Chevrolet Monte Carlo recalls and problems
12 recalls and 1,406 owner complaints for 8 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
12
Complaints
1,406
Crashes reported
66
Fires reported
124
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Chevrolet Monte Carlo by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 Monte Carlo | 1 | 42 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| 2006 Monte Carlo | 1 | 113 | 11 | 0 | 15 | 2 |
| 2005 Monte Carlo | 1 | 120 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 Monte Carlo | 4 | 230 | 5 | 11 | 9 | 0 |
| 2003 Monte Carlo | 6 | 158 | 10 | 18 | 8 | 0 |
| 2002 Monte Carlo | 4 | 230 | 11 | 24 | 11 | 0 |
| 2001 Monte Carlo | 5 | 276 | 13 | 31 | 16 | 0 |
| 2000 Monte Carlo | 5 | 233 | 12 | 35 | 12 | 1 |
Most reported Chevrolet Monte Carlo problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 518 | |
| Engine | 181 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 171 | |
| Steering | 132 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 129 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 109 | |
| Power Train | 97 | |
| Air Bags | 87 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 45 | |
| Suspension | 38 |
All Chevrolet Monte Carlo recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15V-701 | Oct 26, 2015 | 2000–2004 | Engine and Engine Cooling | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 1998-1999 Chevrolet Lumina and Oldsmobile Intrigue, 1997-2004 Buick Regal and Pontiac Grand Prix, 2000-2004 Chevrolet Impala, and 1998-2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo… |
| 15V-201 | Apr 6, 2015 | 2004 | Engine and Engine Cooling | General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on April 2, 2015, that they are is recalling certain model year 2004 Buick Regal vehicles manufactured April 9, 2003, to June 1, 2003, 2004 Chevrolet Impala vehicles… |
| 14V-400 | Jul 3, 2014 | 2000–2005 | Electrical System | This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. |
| 14V-355 | Jun 23, 2014 | 2006–2007 | Electrical System | This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. |
| 09V-116 | Apr 8, 2009 | 2000–2003 | Engine and Engine Cooling | General motors is recalling 1,497,516 my 1997-2003 buick regal, my 1998-2003 chevrolet lumina, monte carlo and impala, my 1998-1999 oldsmobile intrigue, my 1997-2003 pontiac grand prix vehicles equipped with a 3.8l v6… |
| 04V-287 | Jun 23, 2004 | 2004 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Certain passenger vehicles were produced with lower than specified torque on both front brake caliper to steering knuckle attachment bolts. |
| 04V-090 | Feb 24, 2004 | 2000 | Fuel System, Gasoline | On certain passenger vehicles equipped with 3800 v6 (L36) engines and certain delphi fuel pressure regulators, the regulators have a much higher than usual rate of fuel leaks. |
| 03V-250 | Jul 15, 2003 | 2003 | Equipment | Certain minivans, passenger and sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. |
| 03V-051 | Feb 14, 2003 | 2003 | Air Bags | On certain mini vans, passenger and sport utility vehicles, some of these vehicles have a driver's side air bag that may not deploy as designed. |
| 02V-222 | Aug 9, 2002 | 2002–2003 | Air Bags | Certain passenger, mini vans, and sport utility vehicles have an air bag inflator on the driver's side that could fracture at a weld during a deployment. |
| 00V-244 | Aug 29, 2000 | 2001 | Air Bags | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. |
| 00V-228 | Aug 7, 2000 | 2000–2001 | Seat Belts | Vehicle description: passenger vehicles, light duty trucks, sport utility vehicles, and mini vans equipped with trw seat belt buckle assemblies. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Chevrolet Monte Carlo?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo has the most reports (276). Check the 2001 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Chevrolet Monte Carlo have?
NHTSA lists 12 safety recalls covering Chevrolet Monte Carlo model years 2000–2007.
What are the most common Chevrolet Monte Carlo problems?
Owners report electrical system, engine, engine and engine cooling problems most often.