2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo: headlights failing or too dim

Filed Feb 2, 2011 · Lights · 150,000 miles · AL

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet monte carlo. The contact stated that the hazard light, headlights and turn signals all failed. However, the turn signals functioned intermittently. The vehicle had not been inspected or repaired. The current and failure mileages were 150,000.

Filed Nov 20, 2008 · Electrical · MA

My 2001 monte carlo ss has recently had problems with its security warning light system. The warning light comes on for no apparent reason while driving the car. At the same time the headlights and dashboard lights flash very quickly. One time the car would not start and the car was dead. After opening the trunk with my remote to get the battery jumper cables power returned to the car and I was able to start the car.

Filed Sep 15, 2008 · Electrical · 55,000 miles · IL

First I noticed that my dashboard would not light up at night from time to time when I drove at night . Sometimes it would not light up upon startup and then light up during the drive . This became more frequent over time . Also I experienced that my fog light on the driver's side kept blowing bulbs , about 3 so far , whereas the passenger side bulb is the original one since I brought the car . I spoke with a mechanic I befriended while taking a class and he told me that the problem was the headlamp control switch on the dash to the left of the steering wheel . I went to the dealer and they confirmed this to be true without my assessment I gained from my classmate mechanic who told me how common this problem was and how expensive it is to fix for the chevy monte carlo ss 2001 . Do you have similar complaints about this type of problem ? Not being able to see your dashboard at night is very annoying as I like to know what my car is doing while driving it . I feel that this problem will grow and become more expensive to fix over time , especially being electrical . Sincerely

Filed Mar 6, 2006 · Lights · 82,000 miles · IN

Dt*: the contact stated while driving at night, the headlights stopped working without any prior warning. The high/low beam dimmer switch was engaged several times. Afterwards the headlights illuminated, but the brightness of the lights weakened while the dimmer switch was engaged. Although the problem persisted, the vehicle was not seen by a dealer.

Filed Nov 21, 2005 · Electrical, Lights · 4,800 miles · AL

Dt: the contact stated the automatic headlights will shut off while driving. When he manually turned on the headlights they will stay on. The vehicle has not been inspected to determine the cause of the problem. He believed it may have been a problem in the electrical system relay for the headlights. *ak updated 12/27/05.

Filed Dec 7, 2004 · Body, Electrical · MS

Replaced power steering pump, r/r transmission, replaced alternator and low tire pressure. Vehicle was damage while in service shop. *bf the vehicle had malfunctioning signal lights. The consumer stated that the engine was repaired for a coolant leak. The engine light came on. The steering wheel was set to the left. Clock not set. Windshield washer light came on. The consumer stated that the left finder was damaged as well as the console. The right bumper was damaged. The driver door shakes. A whinning noise is heard from the vehicle at highway speeds and while turning. The consumer witnessed the service dealer testing his vehicle and saw shifting foward very hard and back very hard tires screaching. Smoke coming from the tires. The tail pipes were shaking as well as the rear end. The consumer stated that the time was used up on the vehicle onstar cell phone. The consumer stated that the headlights will not turn off. Smoke came from the vents inside the vehicle. The consumer stated that something bumps the door while the vehicle is in motion. The steering wheel shakes when brakes are applied.

Filed Feb 17, 2004 · Electrical · 10,000 miles · NY

Voltage drops off to 10 volts & headlights flicker. Alternator was replaced but did not fix the problem, has been @ 3 different dealerships 6 separate times. They can`t find the problem. 1500 miles to go before the car is out of warranty.

Filed Feb 6, 2004 · Electrical · 45,000 miles · MI

When driving, headlights and dashboard lights (speedometer, etc) will go out, warning lights will light up. At other times, after turning off ignition, the headlights and/or dome lights will stay on. Vehicle will not start, unless battery cable is removed and reconnected. Dealership was of no help, said I would be charged to determine the cause of the problem, as it is no longer under warranty. This is a safety issue, because the headlights will go out, while driving, causing visibility to be nil.

Filed Jan 25, 2002 · Lights, Steering · OH

Vehicle wanders very bad,and there seems to be a problem with the rack and pinion. When cold steering wheel is going off center and the vehicle pulls very bad to the left. So far vehicle has had new engine cradle and new steering rack.problem is still there, dealer has not been helpfull at all. Upon numerous other problems such as headlights flickering,and chirping noise under hood.

Filed Jan 11, 2002 · Electrical · TX · fire

Vehicle was parked for 1.5 hours when a fire started under the hood. Bystanders reported horn and headlights were activated before fire started.vehicle was totalled. Insurance investigator determined fire was caused by an electrical defect, chevrolet representative inspected vehicle as well, but has not gotten back with consumer on the findings.