2006 Chevrolet Impala Problems and Repair Histories
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Chevrolet Impala Reliability through December 31, 2012
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
| Year | Make/Model | Trips/Year/100 Cars | Compared to all models for the same year | |
| 2006 | Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo | 16 Impala / Monte Carlos, 9.7 months of data per Impala / Monte Carlo, average 82200 miles Small sample size. Join or 16 Impala / Monte Carlos, 9.7 months of data per Impala / Monte Carlo, average 82200 miles Small sample size. sign in to view |
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2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 2dr Coupe
211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD
| Chevrolet Monte Carlo in Illinois, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2006 | 2 | Power steering noise, dealership replaced p/s hose under warranty, 1 day later, same hose burst upon startup, spilling p/s fluid all over the driveway and engine compartment. towed back to dealership for same repair again. | |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006 Chevrolet Impala
Engine not specified
| Chevrolet Impala in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 81000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2010 | 82000 | 500 | Vehicle DIC (Driver Info Center) displayed "Engine Hot / A/C Off" and temp gauge dropped to zero. With no temp gauge, it was decided it was best to have it towed. Dealer replaced: Temp sensor Returned 2 week later for reflash of computer. Transmission was shifting funny, in particular when shifting into drive after backing up. Dealer rebuilt transmission. |
| Apr | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Chevrolet Impala in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2009 | 31000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2009 | 34000 | 0 | Intermediate steering shaft clunk TPMS sensor errors Window regulators noisy, Power Seat motor noisy. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Chevrolet Impala in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2010 | 58000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2010 | 61000 | 200 | Water pump failed causing the drive belt to shred. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sedan
303-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic FWD
| Chevrolet Impala in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2006 | 0 | remote control receiver was replaced | |
| Oct | 2007 | 0 | leak in cabin | |
| Nov | 2007 | 0 | leak in cabin | |
| Jan | 2008 | 14700 | 0 | Placed car under lemon law prior to fourth repair of leak. Factory sent to another dealer who identified that sunroof water tray was never drilled where hose fits onto fitting. They removed sunroof, drilled the hole and hopefully this will correct problem |
| Sep | 2009 | 31000 | 0 | intermediate steering shaft replaced |
| Dec | 2009 | 31000 | 0 | Transmission was intermittently slipping. Shop replaced leak in supply lines |
| Apr | 2011 | 48000 | 1600 | replaced cabin blower, cooling system fluid, front rotors and pads |
| Sep | 2011 | 55000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Chevrolet Impala in Iowa, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2011 | 800 | Bad sensors; replaced | |
| Jul | 2011 | 106000 | 0 | "Customer Satisfaction" repair. Replaced power steering hose. No problem had been observed, so was preventative. |
| Jun | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Chevrolet Impala in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2007 | 0 | Tire pressure sensors were a big problem with the vehicle, and had to be replaced or reprogrammed every time the oil was changed (about every 3 months). There was usually one that wouldn't be working right after that amount of time. | |
| Apr | 2007 | 0 | Had the tie rod ends prematurely wear (in my opinion) at about 24,000 kms. I treated the car gently, so I thought it was a bit early. GM said it's normal however and that they were getting newer cars with fewer kms in the shop for the same thing. | |
| Nov | 2008 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Chevrolet Impala in Delaware, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2006 | 0 | Replace side molding that was falling off. | |
| Chevrolet Impala in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2007 | 14000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2009 | 28000 | 0 | Power steering failed - noticed loud noise when turning wheel, and fluid was leaking under car. Had to keep filling ps reservoir to drive it to dealership. Under warranty, dealer replaced a ps hose and "intermediate steering column." |
| Dec | 2011 | 58000 | 0 | premature paint/finish degradation inside trim failure erroneous messages by the TPMS, erratic & unpredictable failures of the remote start – but we haven’t taken it to the shop because the primary driver of that car isn’t bothered by those failures. |
| Nov | 2012 | 63300 | 55 | Loud ticking coming from right side of dash. Diagnosed from internet search as a faulty HVAC vent motor. Removed glove box and replaced the bad motor. |
| Dec | 2012 | 64000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Chevrolet Impala in Utah, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2008 | 14000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2008 | 19000 | 0 | Found bad tire pressure sensor in right rear wheel. |
| Sep | 2009 | 24000 | 0 | Moldings were coming off. Had them re-attached |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sedan
242-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD
| Chevrolet Impala in Tennessee, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2011 | 79000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2012 | 84500 | 183 | Waterpump replaced at 83000 miles |
| Dec | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Chevrolet Impala in Tennessee, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2011 | 94000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2012 | 115700 | 50 | I have to replace the solenoid for the gear selector. |
| Jan | 2013 | 118000 | 524 | Power steering hose had a leak which led to the power steering pump failure. |
| Chevrolet Impala in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2007 | 0 | RCDLR module and antenna, RKE Transmitter (Controls TPS, auto start,remotes) Replaced under warranty | |
| Oct | 2007 | 0 | Emission canister vent solenoid-Replaced under Warranty | |
| Nov | 2007 | 0 | K7536 Clutch input. R&R transmission, replaced Input housing, resealed and replaced. | |
| Sep | 2009 | 27280 | 300 | Replaced right front/rear door window appliques. Reason: degradation of finish caused by environmental elements. |
| Jan | 2010 | 28100 | 1130 | Water pump and coolant crossover gaskets developed bad leak aand were replaced with all cost paid by owner. |
| Dec | 2011 | 34100 | 400 | Clunking steering. Replaced internediate steering shaft with modified GM replacement. |
