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Vehicle history — accidents, title & owners
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2G1WB5EK3B1••••••2011 Chevrolet IMPALA
This build draws 1.8× more complaints than the average 2011 Chevrolet IMPALA build (10 vs 6).
10on this build
419on the model
76builds in total
1involved a crash
Most reportedSeats 3Electrical System 3Tires 1Steering 1
What owners of this build wrote
SeatscrashNov 2011
The contact owns a 2011 chevrolet impala. The contact stated that while reversing from a residential driveway, he crashed into a parked car. The contact stated that his view of the vehicle was obstructed by the rear middle seat headrest. The manufacturer was made aware of the…
Electrical SystemJun 2017
Constant clicking from behind dashboard the blender something having to do with air/heat runs all the time even when car is not being used. It kills my battery life and since this is a malfunction from chevy I shouldn't be burdened with constantly replacing batteries. Its loud…
Vehicle Speed ControlOct 2016
2011 impala 3.5l v6 sfi (lze)october, 2016 (60,104 mi) while traveling 60 mph, the vehicle lost power. Dropped down to 20 mph while engine surged. Display read, " service traction control," service stabilitrack," "engine power reduced." by feathering the gas pedal, I was able to…
Air BagsDec 2014
The front passenger airbag light and chime is constantly going off. At first it was random and intermittent but now it is frequent. This is with no one in thg he seat
Power TrainDec 2014
Odometer and transmission position went blank
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 2G1WB5EK3B1230904 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.