2011 Chevrolet Impala Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 17about this part
- Share
- 3%of 505 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 50,175miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 17 complaints about the fuel system of the 2011 Chevrolet Impala, 3% of the 505 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 50,175 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“While driving 60 MPH, go a service stabilatrak, reduced engine power, then engine turned itself off. Fortunately, I was on a straight road as power steering and brakes did not work. After rolling to a stop, I put it in park and tried to restart. Nothing! No clicking at all. After 5 minutes and multiple attempts, car started and drove normally??? Car only has 36,000 miles on it.”
NHTSA complaint #11169858, filed 2019-01, 36,000 miles“Vehicle displays reduced power service stabilitrak system . I replaced the throttle position switch (tps) and it has came back again. Service light is on and reads p2138, tps. On hundreds of forums people are complaining of this same problem, shouldn't this be recalled? Also I even cleaned the throttle motor and position sensor under the hood, it seemed to help for a little while.”
NHTSA complaint #10577246, filed 2014-04, 50,000 miles“While driving on city beltway, I was changing lanes at 50 -55mph when my car experience shudder and the messages that came on screen was engine reducing power, check stability control, check traction control lights flash and what appeared to be rough idling. The next incident happen off and on for several days. The last known was 1/3/2013 630am and 115pm I would have to sshut down and restart until the message disappears. …”
NHTSA complaint #10490916, filed 2013-01, 47,000 miles“While driving my car started hesitating. The wheel traction and engine light came on, it had three messages come up stating engine losing power,traction stability needed I can't recall the last messages. It comes and goes on and off.”
NHTSA complaint #10701098, filed 2015-03, 67,500 miles“Fuel shift around in bracket.I am afraid a hole will develop and could leak fuel and cause a fire I believe the factory should be responsible for the repair.I was told by general motors that it was nothing they could or would do.”
NHTSA complaint #10568311, filed 2014-03, 88,750 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11007095Aug 7, 2024This bulletin provides information on the TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Licensed Brands and the TOP TIER Diesel Fuel Licensed Brands that are recommended for use in all GM vehicles…
- 11004727Jun 29, 2024This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 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…
- 10253061Mar 4, 2024This Preliminary information communicates that when removing the fuel line jumper hose care should be taken to be sure the line is reinstalled correctly to avoid a no/low fuel…
- 10250505Feb 7, 2024This service bulletin provides information on the cold start control system in DI engines to reduce cold start emissions and improve fuel economy.
- 10241417Aug 1, 2023This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 10234144Mar 20, 2023This informational bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
- 10222766Sep 16, 2022This bulletin provides information on the TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Licensed Brands and the TOP TIER Diesel Fuel Licensed Brands that are recommended for use in all GM vehicles…
- 10222765Sep 14, 2022This service bulletin provides the technician with additional information on fuels, fuel additives and fuel management.
- 10222739Sep 13, 2022This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
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 2011 Chevrolet Impala
132 complaintsEngine
125 complaintsElectrical system
95 complaintsSeats
77 complaintsVehicle speed control
69 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
64 complaintsOther or unknown
49 complaintsBrakes
39 complaintsAir bags
37 complaintsSteering
35 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
28 complaintsSuspension
17 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2011 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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