1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo engine problems

Filed Nov 18, 2014 · Engine · 50,000 miles · KY

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.

Filed Oct 10, 2006 · Brakes, Engine · 181,545 miles · GA

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.

Filed Mar 6, 2006 · Engine · 75,385 miles · NY

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.

Filed Feb 2, 2005 · Engine · 119,000 miles · MI

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.

Filed May 1, 2004 · Engine · 80,000 miles · IN

Rough idle, random misfires, strong odor when misfire occurs, fluctuating gas gauge.

Filed Mar 22, 2004 · Engine · 86,000 miles · OH

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.

Filed Mar 15, 2004 · Engine · MI

I had to replace the lower intake manifold gasket due to antifreeze leak, and now the head gasket is leaking antifreeze.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Body, Brakes · 92,000 miles · IN · crash

Brakes do not work during inclimate weather. Loses a quart of oil per 500 miles. Blows by smoke through exhaust when starting.

Filed Dec 28, 2003 · Engine · 80,000 miles · MS

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."

Filed Nov 24, 2003 · Engine · 25,703 miles · AZ

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.