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P0121 on CHEVROLET IMPALA

Severity
Medium
NHTSA Reports
2
Most Affected
2006, 2009

What P0121 Means on Your CHEVROLET IMPALA

Real CHEVROLET IMPALA Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)

"Ongoing issue with error message relating to "service traction control" "reduced engine power" appeared 4/10/2016. ongoing history and service related to throttle position and sensor (also serviced) codes p2176; p 2135."

— 2006 CHEVROLET IMPALA owner • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),ENGINE • Filed 04/10/2016

"I am having problems with my 2009 chevy impala, it started at 43k, the acceleration pedal was changed when the reduced engine power/service traction control came on."

— 2009 CHEVROLET IMPALA owner • VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE • Filed 07/31/2013

Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Common Causes of P0121 on CHEVROLET IMPALA

50%
50%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2006
1
2009
1

What To Do Next

  1. 1
    Check for recalls on YOUR VIN

    Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. Free repairs if your vehicle is covered.

  2. 2
    Get a proper diagnosis

    A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50-$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.

  3. 3
    Compare repair quotes

    Get 2-3 quotes. Dealer vs independent shop prices often differ 30-50% for the same repair.

P0121 on Other Vehicles

Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (U.S. Department of Transportation) and the SAE J2012 OBD-II standard. Code definitions follow the SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6 standard. Owner reports are filed directly with NHTSA by vehicle owners. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not replace professional automotive diagnosis. Always consult a qualified mechanic for vehicle repair decisions.

Last updated: March 2026