1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
5 recalls name the 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. Newest first.
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
The center rear seat belt anchor plate exhibits stress cracks.
Risk and remedy
Risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, the seat belt system can fracture and injury to the seat occupant can occur.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the center rear seat belt system.
Some of these vehicles have a strained or separated washer/wiper switch power feed wire.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This can cause the windshield washer/wiper to work intermittently and could ultimately result in inoperative wipers. if this were to occur in a severe weather situation, driver visibility could be reduced, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the old designed washer/wiper switches with a newly designed switch.
A right-hand lower control arm tapered ball joint mounting hole was incorrectly machined. Movement within this attachment can allow the ball joint stud to fatigue and fracture.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the ball joint fractured while the vehicle was in motion, loss of steering control to the vehicle can occur.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the right-hand lower control arm and ball joint stud on all involved vehicles.
Owner complaints
169 complaints27 involved a crash1 involved a fire15 injuries1 deaths
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Suspension › Front
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 chevrolet monte carlo. while driving 40 mph, the contact heard a loud clunking noise coming from the passenger side wheel when making a right turn. the vehicle was taken to a local repair shop and the technician stated that the front ball joints on both sides of the…
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 chevrolet monte carlo. while driving 40 mph, the contact heard a loud clunking noise coming from the passenger side wheel when making a right turn. the vehicle was taken to a local repair shop and the technician stated that the front ball joints on both sides of the vehicle were failing. the repair would cost $250. upon further research, the contact discovered nhtsa campaign ID number 94v230000 (suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint). the manufacturer stated that the vin was unknown; therefore, no compensation would be provided. the failure mileage was 120,000 and current mileage was 125,000.
- Electrical system · Engine and engine cooling · Steering
I've had a new starter replaced,alternator,radiator,power steering rack,and now it has an intake problem, can someone please help? Tired of spending money. Car shakes really hard when its comes to a stop like it wants to cut off,they say its an intake problem. *Tr
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system
My 95 chevy monte carlo has an intake problem. *Tr
- Tires › Tread/belt
Writer owner of 1995 chevrolet monte carlo tires detreaded while driving 40 mph suggest nhtsa investigate and recall tires mfrd in finlay ohio. *ts the consumer took the vehicle back to the mechanic, and after several tries they diagnosed the other three tires remaining as having bumps on them. the tires were oval shaped and therefore could not be balanced. *jb
- Vehicle speed control › Cruise control
Dt: the caller said cruise control will not hold to a certain speed. It kept accelerating even when hitting the brake. It did not hold at any speed. Dealer and manufacturer have not been contacted yet. This happened the last two times when she used the cruise control. She will not use the cruise control now.*ak
- Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower ball joint
The car was sent to a local garage and the defect was found. The serial # of the car IS [xxx]is the same problem that the same model car had under recall#94v23000 ball joint mount defect. Chevrolet says they will not fix the car. This was found before any accidents or failure happened. The car IS…
The car was sent to a local garage and the defect was found. The serial # of the car IS [xxx]is the same problem that the same model car had under recall#94v23000 ball joint mount defect. Chevrolet says they will not fix the car. This was found before any accidents or failure happened. The car IS unable to pass inspection due to defect. *jb updated 07/19/2012 *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6)
- Suspension › Front › Control arm · Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower ball joint
While driving 35 mph the front control arm and lower ball joints broke. as a result, the steering and brakes failed , and the vehicle collided into brick wall. Upon impact, the airbags did not deploy. no injuries reported. *ak *sc *jb
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Belts and associated pulleys
When coming to stop, the crank shaft pulley bolt snapped. The consumer managed to pull over and had the vehicle towed. Please provide more information. *jb
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
1995 chevrolet monte carlo Z34 with 3.4 liter engine. has significant issue with oil leakage due to manufacturing defect. the engine block contains a hole which was originally intended to utilize a distributor cap. this model does not use a distributor cap. the hole was plugged by gm and IS…
1995 chevrolet monte carlo Z34 with 3.4 liter engine. has significant issue with oil leakage due to manufacturing defect. the engine block contains a hole which was originally intended to utilize a distributor cap. this model does not use a distributor cap. the hole was plugged by gm and IS inaccessible for repair without removing both timing chains, the entire top of the engine and cyclinders. I have contacted gm to request assistance with the repairs which have been estimated at $1500- 2000. their only response IS to offer a certificate which could be used toward the purchase of a new gm product. I have spoken with several repair outlets and was informed this IS a relatively common problem but the engine in my vehicle makes it much more difficult and costly to repair. vin:[xxx] current milage 95212. *ak updated 07/30/2012 *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6)
- Steering › Hydraulic power assist system
