1996 Chevrolet Monte carlo problems
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Common 1996 Chevrolet Monte carlo problems
The 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is known to have several common problems based on complaints from owners of this car.
One of the most reported problems is the Passlock Security system, which was designed to prevent car theft but has caused issues for many owners. The system can sometimes lock out the actual owner, making it difficult or impossible to start the car. This problem is particularly prevalent in the 1996 Monte Carlo, with many owners reporting issues with the system.
Another common problem with the 1996 Monte Carlo is leaking coolant due to intake manifold gasket failure. This issue has been reported by five owners of the 1996 model, with an average cost to fix of $1,100 and an average mileage of 55,000 miles.
A clicking noise from the steering column when braking is also a common problem in the 1996 Monte Carlo, with five owners reporting this issue. This problem can be caused by a variety of issues, including worn-out steering column bearings or a problem with the brake system.
The 1996 Monte Carlo also has issues with the engine not starting or turning over, with two owners reporting this problem. This issue can be caused by a variety of factors, including a dead battery, a faulty ignition system, or a problem with the fuel system.
Finally, the "service engine soon" light staying on is a common problem in the 1996 Monte Carlo, with two owners reporting this issue. This problem can be caused by a variety of issues, including a faulty oxygen sensor, a problem with the fuel system, or a problem with the emissions control system.
In addition to these problems, the 1996 Monte Carlo has also been subject to recalls, including a recall for engine and engine cooling problems and a recall for electrical system problems. The engine and engine cooling recall affects certain 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 vehicles. The recall was issued due to the possibility that engine oil may drip onto the hot exhaust manifold, which could cause a fire. The recall affects vehicles that were previously repaired under recalls 08V-118, 09V-116, and 15V-201. The electrical system recall affects 6,729,742 model year 2000-2005 Chevrolet Impala and Monte Carlo, 1997-2005 Chevrolet Malibu, 1999-2004 Oldsmobile Alero, 1998-2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue, 1999-2005 Pontiac Grand Am and 2004-2008 Pontiac Grand Prix vehicles. The recall was issued due to the possibility that the weight on the key ring and/or road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine. This could result in the airbag system not deploying in a crash situation, increasing the risk of injury.
In conclusion, the 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo has several common problems based on complaints from owners of this car. These problems include issues with the Passlock Security system, leaking coolant due to intake manifold gasket failure, a clicking noise from the steering column when braking, the engine not starting or turning over, and the "service engine soon" light staying on. The car has also been subject to recalls for engine and engine cooling problems and electrical system problems.
What year is the most sought after Monte Carlo?
By far the best generation of Monte Carlo, if performance is part of the equation, would be the first generation, especially 1970-1971 with the potent big-block LS5 454. They had a ton of power and looked great, and only 1,919 were produced in 1971.
What year Monte Carlo is rare?
In the realm of classic automobiles, the 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo stands out, particularly a rare model that has recently captured the attention of collectors and enthusiasts alike.
Are Monte Carlos reliable?
The car is very reliable driven to California and Vegas the ride still solid and interior of car are like new. It has plenty of power love my Monte Carlo its a sporty car driving if Chevy brought back these cars again would buy another.
What year is the most popular Monte Carlo?
The 1973 Monte Carlo was named "Car of the Year" by Motor Trend on the basis of its new styling and emphasis on Euro-style ride and handling. The 1973 Monte Carlo set a new sales record for Chevrolet, with nearly 250,000 sold for the model year.
Why is Monte Carlo so special?
Monte Carlo is situated on a prominent escarpment at the base of the Maritime Alps along the French Riviera. Near the quarter's western end is the "world-famous Place du Casino, the gambling center ... that has made Monte Carlo an international byword for the extravagant display and reckless dispersal of wealth".
Why did they stop making Monte Carlo?
The Monte Carlo was discontinued by Chevy due to poor sales and declining performance. Actually, the model was canceled twice, once in 1989 and again in 2008, as buyers were no longer interested in the front-wheel drive cars that carried the Monte Carlo nameplate but no connection to its history.
What year Monte Carlo is rare?
In the realm of classic automobiles, the 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo stands out, particularly a rare model that has recently captured the attention of collectors and enthusiasts alike.
What year is the most popular Monte Carlo?
The 1973 Monte Carlo was named "Car of the Year" by Motor Trend on the basis of its new styling and emphasis on Euro-style ride and handling. The 1973 Monte Carlo set a new sales record for Chevrolet, with nearly 250,000 sold for the model year.
