle and manipulate the high beam switch on the steering column in order for the lighting/electricity to return. In addition, the vehicle received a recall repair for the ignition key where the key was replaced. Afterwards, when the key was in the ignition and turned, the vehicle failed to start. Once the vehicle was started and the key was in the on position, the vehicle would stall without warning. The contact had to manipulate the key in the start position several times in order to start the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the switch on the steering column and body control module failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer stated that because the vehicle was over 10 years old, they were unable to assist with the repair. The failure recurred. The failure mileage was 42,536.