2000 Chevrolet Impala Equipment Problems
- Complaints
- 17about this part
- Share
- 2%of 818 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 28,696miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 17 complaints about the equipment of the 2000 Chevrolet Impala, 2% of the 818 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 28,696 miles. 2 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The security system came on while driving and shut the automobile down. Chevrolet put in a body control module in 08-12-03. On 01-15-2004, while attempting to start, vehicle shut down. This time the driver was locked inside the vehicle. The door locks did not release, and the key did not come out of the ignition.”
NHTSA complaint #10055683, filed 2004-01, 17,500 miles“A/c emits foul odors (mold/mildew). Brakes pulsate, warning & ABS lights come on. Check engine lights come on, stalled once, uncontrolled acceleration from start up twice. Steering: intermediate shaft replaced at 42,618 miles; rack & pinion leaking at 65,307 popping & muffled explosion sound in cold weather start ups, paint peeled off front & bumper of car. Weather stripping adhesive liquifies on door posts in hot weather. Airbag warning light comes on”
NHTSA complaint #10070136, filed 2004-01, 24,243 miles“Musty smell coming from air conditioning. Also, the steering wheel makes a weird noise when turning. The turn signals will go ballistic at times, flickering faster and faster. The inside lights also flicker at different intensities.”
NHTSA complaint #10048920, filed 2003-11, 33,150 miles“The contact owns a 2000 Chevrolet Impala. While operating the vehicle, the air conditioner suddenly stopped working after shutting the vehicle off. The doors would not unlock and trapped the driver inside the vehicle. The contact indicated that a security sensor light illuminated on the instrument panel. In addition, when the vehicle was shut off, all the interior and exterior lights remained illuminated. The cause of the failures was not diagnosed. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 73,000. Ma 10/26/2015”
NHTSA complaint #10762045, filed 2015-09, 73,000 miles“2000 Chevrolet Impala. Consumer writes in regards to traction control system problems. The consumer stated the part for the traction control system was no longer being manufactured. Also, she had problems with the windows and air condition, but was never able to get them fixed as she is on a fixed income.”
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Equipment: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 6 | 1% |
| 2013 | 1 | 0% |
| 2011 | 4 | 1% |
| 2010 | 4 | 1% |
| 2009 | 4 | 0% |
| 2008 | 11 | 1% |
| 2007 | 12 | 2% |
| 2006 | 9 | 2% |
| 2005 | 8 | 1% |
| 2004 | 13 | 1% |
| 2003 | 9 | 1% |
| 2002 | 21 | 3% |
| 2001 | 17 | 2% |
| 2000 | 17 | 2% |
| 1995 | 1 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2000 Chevrolet Impala
187 complaintsEngine cooling
159 complaintsSteering
124 complaintsAir bags
80 complaintsFuel system
76 complaintsEngine
71 complaintsExterior lighting
67 complaintsBrakes
56 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
52 complaintsSuspension
34 complaintsBody and structure
31 complaintsVehicle speed control
29 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2000 Chevrolet Impala
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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