2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. Newest first.
This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Buick LaCrosse, 2006-2011 Buick…
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Additionally, a key knocked out of the run position will cause loss of engine power, power steering, and power braking, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
GM will notify owners, and dealers will install two key rings and an insert in the key slot or a cover over the key head on all ignition keys, free of charge. The recall began on September 23, 2014. Owners may contact General Motors customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-458-8006 (Cadillac), and 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet). GM's number for this recall is 14299.
Dorman IS recalling 979 steering knuckles, dorman p/nos. 697-902 and 697-903, sold under dorman's "oe solutions<sup>tm</sup>" brand name, and napa p/nos. 7-8502 and 7-8503 which were sold for replacement use on the various vehicles listed above. a potential material or design defect could result in the steering knuckle breaking in the hub area.
Risk and remedy
Risk
A broken steering knuckle could result in loss of steering control and a possible crash without warning.
Remedy
Dorman will notify owners and replace the defective steering knuckles free of charge and reimburse the repair facility or owner for labor. the recall began on february 23, 2009. owners may contact dorman's toll-free hotline at 1-800-523-2492 and press 5.
Owner complaints
113 complaints11 involved a crash15 injuries2 deaths
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Power train
The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact restarted the vehicle; however, the failure returned soon after…
The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact restarted the vehicle; however, the failure returned soon after restart. The dealer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that there were no recalls on the vehicle related to the failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.
- Electrical system · Service brakes · Unknown or other
These issues have been spotadic since I aquired the vehicle in october of 2021. Not infrequently the ABS system feels like it is trying to engage at low speeds with light braking such as in a parking lot. This also happens after coasting(no gas, no brake no cruise control))and then accelerating…
These issues have been spotadic since I aquired the vehicle in october of 2021. Not infrequently the ABS system feels like it is trying to engage at low speeds with light braking such as in a parking lot. This also happens after coasting(no gas, no brake no cruise control))and then accelerating The radio will randomly stop playing or begin playing. The turn signal indicator chimes randomly stop chiming when the turn signal is in use though the interioir indicator light will flash normally. I have not been able to stop when this occurs with the turn signal still active to get out and verify it the turn signal is actually working At random times a loud clacking sound will come from behind the dash in the general vicinity of the radio and there will be no out put from the dash vents until the clacking stops. The use of any controls whether radio or climate does not seem to cause this nor will it stop it. Actuator doorb and/or solenoid perhaps?
- Electronic stability control (esc)
ABS and traction control light flashes when trying to accelerate. it loses power and gauges drop as if the car shut down. will do this going down the highway. *tr
- Air bags · Electronic stability control (esc) · Structure › Body
Car malfunction my passenger who was my babymamma pasaed away
- Structure › Body
Paint peeling in wheel wells
- Electrical system › Ignition
TL* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet monte carlo. The contact stated that the vehicle was serviced for nhtsa campaign number: 14v355000 (electrical system) by whalen chevrolet inc. (1258 NY-29, greenwich, ny 12834, (518) 692-2241). However, it failed to provide a permanent remedy. While driving…
TL* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet monte carlo. The contact stated that the vehicle was serviced for nhtsa campaign number: 14v355000 (electrical system) by whalen chevrolet inc. (1258 NY-29, greenwich, ny 12834, (518) 692-2241). However, it failed to provide a permanent remedy. While driving over a bump in the road, the vehicle lost power and shut off. in addition, there were instances when the key had to be maneuvered back and forth in order to be removed from the ignition. The vehicle was unable to be driven due to various warning indicators and gauges flickering and the vehicle was unable to start. The contact planned to take the vehicle back to the dealer for servicing. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 25,000. The vin was not available.
- Electrical system
The rear window defogger no longer worked. The reason being that the rear defroster wiring had burned at the connector block. Connector block IS located behind the passengers side kick panel. This could have caused a fire to the interior of the vehicle. There are videos on the internet showing how…
The rear window defogger no longer worked. The reason being that the rear defroster wiring had burned at the connector block. Connector block IS located behind the passengers side kick panel. This could have caused a fire to the interior of the vehicle. There are videos on the internet showing how to resolve this problem so it must happen frequently! You can see where the burn occured in the attached photo. I repaired this on 3/9/2018, however, it happened at least two years ago.
