CarRecallWatchThe 2003 Chevrolet Impala has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 695 complaints with NHTSA, including 32 crashes, 32 fires, 26 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (271 reports).
2003 Chevrolet Impala recalls
Oil Leak Onto Hot Exhaust Can Cause Engine Fire
Engine oil can drip onto the hot exhaust manifold on these vehicles.
Most common 2003 Chevrolet Impala problems
Problem areas named in the 695 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 271 |
| Exterior Lighting | 109 |
| Engine | 88 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 86 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 58 |
| Air Bags | 41 |
| Power Train | 30 |
| Steering | 30 |
| Unknown Or Other | 24 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 23 |
What owners report
My understanding is that a rain leakage into the front passenger floor is a very common problem with 2003 and 2004 Chevy Impala's. This is a safety issue due to mold. My complaint is about the fact that this is not a safety recall under NHTSA that Chevy Dealers must repair at no cost. I have this issue and it is a big problem for health and safety, so the fact that it is not a recall is infuriating. This is NOT a simple wear and tear problem. It is a manufacturing or design defect in 2003 and 2004 Chevy Impalas.
My car sometimes cuts off while driving. Was on highway 301 running about 60 mph in the middle lane and just lost power no warning. No code no nothing. Sacred me, I truly feel that's a safety issue, for me and the cars behind me. It's bad not knowing when or where this will happen again.
After I go back and forth between my bright headlights and regular All of a sudden my headlights shut off it happens after so many times going between them
Ignition lock issue. Iâm guessing security light came on hard to start vehicle when switch doesnât work. Almost left me stranded. Apparently this is common. I have kids and if I get stranded with them what am I supposed to do? Something needs to be done
I have a 2003 Chevrolet Impala! Look it up on the internet, and you will see that the failure rate of the GM passlock system is huge, and massively expensive to repair! In fact from a inside relative, says GM makes more money in parts, and repairs than on selling a new vehicle! This is without doubt a premeditated flow to rip off the public! This is in fact insensitive for GM to engineer a constant, and ongoing failure of the of its vehicles! This passlock defect can not be fixed by accessing the cars computer! It should be that easy but it is not a option. Being stranded by this defect is life threatening. The problem is the Passlock system that has failed for me, and hundreds of thous
2003 Chevrolet Impala questions
Does the 2003 Chevrolet Impala have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2003 Chevrolet Impala: Oil Leak Onto Hot Exhaust Can Cause Engine Fire; Electrical System:Ignition; Engine And Engine Cooling; Air Bags:Frontal:Driver Side:Inflator Module; Air Bags:Frontal. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Chevrolet Impala?
Based on 695 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (271), Exterior Lighting (109), Engine (88).
How do I check if a recall on my 2003 Chevrolet Impala has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.