1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo engine problems

Filed Aug 29, 2009 · Engine · IL

My 97 monte carlo z34 started dying on me whenever I came to a complete stop and after I had been driving it for a while. And it would shoot forward after I started it again in neutral(the only way it would start). Placing myself in the middle of intersections unwillingly, I would have to start my car and make sure no cars were coming any way or else I would have crashed! Now my car is completely undrivable and dies whenever I hit my brakes, I took the car to several mechanics since this started and have had the following changed/repaired: upper and lower intake gasket set, throttle body gasket, thermostat, spark plugs and wires, air filter, numerous vacuum leaks, valve covers.

Filed Jun 23, 2008 · Engine · 119,000 miles · MD

My 1997 chevrolet monte carlo was recently diagnosed with an intake manifold gasket that needs to be replaced (due to leaking of engine coolant). Two mechanics informed me the repair costs would be between $800-$1000. After further research, I discovered several general motors vehicles between 1996-2002 had this same problem. Though no official recall was done, gm did publish a technical service bulletin regarding this problem a few years ago. I know canada has filed class action suits against canada gm concerning this issue. The car only has 120k miles on it, and the bluebook states the value to be around $2200. Does the state of maryland have information on this issue requiring gm to perform this work under some kind of warranty?

Filed Aug 14, 2007 · Engine · 145,000 miles · CA

Tl*the contact owns a 1997 chevrolet monte carlo. While driving 5 MPH, the engine fell out of the vehicle. The mechanic stated that the failure was caused by the sub frame bolts not being tightened. The bolts were re-attached. As of august 14, 2007, no other failures have occurred. The current and failure mileages were 145,000.

Filed Jul 12, 2004 · Engine · 36,366 miles · WI

1997 chevrolet monte carlo VIN#[xxx] miles 36,366 date 04/12/02 head gasket blown (reseal intake manifold) service#47886 andrew chevrolet 1500 west silver spring milwaukee,wisc. 53209 repair cost $916.58 reason given why it went out by service tech engine heats up and cools down. 05/14/04 mileage 48,933 service #89628 head gasket again blown(reseal intake manifold want another $8-900 refused to pay again car sits at home. *la updated 07/25/2012 *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)

Filed Apr 1, 2004 · Engine · KS

Coolant starting leaking with a minimal amount and kept getting worse. Was informed that intake manifold gasket needs replaced. Heard of several monte carlos and luminas having this problem.

Filed Feb 17, 2004 · Engine · 47,000 miles · IL

My 1997 monte carlo is in need of an intake manifold gasket replacement. Why isn't this a gm recall? The repair cost is $800 and my internet research shows that this is a prevalent problem in gm cars. My car is unsafe to drive until the repair is complete. The engine could catch fire or freeze up while driving. Gm needs to recall these defective plastic gaskets immediately before someone gets killed!

Filed Feb 6, 2003 · Engine · 68,000 miles · FL

Blown motor. When car was taken apart to remove engine the bolts on the intake manifold were not tight and were removed by hand, no tools needed.

Filed Aug 22, 2002 · Engine · UT

Engine possibly blown, all scheduled maintenance completed, could be head gasket, any recalls?

Filed Jun 4, 2002 · Engine · OH

Vehicle was leaking oil. Oil is changed every 5000 miles, and vehicle is burning oil too fast. Took vehicle to a mechanic, and mechanic stated gaskets were cracked under the motor. Consumer did not know the cause. *ak consumer stated that they refused to fix the vehicle because mechanic stated it was the hardest engine to get out to replace gaskets.

Filed Jun 26, 2001 · Brakes, Electrical · SC

While driving and without prior warning engine loses power, and ABS braking system becomes inoperable. Dealer has been contatced. Results from complete diagnostic work-up where that vehicle was experiencing these problems due to a low battery cell. Consumer replaced battery, and I was experiencing same problems as before. Please provide furthur details.