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Vehicle history — accidents, title & owners
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2G1WB5EK9B1••••••2011 Chevrolet IMPALA
This build draws 2.4× more complaints than the average 2011 Chevrolet IMPALA build (13 vs 6).
13on this build
419on the model
76builds in total
1involved a fire
2injuries
Most reportedEngine 4Electronic Stability Control (esc) 4Seats 3Air Bags 3
What owners of this build wrote
EnginefireNov 2020
I was driving and a part in my a/c began clicking loudly, then the air shut off completely and started smoking. A loud noise came from where the a/c blower motor is and within moments the entire car was engulfed in flames
SteeringJul 2019
Takata recall I keep having the ABS light along with traction control light turn on every other day and in mornings it disappears as I drive. Car has 60129 miles on it and I have read on impala forums it is common but no recalls issued yet
Electrical SystemApr 2019
Driving at about 70mph my check engine light came with with the reading service stability track, engine reduced power an disabled started, service throttle instantly I loss all rmps an my steering wheel almost fully locked while the car was still on motion. Luckily I was able to…
Electronic Stability Control (esc)Apr 2018
Sudden displayed message while driving: service stability control , service traction control , reduced engine power. Car was unable to go after stop. Parked the car and restarted with just an engine light, but messages started to flash again. Did get me home
Power TrainJul 2017
Check driver side air bag light. Dealer inspection resulted in "bad sensor". Wanted $400. To replace. Current issue: away from home. Car started but engine very rough. Check engine light, message "loss of power", check stabil-track". Car would shift into drive after revving up…
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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 2G1WB5EK9B1229109 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.