| Mar | 2013 | 36580 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Chevrolet Impala in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2007 | 33000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2007 | 38000 | 900 | Check engine light on (then off, then back on) plus sporadic warnings to tighten gas-cap - which was tight! Needed new sensor(s) . Replaced Remote Key-Less Entry receiver and keyfobs. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Chevrolet Impala in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2007 | 27000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2008 | 39000 | 0 | Steering pump excessive noise. Replaced steering pump |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Chevrolet Impala in Iowa, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2007 | 34000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2007 | 35000 | 0 | Power steering pump was failing and was replaced. Head gasket was leaking not allowing hot air to blow and defrost the windshield. Tie rods were replaced and the car was realigned. |
| Apr | 2008 | 39000 | 365 | The intermediate shaft was replaced. The grease had "evaporated" out I was told. |
| Mar | 2010 | 63000 | 209 | Tire pressure sensor |
| May | 2010 | 65700 | 30 | Cooling line fitting. |
| Sep | 2010 | 70000 | 375 | Water pump replaced. Serpintine belt replaced. |
| Mar | 2011 | 77000 | 250 | Thermostat replaced |
| Jul | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006 Chevrolet Impala 4dr Sedan
211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD
| Chevrolet Impala in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2006 | 0 | 1. Key could not be removed from ignition - replaced actuator plunger assembly. 2. Squealing Front Pass Door Window - needed to be reset on track and lubed. | |
| Jul | 2007 | 0 | 1. Rear Window Defrost inoperable due to bad ground. 2. Squealing Front Pass Door Window - needed to be reset on track and lubed. 3. Front and Rear Disc Rotors warped - needed to be turned. 4. RKE Fob unlock graphic warn - replaced Fob. | |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Chevrolet Impala in Michigan, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2010 | 630 | Replaced water pump | |
| Sep | 2011 | 167000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Chevrolet Impala in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2012 | 183000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2012 | 183000 | 75 | Water pump leak. Replaced pump. |
| Chevrolet Impala in Idaho, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2006 | 0 | Replacement of heater lines as part of TSB for reduction of noise coupled into cabin from EVAP Purge Valve operation. Prior to this repair a tapping noise could be heard though the firewall when the EVAP Purge Valve was activated. This noise was just a | |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Chevrolet Impala in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2008 | 44000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 100000 | 180 | water pump leaking coolant |
| Jun | 2012 | 124000 | 60 | the right outer tie rod end was found to be worn, ordered a new one and installed it. |
| Jan | 2013 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Chevrolet Impala in Arkansas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2010 | 66000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2010 | 67000 | 200 | transmission cooler line coupler leaking fluid in driveway drivers side heater didn't heat, ran diagnostic test(75.00), decided it was passenger side actuator valve that needed to be replaced...wanted another 400 dollars to replace due to location in dash. Bought the "Chinese Made" part for 30.00; |
| Jun | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Chevrolet Impala in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2007 | 0 | Loud engine whine...whine increased/decreased with engine RPM's. Dealer diagnosed as a failure of the power steering pressure hose. Common Impala problem in cold climates. Replaced and repaired per TSB under warranty. | |
| Jun | 2008 | 28000 | 0 | Vibration/rattle in driver's side dashboard. Removed dash "endcap". Tightened all visible screws and bolts. Replaced "endcap". Vibration/rattle signficantly reduced. |
| Aug | 2008 | 30000 | 0 | Driver's side exterior B-Pillar trim pieces (appliques) delaminating/discoloring. Dealer stated they will look at and confirm it is a workmanship issue and possibly replace under warranty. No immediate action taken at this point. |
| Oct | 2008 | 32500 | 500 | Vibration and surging while braking-dealer resurfaced all four rotors. Steering wheel off center and vehicle pulled right-dealer performed four-wheel alignment Knock/clunk in steering column-dealer replaced Intermediate Steering Shaft under warranty. |
| Nov | 2008 | 34000 | 0 | Car experienced massive coolant loss. Noticed coolant covering engine and underside of hood. Saw Dex-cool running down the back of the fan/radiator. Dealer pressure tested cooling system and replaced water pump under warranty. Seems OK after repair. |
| Jun | 2009 | 43000 | 0 | Prominent buzz coming from driver's side dash. Inserted packing foam into gap between dash and a-pillar. Buzz eliminated. |
| May | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Chevrolet Impala in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2008 | 43000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2009 | 57000 | 0 | replace power steering hose |
| Sep | 2009 | 64000 | 400 | steering shaft |
| Jul | 2010 | 80000 | 172 | Check valve for fuel tank vent replaced. Onstar diagnosed |
| Feb | 2012 | 114000 | 450 | Water pump leaking, serpentine belt and upper and lower radiator hoses also replaced preventively |
| Mar | 2013 | 134000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Chevrolet Impala in Georgia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2010 | 62000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2010 | 63000 | 3200 | overheated, blown headgasket |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Chevrolet Impala in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 140000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2010 | 143000 | 943 | Replaced transmission solenoids |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Chevrolet Impala in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2011 | 139500 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2011 | 140740 | 120 | damaged wire to transmission sensor |
| Chevrolet Impala in Minnesota, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 55000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2011 | 59000 | 0 | Car would not heat while in idle, we bled the hoses from the heater core and it fixed the problem. |
| Dec | 2011 | 68000 | 120 | Had to replace water pump. |
| May | 2012 | 73000 | 100 | Had to replace the battery. |
| Dec | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Chevrolet Impala in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2012 | 45260 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2012 | 45260 | 800 | steering shaft was replaced |
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