Is Your Impala Experiencing Mysterious Engine Problems?
If your 2012-2016 Chevrolet Impala is suddenly stalling, refusing to start, or displaying a persistent Check Engine Light with a flurry of communication codes, the culprit is often the Engine Control Module (ECM). As the central computer for your engine, a failing ECM can cause a cascade of frustrating issues, from poor fuel mileage and erratic shifting to a complete no-start condition. In my 20+ years in the shop, I’ve seen countless vehicles where owners have replaced sensor after sensor, only to find the root cause was the ECM itself.
The Brain of Your Engine’s Operation
Think of the ECM as the mission control for your vehicle’s powertrain. It constantly analyzes data from dozens of sensors—like the crankshaft position, oxygen sensors, and throttle position—to make millions of calculations per second. It uses this information to precisely manage fuel injection, ignition timing, and variable valve timing. When internal components on the ECM’s circuit board fail, these calculations become corrupt, leading to the performance problems you’re experiencing. This isn’t just an inconvenience; it can affect your vehicle’s reliability and safety.
Expert Pro Tip: Check the Basics First
Before condemning your ECM, I always tell my customers to perform a simple but critical check. Using a multimeter, verify you have solid power and ground connections at the ECM harness. I’ve seen cases where a corroded ground wire mimics a failed ECM perfectly. A 10-minute check can save you from replacing a perfectly good part. Also, ensure your battery is fully charged and the terminals are clean and tight, as low voltage can cause all sorts of electronic gremlins.
The Direct, Hassle-Free Solution
This Engine Control Module is the definitive solution to get your Impala, or other compatible GM vehicle, running correctly again. The biggest hurdle with ECM replacement has always been the expensive and time-consuming programming required at a dealership. We eliminate that entirely. By providing us with your vehicle’s Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) during checkout, we program the module specifically for your car before it even leaves our facility.
- ✔ VIN-Programmed for Your Vehicle: We flash the unit with the latest GM-certified software updates for your exact car. This ensures optimal performance and compatibility.
- ✔ Truly Plug-and-Play: Once you receive the module, installation is straightforward. No additional programming or dealer visits are required. In most cases, a simple security relearn procedure is all that’s needed.
- ✔ Cost-Effective Repair: Avoid the high labor costs and programming fees associated with a dealership repair. This is a solution you can often install yourself in your own driveway.
- ✔ Guaranteed Compatibility: This module is a direct replacement for several part numbers, including 12651994, 12643248, 12652814, and AA69.
Will This Fit My Vehicle?
While this is a popular part for the 2012-2016 Impala, this ECM was used across a wide range of General Motors vehicles. Please verify your original part number or match your vehicle to the list below. The location can vary, from being mounted to the air cleaner bracket on an Impala to residing behind the fan shroud on an Acadia.
This ECM is a confirmed fit for the following vehicles and options:
- ✔ Acadia: 2012 (behind fan shroud)
- ✔ Camaro: 2012 (3.6L, ID 12643248 or 12651994)
- ✔ Caprice: 2012-2013 (3.6L)
- ✔ Captiva Sport: 2012-2013 (LH engine compartment, ID 12643248 or 12651994)
- ✔ CTS: 2012 (3.6L, ID 12641994 or 12643248), 2013 (3.0L or 3.6L), 2014 (Coupe/SW, 3.0L or 3.6L)
- ✔ Enclave: 2012 (behind fan shroud)
- ✔ Equinox: 2012 (LH engine compartment)
- ✔ Impala: 2012-2013 (air cleaner bracket), 2014-2016 (Limited, VIN W)
- ✔ LaCrosse: 2012 (LH engine compartment)
- ✔ Malibu: 2013 (2.4L, ID 12651994, 12652814, or 12643248)
- ✔ Orlando: 2012-2013 (LH engine compartment, ID 12651994 or 12643248)
- ✔ Regal: 2012 (LH engine compartment)
- ✔ SRX: 2012 (LH engine compartment)
- ✔ Terrain: 2012 (LH engine compartment)
- ✔ Traverse: 2012 (behind fan shroud)
- ✔ Verano: 2012-2013 (2.4L)
Don’t let a faulty ECM keep you off the road. Order today, provide your VIN, and receive a fully programmed, ready-to-install module that restores your vehicle’s performance and reliability.