1996 Chevrolet Monte carlo car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Chevrolet Monte carlo problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Electrical system problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Fuel system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1996 Chevrolet Monte carlo vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1996 Chevrolet Monte carlo
The NHTSA has received 206 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1996 Chevrolet Monte carlo. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1996 Chevrolet Monte carlo vehicles.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-11-16
- VIN: 2G1WX12X2T9
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE ENGINE SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE RECURRED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 50,000.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-10-05
- Number Of Injuries: 2
- Crash: 1
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE AND THE FRONT AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE DRIVER AND THE REAR PASSENGER SUSTAINED UNKNOWN INJURIES THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-10-20
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: THE FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT DEVELOPED A SEVERE LEAK. THE LEAK CAUSED FUEL TO BE RELEASED IN LARGE QUANTITIES DIRECTLY INTO THE UPPER INTAKE MANIFOLD AND OUT THE THROTTLE BODY. FUEL CONTINUED TO FLOW OUT INTO THE AIR CLEANER HOUSING AND EVENTUALLY THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND ONTO THE GROUND. SEVERAL GALLONS OF FUEL WERE DISCHARGED IN THIS FASHION. THE VEHICLE WAS RUNNING POORLY BUT GAVE NO INDICATION THAT THERE WAS A LEAK UNTIL THE AIR CLEAN WAS OPENED. THE PART THAT FAILED WAS A STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS PART NUMBER PR216T PURCHASED FROM ROCKAUTO.COM ON 5/15/2013 AND INSTALLED SHORTLY THEREAFTER. VEHICLE MILEAGE AT INSTALLATION WAS APPROXIMATELY 131000. THE PART FAILED ON 10/20/2014 AT VEHICLE MILEAGE148243 MILES. THE PART WAS INSTALLED TO CORRECT A SIMILAR SITUATION INVOLVING A MUCH LESS SEVERE LEAK IN AN OLDER PART. THE FUEL LEAKAGE WITH THE OLDER PART DID NOT ESCAPE THE UPPER INTAKE MANIFOLD. AGE AND ORIGIN OF THE OLDER PART ARE NOT KNOWN. THE OLDER PART MAY HAVE BEEN ORIGINAL TO THE VEHICLE. GIVEN THE SIGNIFICANT QUANTITY OF FUEL DISCHARGED AND THE REPEATED NATURE OF THE FAILURE, I FEEL AN INVESTIGATION IS WARRANTED. *TR
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-10-01
- VIN: 2G1WX12XXT9
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1996 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE TRANSMISSION GEARS SLIPPED OUT OF PLACE. A LOCAL MECHANIC ATTEMPTED TO REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION AND DID NOT HAVE ALL OF THE NECESSARY COMPONENTS TO DO SO. THE MANUFACTURER COULD NOT IDENTIFY OR LOCATE THE CORRECT TRANSMISSION FOR HIS MODEL. NO REPAIRS WERE MADE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 80,000. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 100,000.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-08-27
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: MY CHEVY MALIBU IS HAVING POWERSTEERING ISSUES. IT FREEZES UP WHILE TRYING TO TURN CORNERS. THIS CAR HAS NOTHING WRONG WITH IT. THE POWERSTEERING FLUID IS AT A GOOD LEVEL AND THERE ARE NO LEAKS IN THE SYSTEM. *TR
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-10-10
- VIN: 2G1WW12M2T9
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE STALLED IMMEDIATELY UPON STARTING THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED BUT IMMEDIATELY STALLED AGAIN. THE ABS LIGHT ALSO ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR SERVICE.
