Chevrolet Monte Carlo complaints by model year
2,146 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 | 42 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| 2006 | 113 | 11 | 0 | 1 |
| 2005 | 120 | 1 | 3 | 1 |
| 2004 | 230 | 5 | 11 | 4 |
| 2003 | 158 | 10 | 18 | 6 |
| 2002 | 230 | 11 | 24 | 4 |
| 2001 | 276 | 13 | 31 | 5 |
| 2000 | 233 | 12 | 35 | 5 |
| 1999 | 125 | 5 | 6 | 3 |
| 1998 | 100 | 13 | 8 | 3 |
| 1997 | 164 | 14 | 1 | 1 |
| 1996 | 155 | 14 | 1 | 1 |
| 1995 | 169 | 27 | 1 | 3 |
| 1991 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1988 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1987 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1986 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| 1985 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1984 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 1983 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1982 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1981 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2000–2010. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2000 | 2001 | 2002 | 2003 | 2004 | 2005 | 2006 | 2007 | 2008 | 2010 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 45 | 77 | 55 | 49 | 151 | 87 | 29 | 17 | 0 | 1 |
| Engine | 28 | 48 | 38 | 32 | 23 | 4 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 42 | 48 | 30 | 25 | 7 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 16 | 31 | 37 | 24 | 14 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 25 | 38 | 18 | 3 | 16 | 2 | 21 | 7 | 1 | 1 |
| Exterior lighting | 17 | 36 | 33 | 7 | 12 | 17 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Power train | 14 | 17 | 7 | 11 | 3 | 3 | 27 | 12 | 0 | 1 |
| Air bags | 13 | 26 | 20 | 11 | 3 | 3 | 10 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Chevrolet Monte Carlo recalls (27)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one Monte Carlo model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15V701000 | Oct 26, 2015 | Engine Oil Dripping On Manifold may Cause Fire | 1998–2004 | 38.2% |
| 15V201000 | Apr 6, 2015 | Engine Oil Dripping On Manifold may Cause Fire | 2004 | 30.8% |
| 14V400000 | Jul 3, 2014 | Ignition Switch may Turn Off | 2000–2005 | 37.1% |
| 14V355000 | Jun 23, 2014 | Ignition Switch may Turn Off | 2006, 2007 | 67.7% |
| 09V116000 | Apr 8, 2009 | ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE | 1998–2003 | — |
| 04V287000 | Jun 23, 2004 | GM/FRONT BRAKE CALIPER BOLT TORQUE | 2004 | — |
| 04V090000 | Feb 24, 2004 | GM/FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR | 2000 | — |
| 03V527000 | Dec 11, 2003 | GM/STEERING GEAR BEARINGS | 1997, 1998 | — |
| 03V250000 | Jul 15, 2003 | GM/FMVSS 225/OWNER'S MANUAL INFORMATION | 2003 | — |
| 03V051000 | Feb 14, 2003 | GM/DRIVER'S AIR BAG | 2003 | — |
| 02V329000 | Dec 9, 2002 | GM/PASSENGER AIR BAG MISSING CHECK VALVE PIN | 1999 | — |
| 02V222000 | Aug 9, 2002 | GM/AIR BAG INFLATOR | 2002, 2003 | — |
| 00V244000 | Aug 29, 2000 | GM/AIR BAG MODULE | 2001 | — |
| 00V228003 | Aug 7, 2000 | GM/FMVSS 209/TRW SEAT BELT BUCKLES | 2000, 2001 | — |
| 97V065000 | Apr 18, 1997 | GM/SEAT BELT ANCHOR PLATE | 1995 | — |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
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Chevrolet Monte Carlo FAQ
How many recalls has the Chevrolet Monte Carlo had?
NHTSA lists 27 recall campaigns that cover at least one Chevrolet Monte Carlo model year from 1981 to 2010. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which Chevrolet Monte Carlo year has the most complaints?
Among the last 15 model years with settled counts, the 2001 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (276) and the 2008 the fewest (2). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Chevrolet Monte Carlo problems?
Across the 2000–2010 model years, owners most often name the electrical system, engine, engine and engine cooling in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Chevrolet Monte Carlo get?
EPA rates the 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo at 19 to 22 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.