While driving my 2001 monte carlo ss at 65 miles per hour on the interstate the car would shut off on its own leaving no power steering, brakes, or power to anything. The car did this several times. I contacted gm directly when this started happening. Basically I was told too bad and they couldn't help me. June 5, 2014 summary history display store 01 servc01 total r/o's 1 total serv. Days 3 make cv chevrolet ln# ro.no. Ro. Date.. Miles. Adv/tech j# t operation code. Description 600760 04/20/2007 98020 a 7368 31973 1 c 32ctz001 check engine lig 4757 june 5, 2014 r/o close out store 01 servc01 desc. Cv monte carlo blck 01 | 4. Labor 211.40 0.00 0.00 | | 5. Parts 6.96 0.00 0.00 | | | 8. Misc 14.95 0.00 0.00 | | 9. Tax 13.11 0.00 0.00 | |10. Est $ [ ] totals c 246.42 w 0.00 I 0.00 | | | complaint customer states the check engine is on | | dies while driving andm doesn't shift well | | cause performed diag sys check and found dtc p0128 engine coolant | | temp incorrect. And p1811 shift adapt. | | correction needs new thermostat for p0128 | | needs valve body and pressure control solenoid for p1811 |
2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo engine complaints
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Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet monte carlo. The contact stated that the intake manifold exploded without warning. The vehicle was not yet diagnosed. The dealer and manufacture were not alerted of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 110,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 monte carlo ss. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 MPH the check engine light illuminated. The vehicle was driven to the dealer where the mechanic stated he could only diagnose the failure if the warning indicator light was illuminated. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the failure occurred three times over a period of five years. The mechanic also diagnosed that the catalytic converter needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 96,745.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet monte carlo. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the intake manifold shattered. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where the failure could not be diagnosed but the vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was 43,000. Updated 02/27/14*lj updated 02/27/14
Upon attempting to start my car, the engine made a loud bang and saw some smoke coming out from the sides of the hood. I then noticed in the reflection of some water on the street and orange glow. I got out of the car, saw fire under the car, and called 911.
I purchased a used 2001 monte carlo ss 3.8l october 2011. The recall #2009047 engine compartment fire notice arrived in august 2012. Two spark plug retainers were installed at the dealer september 18, 2012 for no charge. On november 18, 2013, the car was parked for a few hours from 11 am until 2:45 pm, then after driving a short distance (less than 8 miles) on the highway, the car was parked in the lot of a pharmacy. Noticeable smoke began to emanate from under the sides of the hood. The hood remained cool to the touch. Immediately after the hood was lifted, the entire engine compartment was engulfed in fire. Two police officers just happened to be on the scene at the time. They kept us away from the vehicle and prevented us from any attempts to use an extinguisher on the fire. It burned until the firefighters arrived a few minutes later and put it out. The car still looked great with the hood closed. Except for a cracked windshield, there was no visible damage to the interior, exterior, or tires. Everything in the engine compartment was completely destroyed. The insurance company totaled it out.
I've had this automobile for several years now and without knowing the intake gaskets leak in the 3.8 engines. I was unaware of this severe condition. I should of been told of this issue when I purchase the car from the dealer since this is an ongoing problem with many of the chevy monte carlos 3.8 and I believe the 3.4 also. It will cost me about $480 to repair which I do not have and should not be responsible for this chevrolet ongoing issue. I had very scary moment one time it started running hot and smoke was coming off the engine as the fluid was seeping out of the gasket and dripping down the side of the engine which caused a small flame. This such a dangerous problem and I should not be liable for this dangerous defect in the engine.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet monte carlo. The contact stated that the cooling system failed and caused the heating system to also fail. In addition, the instrument panel lights would flicker on and off. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic for inspection. The failure was located at the ignition and the electrical system. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 123,045 and the current mileage was 124,161. Updated 04/02/13*lj updated 04/03/13
I bought the car with no problem then all of a sudden it started with hard starting now it doesn't want to start at all. I brought it to a mechanic and they just pointed at stuff and then blamed the remote start and told me to change my ignition module it didn't fix the problem bought brand new plugs and wires and that didn't fix it then they told me to change the computer and that made no difference. They first told me to change the ignition switch and it cost me 180 dollars then I had to buy a blinker switch witch was also around 190 dollars this is money I don't have. And now im on foot because my car wont start and I need help I have no idea who knows how to work on cars were I live. I need somewhere that they know wiring or something, just help. I have no more money and I just need to have this stupid problem fixed. I also have a problem were the car will die out at a certain speed or when I let off the gas. I almost was hit by another car when this happened.