While driving vehicle lost power steering, making it hard to steer the vehicle. Recall 00v311002 was issued. however, this vehicle was not included in the recall due to vin. *Ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine · Exterior lighting › Hazard flashing warning lights › Switch
Fuses blew out of brake lights and turn signals. *mr the intake manifold had been replaced for a second time after only about 40K miles after the first replacement. when the consumer attempted to use the hazard light, he discovered that the bulbs had blown out of the brake and signal lights. *scc the consumer learned that the manufacturer recalled over 780,000 vehicle regarding the hazard light switch. *jb
- Service brakes, hydraulic
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. *ak
- Exterior lighting › Turn signal › Switch · Power train › Automatic transmission · Power train › Automatic transmission › Park/neutral start interlock switch · Power train › Axle hubs · Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Abs warning light · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Rotor
Transmission failled at 119461 reverse reaction drum out like alot of these models this year cost1945 to repair. Then, at 127892 the park neutral switch out/ anti lock light stays on ,turn signal switch doesn't work , air conditioner doesn't work, front rotors on car have to be special ordered…
Transmission failled at 119461 reverse reaction drum out like alot of these models this year cost1945 to repair. Then, at 127892 the park neutral switch out/ anti lock light stays on ,turn signal switch doesn't work , air conditioner doesn't work, front rotors on car have to be special ordered because hubs machined short, and chevrolet has no recalls on any of it. Lots of people have problems with transmission, and some of the others to guess we will never buy another genral motors vehicle, and recomend that they wouldn't neither.*ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Cooling system · Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Emission control › Gas recirculation valve (egr valve)
My 1995 monte carlo with the 3100 V6 had numerous problems since we bought it. we have replaced the egr valve twice in a year, the water pump, the thermostat, the radiator, the radiator cap, and it still over heats to the point that the car shuts down and the hot light comes on in the car. I am…
My 1995 monte carlo with the 3100 V6 had numerous problems since we bought it. we have replaced the egr valve twice in a year, the water pump, the thermostat, the radiator, the radiator cap, and it still over heats to the point that the car shuts down and the hot light comes on in the car. I am at my wits end and I have paid so much money to get this figured out and no one seems to know why. I have had it tested for a head gasket leak and it shows nothing. there IS air getting into the system from somewhere because it can be bled off. I really like the way this car drives and I do not want to get rid of it. I just want it to be fixed and I have had 7 different mechanics to work on it and they are stumped! *jb
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components
Consumer states of having problems with the brakes ABS system. dealer was contacted. mr
- Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower ball joint
While driving 25 mph there was a noise at front end. Passenger front tire had disconnected from vehicle, lower ball joint had broken.*ak
- Power train › Automatic transmission
The dealer stated that the reverse drum in transmission came apart.*ak
- Power train › Axle assembly
While driving at 15-20 mph and without warning front left wheel came off of the axle, was able to prevent an accident. Dealer has been notified.*ak
- Seats › Front assembly › Recliner
While driving 35 mph driver seatback fell back. Dealer not contacted at this time.*ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system · Exterior lighting › Brake lights › Switch · Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak
- Power train › Automatic transmission
I understand this IS a common problem in this model car. If this IS such a big issue with this part why has gm not made a recall? This IS a bad design by manufactures engineering. To replacement or fix this problem IS very expensive to do. It would be nice for the manufacture to own up to a bad design.*ak
- Suspension › Front › Control arm
While traveling at 5 mph front right tire separated frome ball joint. Tire went sideways towards the ground, and vehicle stopped. Please provide any further information. *ak
- Suspension › Front › Control arm
Ball joint "fell out" of itsd hole as I drove down my driveway. *Ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline
While changing the oil in my car, my husband noticed an oil leak. took the car to a dealership, morris pontiac, and was informed that there was not specific area of leak, they stated that the engine itself IS leaking and the engine will need to be sealed. they stated that to do that, they would…
While changing the oil in my car, my husband noticed an oil leak. took the car to a dealership, morris pontiac, and was informed that there was not specific area of leak, they stated that the engine itself IS leaking and the engine will need to be sealed. they stated that to do that, they would have to totally tear down the engine and seal it completely. I feel with the small amount of miles on my car/engine this problem should not be. it seems since I have owned the vehicle I have had many major problems with the car, including replacing a transmission. we live in an area without hills/mountains so there IS very little if no strain on transmission or engine. *Ak
- Exterior lighting › Brake lights · Exterior lighting › Turn signal › Switch · Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Turn signal and brake lights went out. Also, ABS light came on. Contacted dealer. Please add vin. *Ak
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Degraded braking performance
There is no summary currently available
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10246631Expanded Availability for Remanufacture and Return (R&R) Electronic Control Modules
- 10232287This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- 10208027This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
- 10171318This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
- 10170494This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Procedures to Unlock Delco Radio with Theftlock.
