2009 Chevrolet Impala engine problems
179 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2009 Chevrolet Impala — 22% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, there was an abnormal sound coming from underneath the vehicle. The traction control, ABS, and check engine warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic however, a diagnostic test could…”
filed Feb 6, 2024
“The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle and shifting to reverse, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact continued to reverse the vehicle and felt a pulling sensation. The "Traction Control" failure light illuminated. The contact…”
filed Jan 5, 2024
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
04-06-04-051J · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Sep 27, 2024
Engine problems in other Impala years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 Impala | 2 | 7% |
| 2018 Impala | 7 | 12% |
| 2017 Impala | 21 | 18% |
| 2016 Impala | 20 | 18% |
| 2015 Impala | 19 | 6% |
| 2014 Impala | 56 | 9% |
| 2013 Impala | 30 | 11% |
| 2012 Impala | 40 | 16% |
| 2011 Impala | 125 | 25% |
| 2010 Impala | 88 | 20% |
| 2008 Impala | 134 | 17% |
| 2007 Impala | 77 | 12% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2009 Chevrolet Impala
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.