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-10-12
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- VIN: 2G1WX12X6T9
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: 1996 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO Z34, POWER DRIVER SEAT FRAME DEFECT. BOTTOM OF SEAT DETACHED FROM FRAME, WHICH MADE DRIVER FALL BACKWARD TOWARD REAR SEATS. *NM
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-02-06
- VIN: 2G1WW12M3T9
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: I HAVE BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE AUTOMOBILE HAVING A TICKING NOISE AFTER I START IT UP IN THE MORNING SO I BROUGHT IT TO THE DEALER TO FIND OUT WHAT WAS WRONG WITH IT. IT WAS THE HEAD GASKET. THE AUTO ONLY HAS 75000 MILES ON IT. I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW WHAT YOU CAN DO FOR ME. THERE WAS A TSB #57-61-24A JUN98 ON THIS PROBLEM. *NM
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-04-15
- VIN: 2G1WX12X0T9
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: 1996 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO EXPERIENCED PROBLEMS WITH THE FUEL REGULATOR.*MR THE CONSUMER DROVE ABOUT 7 MILES AND NOTICED THAT THE FUEL TANK NEEDLE MOVED FROM FULL TANK TO HALF TANK DURING THE SHORT RIDE AND SAW SMOKE COMING FORM UNDER THE HOOD. THE NEXT DAY A STRONG SMELL OF GASOLINE COULD BE SMELLED. THE CONSUMER OPENED THE HOOD AND NOTICED FUEL WAS LEAKING ONTO THE GROUND. IT WAS LATER DETERMINED THAT THE FUEL REGULATOR HAD FAILED. THE CONSUMER HAS THE FAULTY REGULATOR. *NM
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-04-15
- VIN: 2G1WX12X0T9
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: 1996 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH FUEL REGULATOR.*MR THE CONSUMER DROVE ABOUT 7 MILES AND NOTICED THAT THE FUEL TANK NEEDLE MOVED FROM FULL TANK TO HALF TANK DURING THE SHORT RIDE AND SAW SMOKE COMING FORM UNDER THE HOOD. THE NEXT DAY A STRONG SMELL OF GASOLINE COULD BE SMELLED. THE CONSUMER OPENED THE HOOD AND NOTICED FUEL WAS LEAKING ONTO THE GROUND. IT WAS LATER DETERMINED THAT THE FUEL REGULATOR HAD FAILED. *BF *NM
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-01-14
- VIN: 2G1WW12M8T9
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: THE PROBLEM DESCRIBED BELOW HAS OCCURRED ON 3 PREVIOUS OCCASIONS.(1) EVENTS LEADING UP TO THE FAILURE - "DEX COOL" COOLANT LEAK FROM INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET. 2) FAILURE AND ITS CONSEQUENCES - LOSS OF COOLANT LEADING TO ENGINE OVERHEATING OR FAILURE. (3) WHAT WAS DONE TO CORRECT THE FAILURE; I.E, PARTS REPAIRED OR REPLACED (AND IF OLD PART IS AVAILABLE) - GM STARTED USING "DEX-COOL" EXTENDED LIFE COOLANT IN 1996 IT DIDN'T TEST THE LONG TERM AFFECTS ON IT'S EXISTING GASKET TECHNOLOGY. ONE ARTICLE I READ STATED "IT APPEARS THAT ON SOME ENGINES, THE USE OF CONVENTIONAL PLASTIC-AND-RUBBER GASKETS IN COMBINATION WITH MORE AGGRESSIVE OAT (ORGANIC ACID TECHNOLOGY) ENGINE COOLANTS HAS CAUSED A SIGNIFICANT NUMBER OF SEALING RELATED ISSUES FOR CONSUMERS AND AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE PROVIDERS", SAID FEL-PRO CHIEF ENGINEER JERRY ROSENQUIST -- PER P://WWW.THEAUTOCHANNEL.COM/NEWS/2004/10/14/252583.HTML. DEX-COOL IS AN OAT COOLANT MANUFACTURED BY TEXACO FOR GM. OVER THE PAST FEW DAYS I'VE READ MANY COMPLAINTS ABOUT GM INTAKE GASKET LEAKS AND IT SEEMS MORE LIKELY THAT THE COOLANT, RATHER THAN THE GASKET ITSELF, IS CAUSING THE PROBLEM.*AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-01-14
- VIN: 2G1WX12XXT9
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: ROUGH IDLE, RANDOM MISFIRES, STRONG ODOR WHEN MISFIRE OCCURS, FLUCTUATING GAS GAUGE. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-03-18
- VIN: 2G1WW12M5T9