- 10168979This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code. The PI update to version D is to advise the unlock procedure is temporarily unavailable. E version update is to add administrative details.
- 10166638This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- 10165876This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code. The PI update to version D is to advise the unlock procedure is temporarily unavailable.
- 10157018This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
- 10154641This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- 10141381This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco Theft Lock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code.
- 10138060This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information with the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- 10114947This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code.
- 10114924This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the scrambled code. Technician will need to contact the radio unlock center to retrieve the unlock code from the scrambled code.
- 10113443This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester, multi media tester, PICO Scope, GR8 starting/charging tester and Vehicle Data Recorder tools, giving website address and step by step instructions to complete the update.
- 10017568Intermittent chuggle or fishbite on light acceleration or a highway speeds with no diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs).
- 10000782Revised piston pin removal / installation procedure.
- 619360Some owners may comment on driveability symptons of long or hard starts, chuggle, rough idle and light or intermittent misfire due to clogged fuel injectors.
- 615105Recall campaign involving replacing the rear seat belt anchor plate.
- 615074Some vehicles may exhibit front suspension scrunch / popping type noise coming from the front of vehicle that IS apparent during low speed turning maneuvers.
- 615073Some V6 engines may, on a very infrequent basis, have an oil odor condition that IS generally encountered after the engine's oil has been changed.typically the odor lasts approximately 1000 miles after the change of oil and then does not reappear until the next change of oil.
- 605952Subject regarding product safety campaign - rear seat belt anchor plate.
- 604343Some owners may experience a driveability symptom of long or hard starts, chuggle, rough idle and light or intermittent misfire.
- 601915Comments on a ticking type noise that begins shortly after cold engine start-up and gradually diminishes as the engine warms up.
- 600282Some vehicles may experience a driveability symptom of long or hard starts, chuggle, rough idle and light or intermittent misfire.
- 54419Comment that the ABS light IS on with diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) 46 and 86 set as current or history.
- 54418Some vehicles experience difficulties to depress accelerator pedal and/or an accelerator cable separation.
- 54328Experiencing intermittent steering column snap or click noise when turning.
- 54066Subject pertaining to driveability symptoms due to fuel injector deposits.
- 54065Comments on inoperative power door locks (front and/or rear doors).
- 52600Cln indicator appears on radio display and does not turn off (reset cln indicator with the eject button on tape).
- 52580Difficult to depress accelerator pedal and/or accelerator cable separation (install accelerator cable and clip).
- 52563Reduced engine performance, restricted fuel flow (clean fuel tank, replace in-line fuel filter and fuel pump strainer).
- 51497Cold start rattle noise (diagnosis/service procedure).
- 51353Excessive oil consumption (replace pcv harness).
- 51296Intermittent neutral or loss of drive at highway speeds or from fourth gear (replace control valve body assembly).
- 51272Recall 97v-017 - pivot and (pulse/dimmer) windshield washer switch - general motors has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain 1994 pontiac grand prix, 1994-95 buick regal, oldsmobile cutlass supreme and 1995 chevrolet lumina/montecarlo model vehicles - some of these vehicles have a strained or separated washer/wiper switch power feed wire -this may cause the windshield washer/wiper to work intermittently and could ultimately result in inoperativ wipers - if this were to occur in a severe weather situation, driver visibility could be reduced, which could result in a vehicle crash without prior warning - to correct this concern, dealers are to service all vehicles subject to this campaign at no charge to customers, regardless of mileage, age of vehicle, or ownership, from this time on - recall 97v-017.
- 50571Cold start rattle noise.
- 45851Coolant leak at the front cover outlet to heater inlet nipple (new torque specification).
- 45841Campaign bulletin announces a recall for certain 1995 lumina and monte carlo vehicles, that may have been built with a partially or fully blocked vacuum distribution block. The vacuum distribution block provides vacuum to the transmission vacuum modulator, the blockage can result in a harsh shift or slow response. To correct this condition dealers are to replace the intake manifold vacuum distribution block.*sd
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