Recall
Chevrolet Impala — 12V377000
NHTSA ID
12V377000
Make
Chevrolet
Model
Impala
Years Affected
2008
Recall Date
2012-08-03
Component
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
Units Affected
36,413
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
12104
Summary
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.
Consequence
A broken control arm can result in the loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.