Chevrolet Monte Carlo ball joint problems

Filed Nov 22, 2015 · Brakes, Steering · 50,000 miles · UT

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.

Filed Jul 31, 2014 · Brakes, Electrical · 90,250 miles · TX

While backing out of the driveway the ABS lite came on with warning bells along with the service traction light and trac turned off. Later as I was driving on freeway with these lights on it began to make a grinding noise. I pulled onto the service road and the brakes failed to stop the car so I blew thru the stop sign and pulled into a lot. I turned the car off and let it sit a few minutes. When I restarted I was able to return home with all the lights on. Since then the brakes have been serviced, the tie rod ends replaced, a number of failed repair attempts and $2000 later, same problem. After every trip to the mechanic and 500 plus dollars the problem comes back in about a month. This car often will not start, dead as a door nail. By leaving the key in the ignition, turning it to on and not touching anything for ten minutes, it will reset and start right up. Replacing starter does not solve problem.

Filed Jun 22, 2009 · Driver assistance, Steering · 110,000 miles · PA

2001 monte carlo ss failure of steering knuckle passenger side. Replaced outer tie rod two times on second replacement noticed tie rod was loose in knuckle after looking closer I saw large crack in tierod hole that if separated completely the steering would have failed. Had to replace steering knuckle and tierod again. Was told that this happens very frequently with all models of gm cars with this same setup. Mileage at failure was around 110,000 miles.

Filed Feb 11, 2009 · Suspension · 120,000 miles · IL

Tl*the contact owns a 1995 chevrolet monte carlo. While driving 40 MPH, the contact heard a loud clunking noise coming from the passenger side wheel when making a right turn. The vehicle was taken to a local repair shop and the technician stated that the front ball joints on both sides of the vehicle were failing. The repair would cost $250. Upon further research, the contact discovered the federal safety agency campaign id number 94v230000 (suspension:front:control arm:lower ball joint). The manufacturer stated that the VIN was unknown; therefore, no compensation would be provided. The failure mileage was 120,000 and current mileage was 125,000.

Filed Aug 12, 2008 · Steering · 16,112 miles · AE

Today we were told that the right tie rod end needed to be replaced. Yearly inspections are done on our car and this past year we have only put about 2500-3000 miles on it, total 16,200. We keep the car in the garage and in great condition. Obviously we are a bit aggravated to be replacing any parts of a vehicle with such little miles.

Filed Mar 26, 2008 · Suspension · IL

2004 chevy monte carlo with defective aluminum casting. Consumer states that the aluminum casting broke where the ball joint is mounted to the wheel. She states that the insurance will pay all but $500.

Filed Nov 15, 2007 · Steering · 19,018 miles · MD

I heard a noise in my steering. It would make the noise when you turn the wheel left or right. I took it to the dealership to be fixed. The first time(1/5/07) I took it in they replaces both inner and outer tie rod boots. The second time(4/4/07) they said there was nothing. The third time they greased it. The fourth time(9/19/07) they replaced intermediate shaft. The fifth time(11/14/07) replaced shaft again.

Filed Dec 7, 2006 · Lights, Steering · PA

Ongoing problems with the turn signals not working and a continuous noise coming from the steering column/front end. Have had it to numerous mechanics and they cannot figure out the noise issue, ie its not a tie rod or a suspension issue.

Filed Jul 30, 2005 · Suspension · 112,018 miles · NC

The car was sent to a local garage and the defect was found. The serial # of the car is [xxx]is the same problem that the same model car had under recall#94v23000 ball joint mount defect. Chevrolet says they will not fix the car. This was found before any accidents or failure happened. The car is unable to pass inspection due to defect. *jb updated 07/19/2012 *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)

Filed Feb 16, 2005 · Suspension · 137,000 miles · MO · crash

While driving 35 MPH the front control arm and lower ball joints broke. As a result, the steering and brakes failed , and the vehicle collided into brick wall. Upon impact, the airbags did not deploy. No injuries reported. *ak *sc