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: DUE TO INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET LEAK (THIS IS THE FOURTH TIME FOR THIS PROBLEM ON THIS VEHICLE) I HAD TO STOP TO ADD COOLANT IN ORDER TO SAFELY DRIVE THE VEHICLE. HAD I NOT NOTICED THE PROBLEM THIS POTENTIALLY COULD HAVE LEFT ME STRANDED ON THE SIDE OF THE HIGHWAY. AFTER GETTING TO A SAFE LOCATION I HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO A DEALER FOR REPAIR. ALSO, AS I STATED ABOVE THIS IS MY FOURTH TIME DEALING WITH THIS ISSUE; IN ADDITION, I KNOW OF PERSONALLY 3 OTHER VEHICLES WITH THE SAME ENGINE THAT HAVE HAD THE SAME PROBLEM AND THEY TOO HAVE CHANGED THE INTAKE GASKET SEVERAL TIMES.*AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-11-18
- VIN: 2G1WW12M2T9
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,EQUIPMENT
- Summary: I HAD TO REPLACE THE LOWER INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET DUE TO ANTIFREEZE LEAK, AND NOW THE HEAD GASKET IS LEAKING ANTIFREEZE.*AK
STEERING,EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-01-14
- VIN: 2G1WW12MXT9
- Components: STEERING,EQUIPMENT
- Summary: RACK AND PINION HAVE HAD TO BE REPLACED 5 TIMES. EACH TIME CAUSES METAL SHAVINGS IN THE POWER STEERING PUMP CAUSING LOSS OF STEERING. *CB
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,STRUCTURE,EQUIPMENT,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-08-15
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 2G1WX12X0T9
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,STRUCTURE,EQUIPMENT,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: BRAKES DO NOT WORK DURING INCLIMATE WEATHER. LOSES A QUART OF OIL PER 500 MILES. BLOWS BY SMOKE THROUGH EXHAUST WHEN STARTING.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-12-23
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: THE RADIATOR LOOKED DIRTY AND SLIMY AFTER HAVING IT FLUSHED. SINCE THEN THE ENGINE STARTED RUNNING HOT AND LEAKING ANTIFREEZE. TOOK IT TO MECHANIC AND HE STATED THE "HEAD GASKET WAS BLOWN."*AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-11-19
- VIN: 2G1WX12X3T9
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: DEFECTIVE TIMING BELT - TIMING BELT FAILS COMPLETELY AT 25,700 MILES, LESS THAN HALF THE MILEAGE LISTED IN OWNER DOCUMENTATION (60000 MILES, NO TIME GIVEN). FAILURE AT HIGHER SPEEDS COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF ENGINE POWER, RESULTING IN LOSS OF CONTROL DUE TO LOSS OF POWER STEERING AND BRAKE FUNCTION. *LA
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-09-29
- Fire: 1
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING AT NORMAL SPEED STEERING GEAR BOX WAS LEAKING AND VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-03-06
- VIN: 2G1WX12X1T9
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: REOCURRING ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. THE CAR HAS NOT BEEN DRIVEN EVEN 100 MILES THE LAST YEAR AND A HALF BECAUSE IT WONT PASS INSPECTION. THE EMISSION SYSTEM HAS GONE OUT. SINCE WE'VE HAD THE CAR WE'VE HAD TO REPLACE THE IGNITION SYSTEM AND THE WINDOWS KEPT GOING OFF TRACK. AS OF NOW THE PASSENGER SIDE WINDOW WILL NOT GO UP. I CANT AFFORD TO GET IT FIXED SINCE I WAS DIAGNOSED WITH "CONGESTIVE HEART FAILURE" AND I'M ON PERMANENT DISABILITY THROUGH SOCIAL SECURITY.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: THE INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET LEAKED FLUID WHICH RESULTED IN THE ENGINE OVER HEATING. *JB
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-04-22
- VIN: 2G1WX12X1T9
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: I OWN A 1996 Z34 WITH 78000 MILES ON IT. IN THE LAST MONTH MY ANTI LOCK LIGHT KEPT COMING ON IN THE DASH ALSO THE LOW TRACK WOULD COME ON SOMETIMES I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER YESTERDAY 5-2-03 TO HAVE IT CHECKED OUT, THEY FOUND COMPUTER SCAN BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH OPEN. LEFT REAR SENSOR, LEFT REAR EXCESSIVE SPEED VARIATION, LEFT REAR OPEN SHORT THEY ORDERED A LEFT REAR HUB AND SENSOR AT MY COST I HAD TO PAY UP FRONT 469.19 FOR THE PART TO BE ORDERED ALSO 65.00 FOR THE LABOR PLUS WHEN THE PART COMES IN I HAVE TO PAY ANOTHER 130.00 FOR R/R THE LEFT REAR HUB . ABOUT A MONTH AGO WHILE PULLING OUT OF THE PARKING LOT AT WORK THE LEFT REAR WHEEL LOCK UP AND STARTED TO SKIP MY FELLOW EMPLOYEES CAME OVER TO MY CAR AND ASK WHAT HAD HAPPENED AN IF I WANTED THEM TO FOLLOW ME HOME AFTER MOVING ANOTHER 10 FEET IT UNLOCKED IT SELF IF THIS WOULD HAVE HAPPENED WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY WHO KNOWS WHAT WOULD HAVE HAPPENED HAS ANYONE ELSE HAD THIS EXPERIENCE WITH THE 1996 CHEVROLET Z34 ABS. *JB
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-04-13
- VIN: 2G1WW12M1T9
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: BRAKING PROBLEMS: I OWN A 1996 CHEVY MONTE CARLO AND I HAVE RECENTLY BEEN EXPERIENCING BRAKING PROBLEMS. THE LOW TRACK LIGHT COMES ON PERIODICALLY AND I LOSE ALMOST ALL OF MY BRAKES. IT IS VERY DIFFICULT TO STOP AND I FEEL THIS NEEDS TO BE INVESTIGATED, IT SEEMS THAT I AM NOT THE ONLY CONSUMER WITH BRAKING CONCERNS AND PROBLEMS. SOMEONE IS GOING TO GET KILLED. *JB
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-02-25
- VIN: GM2G1WX12X7
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: THE TIMING BELT WAS REPLACED TWICE.*JB
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-02-09
- VIN: 2G1WW12M9T9
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
- Summary: I WAS RECENTLY DRIVING MY 1996 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO LS (VIN # [XXX]) ON THE HIGHWAY DURING A HEAVY RAINSTORM. I KEEP NOTICING THAT THE BRAKES FELT LIKE THEY WERE NOT WORKING WHEN I APPLIED BRAKE PRESSURE. AFTER A SHORT WHILE THE BRAKES WOULD BEGIN TO FEEL AS THOUGH THEY WERE FUNCTIONING AND THE CAR WOULD SLOW DOWN. AFTER NOTICING THIS PROBLEM, I SEARCHED FOR RECALLS ON MY VEHICLE AND CONTACTED MY DEALER. THE DEALER'S RECORDS SHOWED THAT THERE WERE NO RECALLS ON MY VEHICLE. HOWEVER, THE NHTSA WEB SITE INDICATED TWO PROBLEMS. ONE WAS A RECALL, WHICH APPLIES ONLY TO VEHICLES MANUFACTURED DURING A SPECIFIC TIME PERIOD. THE OTHER NOTICE WAS FOR A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN (APPARENTLY DIFFERENT FROM A RECALL). THE NHTSA NUMBER FOR THIS CAMPAIGN IS 011014000. THE NHTSA WEBSITE STATES THAT THIS CAMPAIGN ONLY APPLIES TO THE Z34 VERSION OF THE 1996 MONTE CARLO. THE PROBLEM THAT IS DESCRIBED IS EXACTLY WHAT I HAVE EXPERIENCED WHEN DRIVING MY LS MONTE CARLO IN WET CONDITIONS. IT APPEARS TO ME THAT THE Z34 AND THE LS VERSIONS OF THE 1996 MONTE CARLO HAVE IDENTICAL FENDER WELLS AND LINERS AND WOULD EXPERIENCE IDENTICAL WET BRAKING PROBLEMS, THEREBY REQUIRING THE SAME FENDER LINER MODIFICATION. THUS, THIS SAFETY PROBLEM IS NOT LIMITED TO THE ONLY Z34 MODEL AND THIS CAMPAIGN SHOULD BE EXTENDED TO ALL 1995-1999 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO VEHICLES. I WOULD LIKE THE MANUFACTURER TO MODIFY MY VEHICLE SO THAT I WILL NOT EXPERIENCE WET BRAKE FADING AND BE ABLE TO PROPERLY STOP MY CAR WHEN DRIVING IN WET CONDITIONS. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
1996 Chevrolet Monte carlo recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 3 recalls for different components of the 1996 Chevrolet Monte carlo.
- Manufacturer: DELPHI
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES
- Summary: CERTAIN DELPHI FUEL PRESSURE REGULATORS, P/NOS. FP10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, AND FP10027-11B1, SOLD AFTER JANUARY 9, 2007, AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. THE UNIVERSAL PRESSURE REGULATORS (UPR) WERE PRODUCED WITHOUT AN O'RING AND RETAINER.
- Consequence: FUEL MAY LEAK, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
- Remedy: DELPHI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE UPR FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT DELPHI AT 877-411-8770.
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
- Summary: THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SAFETY ACT. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: 1995-1999 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO Z34 PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE BRAKING PERFORMANCE IN WET WEATHER OR WET ROAD CONDITIONS IS REDUCED MORE THAN A DRIVER WOULD EXPECT.
- Consequence: THE BRAKING COULD FEEL DELAYED MOMENTARILY WHEN LIGHT OR MODERATE FORCE IS APPLIED ON THE BRAKE PEDAL WHILE DRIVING ON WET ROADS OR AFTER GOING THROUGH A CAR WASH.
