These issues have been spotadic since I aquired the vehicle in october of 2021. Not infrequently the ABS system feels like it is trying to engage at low speeds with light braking such as in a parking lot. This also happens after coasting(no gas, no brake no cruise control))and then accelerating The radio will randomly stop playing or begin playing. The turn signal indicator chimes randomly stop chiming when the turn signal is in use though the interioir indicator light will flash normally. I have not been able to stop when this occurs with the turn signal still active to get out and verify it the turn signal is actually working At random times a loud clacking sound will come from behind the dash in the general vicinity of the radio and there will be no out put from the dash vents until the clacking stops. The use of any controls whether radio or climate does not seem to cause this nor will it stop it. Actuator doorb and/or solenoid perhaps?
Chevrolet Monte Carlo abs comes on
98 of the 2,120 owner complaints about the Chevrolet Monte Carlo describe aBS light or ABS activating, most of them for the 1995 model year.
- owner complaints
- 98
- worst model year
- 1995
- typical repair cost reported
- $900
- typical mileage
- 90,000
By model year
Often reported together
Brake failure 12Grinding brakes 6Stalling 3Headlights 3Check engine light 3Ball joint 3Warning lights 2Slipping 2
Trouble codes mentioned
P1189 1P0135 1C1226 1C1222 1C1216 1
What owners say
Abs and traction control light flashes when trying to accelerate. It loses power and gauges drop as if the car shut down. Will do this going down the highway.
Owned since 2007, no recalls active, older recall replaced intermediate steering shaft, have same problem again! Also ABS/traction control/speed sensors issue: humming,grinding,trac off lights,ABS lights. Common issue with these cars yet no fix by g.m ??
Abs light traction control light and air bag light are constantly on..,since ive owned it
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet monte carlo. While driving various speeds, the check engine, service traction, and ABS warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the front wheel hub with the ABS sensor needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the front driver and passenger side wheel hubs were replaced; however, the failure recurred. Neither the manufacturer nor the dealer were contacted or notified. The approximate failure mileage was 127,856.
I own a pristine 2003 monte ss, stored every winter and maintained by my mechanic husband. I have 2 issues with the car. First, I never use my bright lights because my headlights go out if I do. Second I am having brake issues. I have had the same thing with a silverado truck before. Abs would come on a slow speeds when not needed, dry pavement or gravel. Really scares me because I had an accident in my silverado truck from this same problem. Now my ABS light and service traction control are always on and not working. I have been a die hard chevy owner but I am so unhappy with the break systems in them. I have another foreign car that I drive in the winter and love the brakes.
Speedometer going nuts. Stuck on 85mph while idle and off as well. Periodically, the trac and ABS lights will come on. When backing up and put in drive to go, the traction active light comes on and car will lug and grind.
I was driving on the freeway and my steering was tighter at 75 MPH. My ABS light came on which has flashed on before about 6 times but quickly went off. I thought those time my car was just having a computer fluke. But this time the ABS light was lit with my steering tight. Traction control light came on and said it was off. My brakes started to lock on me as I tried to pull over which was a hassle considering I couldn't turn the wheel easily . Eventually I was able to pull over without a major accident although it was a close call. It took more than 1/2 a mile to get my car to stop. My car was towed. The wheel hub was so damaged that the repair shop said that they are surprised it didn't fall off. The sensors were just floating around . Thus my ABS and traction control warning lights turning on and off. This vehicle has never been in an accident or any other situation to cause this damage. My vehicle had 50,000 original miles at time of failure. The sway bar completely broken. Which I was told the repair shop has seen several gm vehicle's with this sway bar problem. My lower control arm had to be replaced as well as it was damaged with the other components. I do have proof of repairs.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 chevrolet monte carlo. While driving at an unknown speed, the key released from the ignition switch without warning. The contact received a notification for the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system). The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the ignition switch and key tumbler needed to be replaced before the recall repairs could be performed. While waiting for the repairs, the ignition switch shorted out and caused the anti-lock and ABS system to malfunction. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who confirmed that the ignition switch and key tumbler were defective and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the recall repairs were not performed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 211,000.
I was driving down a busy street at approximately 25 miles per hour and my car accelerated on its own. I had to step on my brakes to prevent from rear ending the vehicle in front of me. Attention when I drive. However, less than one week later, I noticed that my cruise control light was on and I had not touched the button to activate cruise control at all. I never use this feature and couldn't understand how this occurred. I then begin to notice that the cruise control sign would activate itself and my I was no longer driving at the speed that I thought I was. I do need to back up and state that I had a big problem with my ABS light going on and off and had taken my car to martin chevrolet to have this problem repaired. After approximately 4-5 visits of the same problem and out of pocket hundreds of dollars, the service technician found the problem and fixed it at the tune of $200. I do commend him for digging deep to find out what the problem was and he never gave up trying to find a solution. The last item I would like to report is the issue of me being shocked with small jolts of what I can only describe as small electric shocks when I would open my car door. This dates back to the first year that I purchased my brand new car.
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic
- What is wrong
- Certain passenger vehicles were produced with lower than specified torque on both front brake caliper to steering knuckle attachment bolts. With improper torque, the clamp load at the joint may not be adequate to prevent movement between the caliper bracket and knuckle.
- Risk
- Depending on whether one or both bolts backs out or fractures, the result can be locking of the affected wheel during braking and an abrupt steering input in the direction of the locked wheel, reduced braking and noise from the affected wheel, or severing of a brake hose, increased brake pedal travel, and reduced steering control. Reduced braking or steering control could cause a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers are to tighten both bolts to the specified torque. Owner notification began on june 28, 2004. Owners should contact chevrolet 1‑800‑630‑2438 or pontiac 1‑800‑620‑7668.
Recall number 04V287000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist: vacuum
- What is wrong
- These vehicles were assembled with one of the four brake booster tabs not properly located in the front of dash reinforcement assembly.
- Risk
- If this condition were present in a situation where stopping distances were small, a vehicle crash could occur.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect for proper booster installation. Boosters found to be improperly located will be removed and reinstalled properly.
Recall number 96V122000 · Recall details
Questions about the Chevrolet Monte Carlo abs
Why does the abs come on in the Chevrolet Monte Carlo?
Owners who report it most often also describe brake failure, grinding or squealing brakes and engine stalls while driving, and the codes they mention most are P1189, P0135 and C1226.
Which Chevrolet Monte Carlo years have aBS light or ABS activating problems?
The model years with the most reports are 1995 (21 complaints), 2002 (16 complaints) and 1996 (13 complaints).
How much does it cost to fix ABS light or ABS activating on the Chevrolet Monte Carlo?
Owners who mentioned a price put the repair at about $900 (median of 8 complaints that include a dollar amount). Costs vary with mileage, warranty and where the work is done.
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