Recall 12V377000: 2008–2012 Chevrolet Impala
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Aug 3, 2012
- Vehicles affected
- 36,413
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 Chevrolet Impala police vehicles because the front lower control arms may fracture. This safety recall does not include non-police Chevrolet Impala vehicles.
The risk
A broken control arm can result in the loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace both front lower control arms, free of charge. The safety recall began on August 21, 2012. Owners may contact the Chevrolet owner center at 1-866-694-6546.
Notes
GM's campaign number is 12104.Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2008 Chevrolet Impala
- 2009 Chevrolet Impala
- 2010 Chevrolet Impala
- 2011 Chevrolet Impala
- 2012 Chevrolet Impala
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 12V377000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 12104
- Manufacturer
- GENERAL MOTORS LLC
- Owner letters
- Aug 21, 2012
- Components
- Suspension:front:control arm:lower arm (Suspension)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology