1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo suspension problems

Filed Feb 11, 2009 · Suspension · 120,000 miles · IL

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 the federal safety agency 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.

Filed Jul 30, 2005 · Suspension · 112,018 miles · NC

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)

Filed Feb 16, 2005 · Suspension · 137,000 miles · MO · crash

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

Filed Aug 7, 2002 · Suspension · CD

While driving 25 MPH there was a noise at front end. Passenger front tire had disconnected from vehicle, lower ball joint had broken.

Filed Feb 25, 2002 · Suspension · AR

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.

Filed Feb 24, 2002 · Suspension · AR

Ball joint "fell out" of itsd hole as I drove down my driveway.

Filed Jul 9, 2001 · Suspension, Transmission · KY

While driving 25mph and making a right turn ball joint broke, and the axle fell off vehicle. Dealer said ball joint and axle have to be replaced.

Filed Mar 29, 2000 · Suspension · IN

Driver's side ball joint stud fractured, causing wheel/ driveshaft and the cv boot to separate from vehicle. A recall has been issued on the vehicle's make; however, this vehicle was not included due to VIN. Vehicle has been repaired at the owner's expense. Manufacturer has been notified.

Filed Mar 20, 2000 · Body, Brakes · OH

Suspension systems experiencing continued noise, vibration and wandering, several repairs necessary to complete (rear springs coil, alignment and adjustment to tires), due to suspension system failure. Yh

Filed Jan 8, 2000 · Acceleration, Brakes · PA

Internal loss of coolant started shortly after purchase. When I determined that it was an abnormal amount, the warranty was done. Car is presently down until I can afford the head gaskets replacement and possibly replacement of a cracked head. Upon state inspection, leaking rear wheel cylinders were discovered on both wheels. Also, both rear struts were determined to be faulty. Whenever it is very cold, the accelerator linkage sticks and I must shift to neutral to stop without sliding. Occasionally the engine has raced at over 3000 RPM for several minutes after the accelerator pedal has been released. The head gasket problem has happened to several other persons I know with the 3.1 engine. Four different mechanics have told me that this is a very common problem with these engines after 30000 miles.