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U0101 on CHEVROLET IMPALA

Severity
Medium
NHTSA Reports
3
Most Affected
2014, 2012

What U0101 Means on Your CHEVROLET IMPALA

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

"I have about 08/1825 had the throttle body replaced on my vehicle which assisted with the problem temporarily. Then the problem started again 09/20/25 the car act like it’s stalling while driving and can’t see what hear the vehicle is in."

β€” 2012 CHEVROLET IMPALA owner β€’ ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE β€’ Filed 09/20/2025

"Power steering stability trak doors locking making clicking sound all this shows up on dash and the car feels like it is accelerating and then jerks slows down and a big sound putting it into gear and a code that says U0101"

β€” 2014 CHEVROLET IMPALA owner β€’ STEERING,POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM β€’ Filed 07/14/2023

"I have taken it in on several occasions and been told there is no active code. My transmission control module constantly looses communication. Through my research I have found numerous accounts of this part failing and GM not repairing it, nor issuing a safety recall."

β€” 2014 CHEVROLET IMPALA owner β€’ POWER TRAIN β€’ Filed 06/01/2022

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

Common Causes of U0101 on CHEVROLET IMPALA

33.3%
33.3%
33.3%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2012
1
2014
2

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.

U0101 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