I was stopped at a red light at the intersection of 31st street and la grange highway when I noticed smoke coming from under the hood of my car. I pulled into the cit-go gas station thinking my monte carlo was over heating. Then, flames began to come from the under the hood. I immediately called 911 and the la grange park police and fire department came within minutes. They had to saw my hood open to put the fire out and I immediately contacted gm. They notified me that my vehicle is in fact a recall and was negligent in sending me the registered vehicle owner any sort of notice of recall. Gm is denying fault and refuses to repair the vehicle or grant any sort of responsibility or compensation. Although they are responsible for the manufacturer defect they still refuse liability.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet monte carlo. The contact stated that the catalytic converter became clogged and caused the vehicle to stall. The contact took the vehicle to a local mechanic to have the catalytic converter replaced but two years after the repair, the catalytic converter failure recurred. The failure mileage was 63,000. The VIN was not available.
My husband and I got into my monte carlo ss 2001 to leave work on a cool day and it didn't start so we tried afew more times to start it. I started screaming the cars on fire, flames and heat hit the windshield from the hood so we jumped out and my husband opened it.the fire burned his hair and he backed off and called 911. I grabbed my purse and ran toward the shop we work at and the car made a loud boom that scared me so bad I flew into the building and hurt my back. A cop put the fire out and then the fire engine did the rest. The front of my car is a mess and I don't understand what happened or why. I loved my car and feel this is not ok. Shouldn't gm replace it or atleast pay something? My insurance company wont give me what I had into it, so what now?
Second submit - 1st submit no response 10427931 6/2003 - fuel pump replaced. 9/2004 cool pressure test found inter gasket leaking - replaced upper & lower internal gaskets; low cool sensor replaced. 12/2004 - missing on incline and with cruise - nothing found. 11/2005 - missing on accel, using lots of gas - wanted to replace plugs, etc. 2/2006 - missing on incline and cruise - nothing found. 6/2008 - numerous issues - bcm replaced. 7/2008 - after bcm replaced, dash lights , cruise indicator, heat and A/C did not function properly - dealer stated there would be cost to fix items even though they worked prior to replacement of bcm. 9/29/2011 - learned about "special policy adjustment-catalytic converter #05551(9/14/2005)" although I was never advised by dealer and did not receive notification. Called dealer to ask if they would check under special policy - dealer said they could not because, although mileage is within special policy guidelines, the time expired 4/2011. I have copies of all service done on this vehicle. Can this special policy be honored since I was not notified of the policy by gm or the dealer? The car has always had a problem with missing and using lots of gasoline. Thank you for advocating for me.
6/2003 - fuel pump replaced. 9/2004 cool pressure test found inter gasket leaking - replaced upper & lower internal gaskets; low cool sensor replaced. 12/2004 - missing on incline and with cruise - nothing found. 11/2005 - missing on accel, using lots of gas - wanted to replace plugs, etc. 2/2006 - missing on incline and cruise - nothing found. 6/2008 - numerous issues - bcm replaced. 7/2008 - after bcm replaced, dash lights , cruise indicator, heat and A/C did not function properly - dealer stated there would be cost to fix items even though they worked prior to replacement of bcm. 9/29/2011 - learned about "special policy adjustment-catalytic converter #05551(9/14/2005)" although I was never advised by dealer and did not receive notification. Called dealer to ask if they would check under special policy - dealer said they could not because, although mileage is within special policy guidelines, the time expired 4/2011. I have copies of all service done on this vehicle. Can this special policy be honored since I was not notified of the policy by gm or the dealer? The car has always had a problem with missing and using lots of gasoline. Thank you for advocating for me.
Intake manifold explosion resulting in 2nd degree burns.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet monte carlo. The contact stated that a fire ignited under the hood after she attempted to start the vehicle; the fire then progressed to a loud explosion which destroyed all of the parts under the hood. The vehicle was taken to a local repair shop where the mechanic stated that he had never seen such a failure. Although the explosion occurred, the vehicle was not destroyed. The current and failure mileages were approximately 110,000.
2001 monte carlo 75,000 miles 3.8l v6 plastic intake manifold broke had to be replaced at a cost of $700.00. This happened before I ever had to have a tune-up on my monte carlo. What's wrong with this picture?
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet monte carlo. The contact received a recall notice for the federal safety agency campaign id number 09v116000 (engine and engine cooling). The authorized dealer confirmed that the VIN was included in the recall, but the contact disagrees with the recall remedy. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure and current mileages were unavailable.
This complaint is in reference to gm safety recall # 09047. Precautions to the consumer include not parking car in garage and noticing a burning odor. A call was made to local dealer and parts are on national backorder!! So, if I park my car in the garage and it burns the house down, I have no recourse because I received a letter. This is not satisfactory!!
