Vehicle recall 11V398000 · August 5, 2011
2012 Chevrolet Impala
The upper power steering hose may have been misrouted so that it can come in close proximity to and/or contact the catalytic converter.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- GM is recalling certain model year 2012 Chevrolet impala vehicles manufactured from April 19, 2011, through July 29, 2011. The upper power steering hose may have been misrouted so that it can come in close proximity to and/or contact the catalytic converter. With the engine on, heat from the catalytic converter may melt the power steering hose.
- Consequence
- Power steering fluid could flow onto the catalytic converter, and an engine compartment fire could occur.
- Remedy
- GM dealers will inspect to ensure that the upper power steering hose is routed correctly and make the necessary repairs free of charge. The safety recall began on September 5, 2011. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438.
- Notes
- GM's safety recall campaign number is 11224. 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 http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 11V398000
- Reported to NHTSA
- August 5, 2011
- Filed by
- GENERAL MOTORS LLC
- Manufacturer campaign
- 11224
- Owner notification
- September 5, 2011
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 10,344
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Hose, piping, and connections
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Chevrolet Impala (2012): 2012
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