2005 Chevrolet Impala Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 42about this part
- Share
- 7%of 609 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 79,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 42 complaints about the fuel system of the 2005 Chevrolet Impala, 7% of the 609 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 79,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved and 2 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I purchased this vehicle for suburban kia in troy. On the third day of driving it, I noticed gasoline smells coming into the car. I took the vehicle back on 1/18/16 and they were not able to find out the cause of the gas smell coming into the car. I will be taking it back on 1/21/16 when they can keep it all day. The smells come when the care is in motion. Enough fumes to take my breath away. I have to drive with the windows open.”
NHTSA complaint #10821050, filed 2016-01, 71,400 miles“From stop I would step on the gas, and the car would slam into gear. I have had to have the electrical cluster replaced $300, and the fuel control replaced (car always smelt like gas) now they think this slam is the tcc valve in the transmission which is anywhere from $600-$900. Also the steering knuckle makes a loud noise on sharp turns. Whats next? Are any of these issues recalls?”
NHTSA complaint #10508694, filed 2013-04, 90,000 miles“I am complaining about the just purchased whic was vavoline when placed in vehicle engine thermal viscosity breakdown happened and engine block seized. Restarted after oil change same oil engine block seized. With what I'm reading and watching the third or fourth vehicle towed from the neighborhood maybe it's the motor oil. I understand that high heat breaks down rapidly with soy based lubricants. I understand you might not be able to admit this or are unaware but could you please keep on file.”
NHTSA complaint #11173352, filed 2019-01, 172,000 miles“The temperature gauge, fuel gauge, and speedometer have gone completely haywire! The temperature gauge goes to hot and buzzes but my car is no where near hot. I don't know if my tank is full or empty because the gauge is always on the bottom. I don't know how fast I'm going because my speedometer is stuck on 120. The dealership knows that this is a common problem but they insist on charging $500 or more to fix it...just own up and do the recall!!”
NHTSA complaint #10446940, filed 2012-02, 161,500 miles“When I am driving my vehicle the gear shift the stick on it's own.I hear a pop sound when it happens.this happens when I am in motion and driving the car..I have already taken my car in for a recall last year to replace a ignition switch.it has been happening for a few weeks and I thought it was normal,until I was in traffic and it moved on it's own. Also last year I had to have the fuel injector replaced on my car.it had been leaking gas for a while.the dealership told me I would have to pay to have it fixed.there weren't any recalls during the time.”
NHTSA complaint #10875870, filed 2016-06, 98,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11004761Jun 28, 2024This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or…
- 10208027Jan 14, 2022This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
- 10199281May 25, 2021This service bulletin provides diagnostic tips/steps on testing for possible EVAP leaks in the system to correct a customer concern of an MIL Illuminated with DTCs P0442 and/or…
- 10190437Mar 30, 2021This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block of possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible…
- 10176607May 8, 2020This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank…
- 10176310May 8, 2020This Preliminary information communicates the use of Winter grade fuel during the warm months of 2020 and the potential rivability issues that it can cause. The ongoing…
- 10171878Jan 2, 2020This informational bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended…
- 10157018Sep 20, 2017This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
- 10137635May 10, 2017This informational bulletin advises of a new fuel injection kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves, and explains how toptier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build up.
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 2 | 13% |
| 2019 | 2 | 7% |
| 2018 | 3 | 5% |
| 2017 | 4 | 3% |
| 2016 | 5 | 5% |
| 2015 | 10 | 3% |
| 2014 | 13 | 2% |
| 2013 | 10 | 4% |
| 2012 | 18 | 7% |
| 2011 | 17 | 3% |
| 2010 | 17 | 4% |
| 2009 | 19 | 2% |
| 2008 | 19 | 2% |
| 2007 | 23 | 4% |
| 2006 | 20 | 4% |
| 2005 | 42 | 7% |
| 2004 | 37 | 3% |
| 2003 | 26 | 4% |
| 2002 | 34 | 4% |
| 2001 | 39 | 5% |
| 2000 | 76 | 9% |
| 1996 | 9 | 10% |
| 1995 | 5 | 11% |
| 1994 | 4 | 27% |
Other parts of the 2005 Chevrolet Impala
331 complaintsSteering
60 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
52 complaintsBrakes
49 complaintsExterior lighting
49 complaintsAir bags
33 complaintsEngine cooling
31 complaintsEngine
30 complaintsVehicle speed control
24 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
21 complaintsOther or unknown
18 complaintsBody and structure
10 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2005 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.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology