Stop & go driving. Abs warning light comes on, traction control turns off, service traction control warning light comes on, brake pedal vibrates. All lights stay on while driving but reset after ignition turn off/ turn on procedure as described in owners manual. Next day, same lights & warnings. Take vehicle to dealer on 4/05/06. "computer checked system codes p1189, p0135, c1216 in system. Items tested per trouble tree. All items test good." no charge. Next day, 4/6/06, same warnings! Take to dealer again without resetting warnings. No computer system codes showing, but no input signal from right front hub. Dealer replaces right front hub assembly - cost $479. Vehicle seems fine, until about 4/20 when brake pedal vibration comes back and warning lights come on and off. I turned off the traction control system and everything was fine for several days. On 4/25, with the traction system off, the pedal vibration was back and the ABS & traction control warning lights came on again. Went back to dealer. Although they told me the computer check show codes of c1222 and c1226, the codes do not show on my invoice. Code c1226 appears on the federal safety agency technical service bulletin item number 10017271 for my year and make of vehicle. However the service bulletin number 3500 is not know to the dealer as a valid tsb number, and they could not locate any information about it. Dealer "diagnosed and replaced ebtcm, and programmed system" - cost $697. I feel that by replacing the "brain" (ebtcm) and programming it, the dealer and/or the manufacturer may be covering up a potential safety issue with either one or both systems, ABS and traction control. I also feel that the dealer put me and my family in a dangerous position by failing to diagnosis any problems on the first visit, and then doing it again by making me feel safe by paying for a replacement part that has nothing to do with either system!
2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo brakes complaints
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The brake rotors on my 2001 monte carlo have had to be resurfaced twice and now need to be resurfaced a third time for becoming warped. The first time I had the brakes resurfaced was at 19,874 miles. The second time was at 40,644. I have 55,562 miles on my vehicle now and they need to be resurfaced again, but the vibrations haven't gotten that bad yet. Associated with the vibrations from my rotors becoming warped, I experience a "knocking" feeling in the steering wheel. I took my car into my local chevy dealer at about 39,700 miles and described my problem to them. They told me that the brake rotors were warped and needed resurfacing and that the steering shaft had gone bad and needed replacing. I had them replace the steering shaft ($480 job) but not the brakes. I took my car to a local repair shop to resurface the rotors (less expensive than dealer cost). I am having the same symptoms of the steering shaft going bad again. I don't understand why chevrolet won't do something for its monte carlo customers.
Dt: febuary of this year ABS traction sensor and brake system warning light illuminated. When backing iout of driveway or in normal driving at any given speed the brakes would grab and the traction active lights would illuminate. Took vehicle to a dealer, they said it was the left rear wheel hub sensor that failed, but could not duplicate problems consumer was having at that time. The dealer did not replace this, but did reset the sensor. When vehicle was driven away from dealer brakes still had the same problem. Within 24 hours the same issue was actived on the vehicle. Returneds to dealer, this time they replaced the left rear wheel hub sensor. About a month later this happened again. Did phone dealer about this. Consumer made another trip to the dealer, who noted again the left rear wheel sensor had gone bad again. Currently, car is again at the dealer for the 4th time for the same problem. The last occurrence was at a at stop sign, and when applying brake pressure discovered no brakes. Afterwards, immediately drove to dealership, where car is now. Also has had rotors resurfaced, and replaced rear brake pads as well during this process.
Brake rotors were turned by dealer in june 2004 at 43,000 miles. Steering wheel started shaking, had brakes checked, brakes were fine. Was told the front rotors were no good and needed to be replaced. This occured 3 months and 4,000 miles later. The dealer replaced the rotors, charged $205.00 (did not charge labor). I've noticed on this site many people have complained of the same problem. I've spent over $450.00 in 90 days for brake rotor issues.
Series of high cost repairs at my expense with no warranty: driver infomation center has always been wrong and inaccurate and unfixable; at 24446 miles, replaced front rotors at my expense (; AC at 30825 worked intermittenly and battery light indicator stayed on and serpentine belt worn out (replaced with after market brand ($90) that has lasted perfectly at almost 80,000 miles; engine coolant leak notice by chevrolet on july 2003 fixed on 7/30-03 at 58009miles; at 34607 vibration from intermid. Steering shaft and bushing replaced ($60); vibration back at 75,000miles and they would not fix it; chev diagnosis on 7/8/04 for left rear wheel speed sensor needs left rear wheel hub assembly (ABS brakes will not work and not fixed, $700) and turn signals work intermittenly (not fixed) and AC compressor leaking (not fixed, $900), and driver seat power seat heater defective (not fixed, $230).
Consumer complained about front brake pads. Consumer stated that the front brake pads had to be replaced every 3,000 miles, but problem recurred.
Transmission oil leak, grinding noise in the transmission,coolant leak at the lower intake manifold.
Every 15,000 to 17,000 I have to have the rotors turned because of warping. I have contacted the manufacters customer service and they sent back a standard form letter. After second time manufacturer told me they could not help and to make an appointment with my dealer. All they did was to turn the rotors no charge. That does not solve the problem. There has to be a defect. Just like one of the other complaints, all my driving is on the highway.
While applying the brakes pedal vibrated, resulting in less braking power due to ABS braking system failure. Dealership was aware of the problem because vehicle was towed to dealer for the same problem twice.
Violet shaking when applying brake caused by warping of brake discs. I've had to have resurfaced 3 times since ownership & it's going back in for the 4th time. Dealership says nothing chevrolet can do about it! Most of my driving is highway.
My 2001 chevrolet monte carlo has a safety-related defect with the front brake rotors. The rotors are made of a composite material and warp very easily. At 1500 miles, I noticed a steering wheel vibration when applying the brakes at 45-60 MPH. I had the rotors removed and resurfaced at my local garage since the chevy dealer told me that brake repairs would not be covered under the warranty. I now have 25000 miles on the vehicle, and the braking vibration is recurring. My mechanic tells me that the rotors must be replaced. This is clearly a safety-related, design defect that chevrolet is refusing to fix. The federal safety agency should investigate this and force chevrolet to fix the problem.
The consumer felt the overall design including the engine, transmission, and the brakes were seriously flawed. The vehicle was properly repaired by the dealer. On two occasions, the ignition had gotten stuck, the engine lost oil, and the dipstick cylinder had loosened. The consumer requested a refund. Gm did not agree with the above comment, and stated the dealer handled the situation properly. (model ss) mr scc
The vehicle experienced the following: stalled when cold and upon hard acceleration, the key stuck in the ignition, suspension and brake problems(rod kit was installed/no brakes), the transmission had gone out(repaired), the vehicle hesitated and jumped from park gear to drive, and after the ignition repairs, the vehicle stalled and hesitated in shifting to gear. The consumer requested the dealer to repurchase the vehicle, and reimburse for the repair(s), and the rental. Mr scc
Have had to have my rotors turned and then replaced in under 40,000 miles. Now at 56,000- I am experiencing the same symptoms. Dealer paid for turning the first time. When the rotors needed to be replaced- warranty had expired. I went directly to chevy who refused (they were also extremely rude and unprofessional, did not respond to messages and refused to let me speak to a manager!) to replace.
The 2001 chevrolet monte carlo I purchased in february, 2001 has had serious and numerous defects since I purchased the car two years ago. The transmission, engine, caliphers, and breaks have each been repaired by the dealer at least twice. On feb.15, 2003, the key got stuck in the ignition of the car, and because the car was then out of warranty, I was forced to pay $406.00 for a repair of the vehicle. On february 20th, 2003, the car started leaking oil and the transmission "jumps" from the parking gear into drive whenever it is turned on. I am asking that the gm manufacturer. The compalints on this vehicle are ongoing. The date indicated below is only the date of the latest incident with this car. To repurchase the vehicle for the monthly payments and interest I have already paid
I drive a 2001 chevrolet monte carlo. I have had to have my rotors replaced twice and a complete brake job done all before my factory warranty is up. I have been told this is not a safety issue and that rotors are a wearable item. I am concerned that this will be a continual problem with repeat trips to the dealership to replace what appears to be a defective part and it's continual use as a replacement part. 90% of my driving is interstate driving and the fear of braking irregularities or effectiveness is frightening to me. Something needs to be done to prevent this problem--not just cover it up.
I took my monte carlo in at 25,000 miles for bad steering wheel vibrations when braking and brakes not holding in damp weather (either rain or car wash). The service consultant told me that whoever rotated my tires used the wrong torque when putting the wheels back on. He said that messed up my rotors. I told him that I had never rotated my tires. He said that my warranty wouldn't be honored because I had not rotated my tires. I took it to another chev dealer and he said that brakes were not covered under warranty and it was not unusual to have to have my rotors turned and new pads at that mileage. I have had all new cars and never had to have a complete brake job at that mileage.
Vehicle is subject to vibration due to rotors having some sort of failure, possibly warped. Owner is concerned because no cause was specified. *ak since consumer purchased the vehicle while applying brakes between 45 and 60 miles per hour the steering wheel violently vibrates. The vehicle is still covered under warranty. Consumer took vehicle to the repair shop where she was informed the rotors were warped and wouldn't be covered. Consumer took vehicle to a different mechanic for a second opinion.
The problem is the the rotors have had to be resurfaced at 11,000, 22,000 miles and now at 30,000 I have to replace rotors out of my pocket. They get hot and do not cool down before next time you sep on brake. Cheve. Did pay for the resurfacing on the first 2 tims, but will not fix them anymore time. Les schwab is doing the repacement work now and they have said that this is not the first one they have done, for the same problem. Cheve. Dealer did tell me that there is a recall on the malibu rotors but not the monte carlo. When the rotors start going you get a plusing in the steering wheel and the brake pedal, when they get really bad your steering wheel shakes. This is a safety problem with the rotors, why is chevrolet not coming froward to fix this problem right?
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Engine check light comes on but no codes show up, car engine quits after puting in gear(reverse). Steering and brakes quit and emergency brake used to stop.
Engine light came on, and the dealership could not determine a cause for problem. Then, while backing up at approximately 5 MPH, engine light came on, and steering control was lost. On-star representative stated that anti-theft device came on and caused the engine to shut off. *ak consumer had to use the emergency brake to stop vehicle on one occasion when the brakes failed.
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