Table 1 shows one common unknown or other related problems of the 2011 Chevrolet Impala.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other problems |
The vision out of the back window is very poor since there are 3 head rests in the back seat. The center one blocks much of the vision. It is easier to see a truck or an SUV behind you but hard to see another car especially the smaller type. The side view mirrors are much smaller compared to the 2003 I use to own. I was totally happy with my 2003 which is why I got a used 2011. I have added on the small stick on mirrors but they do not help much. Why can gm make such a change? to me this is a big safety issue. Looking on the internet a lot of other 2011 Impala owners have the same issues. Gm saves money with no regard to safety.
This car is a accident waiting to happen, whoever thought of putting a stationary middle headrest on this cars backseat was either 7 feet tall, or has never backed out of a parking space in it! my 5'2" wife had a fit after driving it today. I bought it 9/14/11 without her. Anyhow, for gm to let this car on the road without a backup camera or being not able to remove that headrest is just irresponsible. Drive one and you will see exactly what I mean.
My Impala will not heat in idle position,no early morn defrosts for me! took to dealer ( 10/18/11) he found a leak, replaced a hose. It was good for a while, now doing again, (10/28/11), going back in shop on 11/3/11. Also car will not heat when remote starter is used,comes up to temp everytime just doesnt blow hot air, this has been reported to them, they tell me thats "normal", what??, im sorry, but isnt the purpose of remote starters, for regulating cabin temperature? I will see how these two issues are handled on thurs, I have this funny feeling I will be back here on this site for the same issues.
The rear visibility both using the mirror and turning your head is compromised by the middle headrest located on the back seat. It should have been designed to be removed but is made into the rear seat. I believe it is an accident waiting to happen. The other two headrests also make it hard to see. I really believe it was an all around bad idea by GMC. I also get a film on my windshield like I've been smoking but nobody in my family smokes. I suggested to the dealership that it may be the heater core but they assured me it couldn't be the heater core. They told me to keep washing the windshield and it would eventually go away.