Steering problems clunking noises when moving, turning either forward or backward. Gets much worse when the weather is cold.
2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo steering complaints
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My husband was recently involved in an accient in his 2000 chevrolet monte carlo due to steering problems. This resulted in a roll-over x2 and total loss. I have contacted gm to discuss the problem and they insist that it should be handled by our insurance carrier. Since the accident, I have found that gm issued a recall (03062) for power steering problems. I have done further research and found that this is not a one time incident, others have complained of very similiar problems with the same vehicle.
Steering has had vibration in it since I purchased the car. Now the steering won't steer unless the engine is accelarated. The engine keeps backfiring and cutting out. This is a 2000 monte carlo ss. This is the worst vehicle I have ever owned. I will never buy another gm product again. I am buying a toyota.
Clunk noise from front of vehicle during turning maneuver/steering wheel rotation. The car dealer has temporarily fixed this problem twice and it is now happening again. I was told there is not a part available to fix it permantly and they won't fix it again under warranty until there is a recall.
I purchased the 2000 chevrolet monte carlo new. After about 18 months the steering column had a rattling or clunking noise. I took it back to the dealer and he immediately knew what the problem was and replaced the "intermediate steering shaft" . That solved the problem. Now at 45,000 miles the same problem is occuring again and the vehicle is out of warrantee. Is this not a defect in the manufacturing of the vehicle? It is rarely driven except on trips. Other people apparently experience the same problems.
The intermediate steering shaft was failing, noticable clunking feeling coming through the steering wheel when making turns at low speeds. Dealership said there was no safety issue. The shaft was on back order(as if there have been many problems).
Around august 2004 the tie rob was replaced dur to excessive wear. Passanger widndow began making grinding noises when raised and lowered. Eater/ - A/C vent makes whining noise when used. Rack and pinion steering was repalced due to leaks. Was found by the vehicle failing to pass the maryland safety inspection. All problems were reported to gm customer service by telephone.
Consumer complained about rack and pinion steering. Which had to be replaced at 53,000 miles and at 58,000 miles. Currently, at 68,000 miles rack and pinion had to be replaced again. However, warranty expired.
I bought my 2000 chev monte carlo new in jan 2000. At approx 20000 miles I took it into the dealer because of 'rattling & clunking" noise in steering column. The dealer determined that it was the 'intermediate shaft" - it was fixed/replaced by the dealer at that time. At 37k miles - the same problem. Again, the dealer replaced the intermediate shaft. Now, at 77k miles - the same problem again. This time the dealer and gm will not pay for or cover the repair. While everyone admits that this is unusual - they say "it is out of warranty". I believe that a failure of this part is a significant safety issue and should be investigated. According to a source at the dealer - the failure of this part is a common complaint, however, replacing this unit 3 times is not a common occurence. Your file odi id # 10037817 make reference to the same issue as mine. I greatly appreciate your looking at this. Thanks.
The rack and pinion failed twice in one year, causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
There is a rattling noise in the front drivers side coming from the wheel and felt in the steering when driving at lower speeds
Consumer heard a rattling noise coming from the steering column while traveling over bumps at any speed.*ak the dealer replaced the intermediate shaft.
While driving, the steering wheel lock up without warning. Dealer notified.*ak the power steering gear and tie rod was replaced. *ts
Leather seats: the quailty of the leather was "poor" to say the least. Dealer did replace the rear seat after repeated complaints. Speed control: at about 40,000 miles, speed control makes audible sound upon engaging or disengaging. Dealer replaced speed control module and this did not stop the problem. Interior: the coating on the dash board is peeling. Steering: makes aut\dible snapping ni\oise when turning. Dealer cannot find problem. Transmission: engine cuts out when under load at 1800 -2500 RPM on hills. Tachometer jumps up and down. Dealer had the car for 4 days and couldn't recreate the problem. I took them for a test drive and recreated it over and over again.
Steering wheel would make popping noise when turning. Had take vehicle to dealership, mechanic replaced rack and pinion only. Popping noise reappeared after driving for awhile. Went back to dealer, and pinion was replaced again. Next day, popping noise came back . Consumer went back to dealer, and engine cradle was replaced. Then, popping noise has reappeared. Taking vehicle back again to dealer.
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