- Electrical system
TL* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet monte carlo. The contact stated that the interior lighting and indicators on the instrument panel were illuminated after the key had been removed from the ignition. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired per an unknown recall regarding the ignition…
TL* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet monte carlo. The contact stated that the interior lighting and indicators on the instrument panel were illuminated after the key had been removed from the ignition. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired per an unknown recall regarding the ignition, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to concord chevrolet (1330 concord ave, concord, ca 94520 (925) 682-6400) where it was diagnosed that the electrical system failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and did not assist. The failure mileage was 130,000.
- Power train
The tranmission 4t65e HD IS always tearing up... The carfax on my car shows it was replace in 2008 and im saying it has less then 100 k on the transmission they put in and its out again
- Wheels
Looks like gm has had an ongoing problem with clear coating peeling off the wheels they use on their cars, my monte carlo has 10,000 miles on it and the wheels look like they have been sitting at the bottom of the ocean since 2006 this might not be a safety issue, but it IS a appearance issue and the manufacturer should have this issue fixed
- Power train
At a complete stop. When taking off car will hesitate and then jolt forward very hard before taking off. Also dash coming up from the seams
- Air bags
TL* the contact owned a 2006 chevrolet monte carlo. While at a stop light to make a left turn, another vehicle crashed into the front driver side of the contact's vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. As a result, the contact sustained head and back injuries that required medical attention. A…
TL* the contact owned a 2006 chevrolet monte carlo. While at a stop light to make a left turn, another vehicle crashed into the front driver side of the contact's vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. As a result, the contact sustained head and back injuries that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed and repaired. On a separate occasion, another vehicle crashed into the driver's door of the contact's vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vin and details of the crash were unknown. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.
- Electrical system › Ignition
TL* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet monte carlo. The contact stated that the key could not be removed from the ignition. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 187,000.
- Power train · Unknown or other
Vehicle does nothing when you hit the gas from take off then slams into gear jolting forward. Does not want to shift between 3RD and 4TH gear. Seems to be a drive issue. Constantly says replace remote key less entry battery. Dealer has not been able to fix key less entry issue.
- Vehicle speed control
TL* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet monte carlo. While driving 60 mph with the cruise control activated, there was a sudden increase of engine rpms without warning. The contact engaged the brakes in order to disengage the cruise control, which caused the vehicle to spin and crash into a concrete…
TL* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet monte carlo. While driving 60 mph with the cruise control activated, there was a sudden increase of engine rpms without warning. The contact engaged the brakes in order to disengage the cruise control, which caused the vehicle to spin and crash into a concrete wall. The passenger sustained injuries to the shoulder and head that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence and was not inspected. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 37,000.
- Steering
TL* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet monte carlo. While driving approximately 45 mph, the steering wheel failed to maneuver properly while turning. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 09e005000 (steering). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 43,000.
- Engine
Transmisson will shift hard sometimes from complete stop or while traveling , mainly from complete stop or stopping at stop light and not a complete stop . Its like it IS slipping. Now air bag light IS coming sometimes when car IS 1ST crank. Dash IS also coming apart. Car has 118,000 miles on it. Trasmission IS worring me the most.
- Power train · Vehicle speed control
TL* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet monte carlo.while accelerating from a stop, the vehicle hesitated to accelerate. The vehicle jerked and then accelerated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 87,000.
- Power train
When accelerating from a stop, the transmission slips and then shifts hard (slams into the next gear) no matter how slow I try to take off. This happens no matter if I come to a complete stop or not but only happens when the transmission tries to go from 1ST to 2ND. The problem occurs about 50% of…
When accelerating from a stop, the transmission slips and then shifts hard (slams into the next gear) no matter how slow I try to take off. This happens no matter if I come to a complete stop or not but only happens when the transmission tries to go from 1ST to 2ND. The problem occurs about 50% of the time. It doesn't matter how far into the drive I am. Happens when first started driving for the day and after a 40 minute drive. vehicle only has 62,000 miles and the car IS never driven hard!
- Power train
TL* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet monte carlo. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 mph or over, the vehicle started to violently shake without warning. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 86,000.
- Engine
TL* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet monte carlo. While driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle stalled without warning. When attempting to start the vehicle and depressing the brake pedal, the engine failed to operate without warning and the check engine warning light illuminated. The failure…
TL* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet monte carlo. While driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle stalled without warning. When attempting to start the vehicle and depressing the brake pedal, the engine failed to operate without warning and the check engine warning light illuminated. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 105,000.