Gm recall no. 90047 - why does the remedy not address the reason behind the oil leak. Under so-called hard braking, as reported in the recall notice, where is the oil supposedly leaking from. Rather than treating the symptom, the source of the oil leak should have been addressed. It is against environmental pollution efforts to allow for such a defect to continue. I'm sure it would have been more costly to gm to fix the cause of the leak, but given the large number of vehicles with this engine all leaking, the proposed spark plug channel swap just doesn't make sense. I am requesting a re-assessment of the proposed solution and suggest epa also be consulted considering the environmental impact this has. I would welcome a response.
My 2001 monte carlo ss. I went to start it and it had a load explosion, it bent sparkplug, blew off oil cap started a fire, whole upper intake destroyed.
I was going in reverse doing about 10mph I smelled smoke so I got out of the car open the hood and nothing but smoke came out before I could do anything the whole car was on fire. I had to call 911 the said my car was toast I had a monte carlo ss 2001.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet monte carlo super sport. While driving 20 MPH, the vehicle shut off without warning. The vehicle was unable to be restarted and was towed to the contact's residence. The dealer stated that the engine and ECM caused the failure. The contact would have to pay over $500 to have the vehicle repaired. The failure has been occurring for approximately four months; however, this was the first time the vehicle ever shut off. The failure and current mileages were 88,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet monte carlo. The contact noticed a leak in her garage underneath the vehicle, which was found to be water and coolant. She took the vehicle to her regular mechanic, who replaced the plastic intake manifold gasket with a rubber gasket. The contact was informed that the failure was common with her type of vehicle and was referred to the dealer. The dealer was aware of the failure, but could not assist. The manufacturer has not yet been notified. The current and failure mileages were approximately 54,000. Updated 12/11/08 *bf updated 12/11/08.
The car would lose power at higher RPM's every now and again before problem became an everyday problem. Then one day a loud bang and car ran horrible. Drove it until it wouldn't hardly stay running. Couldn't figure out the problem. Car gave code for faulty egr valve. Replaced, didn't change anything. The converter had to be replaced, ran better but still not correct. The muffler shop said I had a warped plastic intake, needed to replace. I bought the part and replaced. Still didn't fix the problem completely. Then I was told the intake gasket was faulty. Replaced those, and runs much better. Still not correct, don't know if it is a result from all that was wrong. My complaint is for the converter, plastic intake, and the intake manifold gaskets. The intake gaskets were destroyed from the dexcool anti-freeze installed from factory. I hear many complaints about the plastic intakes and I believe that one of these caused the converter to fail. I have the intake, and the intake gaskets that I replaced. Will keep parts until I get more info on this. Also have all cost info. Did much of the repair on my own.
Dt*: the contact stated after charging the battery, the vehicle was started and the intake manifold erupted into flames. The fire was put out with a fire extinguisher. The vehicle was towed to the dealership, but the cause was not determined.
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle caught fire. When the ignition was turned on there was a loud explosion. The hood was opened to extinguish the fire. The fire department was not contacted. The vehicle was towed to a dealer for inspection. Upon inspection the plastic pressure regulator gauge was cracked which caused gas to pool in the intake area. The dealer replaced the pressure regulator gauge. Updated 3/28/2006 -
Smell of anti freeze, service light on,temp gauge showing no temp and fans running in cold weather.
I guess I'm the lucky one my car seems to have almost every complaint listed. The side air bag continuously tries to escape from it's seat. Several months ago my blinkers started to work only as they felt like it, having read consumer complaints, I tried turning on the hazard lights when they wouldn't function, this would remedy the blinker problem for a short time. However, now my blinkers don't work at all and my hazards don't either. About the same time my car began shutting off at various speeds with no warning. Then I went about 1 1/2 months with no stalling problems. This week my car has shut off daily making it very difficult to steer, stop and feel safe, especially with no hazards. The car will go to the chevy dealer today, we'll see what they say. I think that it's important to note that when the car shuts down you often don't have enough coasting time to get safely to the side of the road, especially on a 3 or more lane highway.
Dt: the consumer stated that intake manifold gasket was leaking. This occurred since february 2005. The vehicle has been checked at dealership and a repair shop. Both places said that there was a coolant leak in the engine. Consumer has not fixed the problem yet. Was waiting to see if gm was going to issue a recall. Consumer contacted the dealership and manufacturer. The manufacturer said that there was still an open recall on those vehicles. Consumer did not have a recall number, and system was not showing a recall on the engine. The representative from gm told the consumer about the recall. The recall was on a coolant in the engine that may leak. Gm was the one who told the consumer that he was not included in the recall.*ak
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