- Remedy: DEALER WILL MODIFY THE FRONT FENDER LINERS TO REMOVE A PORTION OF THE CLOSEOUT PANELS IN THE FRONT WHEEL WELLS AT NO CHARGE TO THE CONSUMER. THIS SERVICE WILL BE AVAILABLE THROUGH AUGUST 2004.
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM
- Summary: THESE VEHICLES WERE ASSEMBLED WITH ONE OF THE FOUR BRAKE BOOSTER TABS NOT PROPERLY LOCATED IN THE FRONT OF DASH REINFORCEMENT ASSEMBLY.
- Consequence: IF THIS CONDITION WERE PRESENT IN A SITUATION WHERE STOPPING DISTANCES WERE SMALL, A VEHICLE CRASH COULD OCCUR.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT FOR PROPER BOOSTER INSTALLATION. BOOSTERS FOUND TO BE IMPROPERLY LOCATED WILL BE REMOVED AND REINSTALLED PROPERLY.
Negative 1996 Chevrolet Monte carlo car reviews
Positive 1996 Chevrolet Monte carlo car reviews
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My parents bought this car for me when I started college, hoping it would last me through my studies. It was a used car, one year old, and we got it for $17,000. It had 22,000 miles on it, having been a rental car. My dad was a bit hesitant, but I couldn't resist the bright red paint and spoiler. After we tinted the windows and put on 17
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The only big problem was the alternator. The car handles like a mix between a sports car and a luxury car.
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I bought this car 2 years ago and I have to say, I'm really happy with it. The 3.4L Engine still performs really well for an 11 year old car and I get about 27 miles per gallon on the highway and 19-21 in the city. The keyless entry is such a nice feature to have, especially on a 10 year old car. The power windows and locks work great and the stereo system sounds really good. The front seats are very comfortable, especially with the power seats. I've only sat in the back once, but I found it to be pretty comfortable (and I'm a big guy at 6'2 and 225 pounds). The leather seats still look great and haven't shown any signs of wear. The exterior is amazing - when I bought it with 85,000 miles, there were no rust spots or chips. People always think the car is newer than it actually is. I even added an aftermarket spoiler with LED tailamps (not too showy, though).
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Overall, I think it was a good purchase, but it can be expensive to maintain. The driver compartment is comfortable, but it can be a bit tight for rear passengers. I found it to be a joy to drive, and contrary to others' experiences, I've enjoyed good fuel economy, for example, 28 mph on the highway and 21 in the city. The black exterior/interior and styling (with rear spoiler) are eye-catching and appealing. I have driven it for over 336,000 miles - yes, that's over a third of a million! I have only had to replace the timing belt at 300,000 miles and the transmission at 320,000 miles, and I have serviced the car at the dealership over 50 times in the 8 years of ownership. I expect to sell it for $3,000 in the spring of 2006.
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I'm so glad to hear that you're satisfied with your purchase! It sounds like the car rides smoothly, which is great. If you're looking to replace the radio with a CD player, I'm sure you'll be able to find a great option. And I agree, the car looks fantastic overall!
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Are you having problems with your 1996 Chevrolet Monte carlo?
Cortez Sporer 2024-11-20
This car has unfortunately experienced several issues within a short period of time. However, we have taken the necessary steps to address these problems, including rebuilding the engine and transmission, replacing the Theftlock system, and installing a new alternator. We are confident that these repairs will ensure the car's reliability and longevity in the future.
Devon Zulauf 2024-07-04
The first set of wires went at about 30k and were replaced under warranty. The second set went at about 80k. Unfortunately, the alternator died at 84,000 miles and the water pump and thermostat had to be replaced at 105,000. After the transmission went at 110,000 miles, I thought I had rebuilt the car and would get a few years of trouble-free use, but I was wrong. I have had to replace the thermostat, wires, battery, water pump, tires, and the head gasket is shot. I am disappointed with my experience and will not be purchasing another Chevy.
Kris Beer 2024-02-23
Starts rough, engine dies when warm andmust be re-started, moonroof stuck openwith no manual close and/or listing asto motor location.
Manley Schoen 2024-02-15
If you're thinking about purchasing a Monte Carlo from 1995-1999, I would suggest looking into other options. Unfortunately, these models have received poor reviews and may not be the best investment. I personally had some mechanical issues with mine and ended up spending over $5000 in repairs over the course of almost 4 years. A significant portion of that money went towards fixing the engine and transmission. Just something to keep in mind!