- Electrical system · Visibility/wiper
Rear defogger quit working. Fuses all checked to be good. The wire harness by the interior fuse box had a burned contact. The plastic was charred and melted. The contacts for the defogger damaged. Luckily, this did not result in a fire, though looking at the damage, it was entirely possible. I have pictures if needed. Repairs have been made to allow for visibility while driving. *tr
- Electrical system
TL* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet monte carlo. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 14v355000 (electrical system); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
- Electrical system
2006 chevrolet monte carlo. Consumer seeks reimbursement for damages pertaining to safety recall. *Tgw
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet monte carlo. While traveling approximately 50 mph, the contact swerved to avoid a vehicle and crashed into a light pole. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed. The contact sustained injuries to the spine, neck, and back. The passenger…
TL* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet monte carlo. While traveling approximately 50 mph, the contact swerved to avoid a vehicle and crashed into a light pole. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed. The contact sustained injuries to the spine, neck, and back. The passenger sustained injuries to the neck and back. The contact and the passenger received medical attention. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence and was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 180,000.
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Power steering fluid leaks - fires
General motors (gm) initiated a customer satisfaction campaign in october of 2006 to address a failure of the power steering hose and/or clamps that could occur when the engine IS started in vehicles primarily operated in the following states that experience extremely cold temperatures:alaska, maine, minnesota…
General motors (gm) initiated a customer satisfaction campaign in october of 2006 to address a failure of the power steering hose and/or clamps that could occur when the engine IS started in vehicles primarily operated in the following states that experience extremely cold temperatures:alaska, maine, minnesota, montana, new hampshire, north dakota, south dakota, vermont, wisconsin and wyoming.at the time this preliminary evaluation (pe) was opened, only 1 of the 33 complaints received by the office of defects investigation (odi) was from a state covered by the customer satisfaction campaign.in response to an information request sent by the odi, gm provided information that included 6 alleged fires and 1 alleged minor crash potentially related to the alleged defect. One of the alleged fires IS a duplicate of a report received by odi.of the fire incidents, 2 of the 6 alleged fire incidents occurred after the remedy detailed in the customer satisfaction program was performed.one of the vehicles was totaled as a result of the incident.it IS undetermined whether the incidents were related to the alleged defect or were a by product of the repair.of the other four alleged fire incidents, 1 incident involved smoke only and no visible flames.based on the information provided, the remaining 3 fire incidents were localized events that primarily involved damage to the power steering components and surrounding wiring.all 3 of these vehicles were subsequently repaired.none of the alleged fire incidents occurred while the vehicle was unattended.odi IS aware of 1 additional alleged fire incident that was not included in gm's information request response.based on the consumer's description of the incident, the fire was quickly extinguished by a friend and the vehicle was subsequently repaired at a dealership.in total odi IS aware of 6 alleged fire incidents where the consumer alleged flames were visible.all of the alleged fire incidents occurred while the vehicle was still attended. Odi IS aware 1 minor crash alleged to be related to a power steering fluid leak.the consumer alleged a minor crash occurred as the consumer was attempting to pull into a driveway and had difficulty negotiating the turn due to experiencing high power steering efforts and struck a snow bank.in a letter dated september 21, 2009, gm informed odi that a customer satisfaction program will commence in december of 2009 for the entire us. As a remedy the power steering hose assembly for vehicles with V8 engines and the power steering return hose and clamps for vehicles with V6 engines will be replaced with upgraded components.based on the low frequencies and minor severities of the alleged fire incidents and crash,no safety related defect trend has been identified in the subject vehicles.gm's expanded customer satisfaction program will provide free repairs to vehicles excluded from the original campaign.accordingly, this investigation has been closed.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that a safety-related defect does not exist.the agency will continue to monitor complaints and other information relating to the alleged defect in the subject vehicles and take further action in the future if warranted.
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.
- 11011782This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads. The J-35616-64B is the latest test probe released for checking tension or probing the .64 series terminals. The test probe terminal has been released in the terminal repair kit (J-38125-620H) located in Lear Tray 7 part number 963716-2. There are 5 terminated leads in a package part number is 13505346, which can be ordered through your normal General Motors Customer Care and Aftersales parts channel.
- 11009156This 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.
- 11008956This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on When and How to Submit a Field Product Report (FPR) (U.S. and Canada Dealers Only).
- 11007744This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have high and low pressures, outside temperature, humidity, and vent temperature.
- 11007743This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have high and low pressures, outside temperature, humidity, and vent temperature.
- 11007208This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about changing the tire and wheel size on vehicles. General Motors will only support a tire calibration for tires that have been sized, tested and designed for the vehicle in question and its applications. Technician should not use the information that is provided by the antilock braking system tire size selection.
- 11007091This service bulletin provides guidelines and diagnostic/repair information to technicians regarding vehicle engine oil consumption.
- 11006621Vehicle Wide Programming (VWP) is a new process to update software on GM Vehicles. It provides the ability via a single selection within Techline Connect to first identify which modules need updating and then proceed to updating affected modules (with some exceptions). The updating of modules is completed in parallel instead of the technician needing to update one module at a time. This allows a more streamlined approach for dealers and customers.
- 11006421GM is receiving damaged (cracked or broken) transmission cores returned to the reman facilities. The damage is being caused either in the removal process by the technician, or inadequate packaging or shipping. This bulletin advises the dealers to be more careful not to damage the transmissions during removal and to package the core properly for return.
- 11004761This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build-up.
- 11004557This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
- 11002312This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes E4398, E4399, E4401, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414, E4423, E4491, E4492, or E6961 and resolution information.
- 11001321This bulletin provides information on the harmful effects of water or ethylene glycol in transmission fluid.
- 11000576This Warranty Administration bulletin provides retail and wholesale service personnel with the policies/procedures and the warranty transaction submission procedures that support the Personal Property Damage process.
- 11000162The intent of this service bulletin is to identify aftermarket ALDL or DLC interface devices as potential sources for causing multiple customer concerns that do not have other diagnostic methods to identify them.
- 11000158This service bulletin includes information on Interior Cleaning - Instrument Panel (IP), Hard or Plastic Surfaces, Seats, Carpet, Leather, Vinyl, Fabric Cleaner, Stain Remover, Restorer - Product Availability.
- 10254240Information on COAX Repair Kit Availability.
- 10253770This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Tire Radial Force Variation (RFV).
- 10252735This bulletin provides information for electrical ground repairs using new General Motors replacement fasteners with conductive finish.
- 10252163XM Audio Traffic And Travel Link Availability And Operation.
- 10251890This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build-up.
- 10251888This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information for GM courtesy transportation and roadside assistance programs.
- 10250775This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large amounts of debris has flowed throughout the oiling system.
- 10250347This Warranty Admin service bulletin provides guidelines for Dealers Not Required and for Dealers Required to Contact the PQC for engine or transmission assembly replacement and explains the PQC process, GWM Transaction submission, vehicle service record retention and proper handling of assembly returns for Canadian Dealers only.
- 10250088Power Steering Hose Leak
- 10250087Power Steering Hose Leak
- 10250013High Voltage Safety ? High Voltage Disabling
- 10249980This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vibration complaints that are one of the most challenging complaints to accurately diagnose and repair. Technician will need to use Pico Oscilloscope Diagnostic Kit to effectively diagnosis vehicles. Technician should drive the vehicle will using the Pico Oscilloscope to record data. After the data is recorded it should be reviewed to determine the root cause of the concern. If a repair attempt made the concern better but not eliminated or had no affect at all, and are requesting assistance from General Motors Technical Assistance Center record another Pico file and save it to the computer. After the new Pico Oscilloscope data has been saved email the data to General Motors Technical Assistance Center in the subject line include ?Vibration? ?Business Associate Code? and the last 8 of the Vehicle Identification Number.
- 10249590This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
- 10249579This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
- 10249535This preliminary information (PI) provides information om Service Programming System (SPS) Error Codes (E4398, E4399, E4403, M4404, M4413, M6954, M6955, E4414, E4423, E4491 or E6961).
- 10249295This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads. The J-35616-64B is the latest test probe released for checking tension or probing the .64 series terminals. The test probe terminal has been released in the terminal repair kit (J-38125-620H) located in Lear Tray 7 part number 963716-2. There are 5 terminated leads in a package part number is 13505346, which can be ordered through your normal General Motors Customer Care and Aftersales parts channel.
- 10249011This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage.
- 10248761Unintended Ignition Key Rotation
- 10248444Vehicle Recalls
- 10247780This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General Motors Technical Assistance Center technician will need to have high and low pressures, outside temperature, humidity, and vent temperature.
- 10247716J-35616-64B Terminal Test Probe / Replacement Terminal / Terminated Lead.
- 10247681Information On Requests To Add OnStar Bluetooth Option.
- 10247552This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed Accessories.
- 10247063A/C Blows Warm Or Poor Performance.
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