Tl* the contact owns a 1991 dodge monaco. The contact stated that the passive saftey restraint system malfunctioned and was not performing properly on both the driver and passenger sides of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was repaired under the federal safety agency campaign number: 95v213000 (seat belts); however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 55,000.
The worst 1991 Dodge Monaco problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Visibility14
- Brakes10
- Seat belts6
- Transmission6
- Acceleration4
Problems by type
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- Visibility14
- Brakes10
- Seat belts6
- Transmission6
- Acceleration4
- Electrical3
- Body2
- Fuel system2
- Engine1
- Locks1
- Suspension1
Recalls 7
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: rotor
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger and multi-purpose vehicles originally sold or currently registered in the states of connecticut, illinois, indiana, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, or wisconsin, and the district of columbia. The front disc brake rotors can experience severe corrosion if operated for an extensive period in the "salt belt." if the rotors are not replaced, the corrosion can eventually compromise the structural integrity of the stamped steel center hub section of the rotor.
- Risk
- The reduced strength can allow the cast iron wear surface to separate from the hub, reducing the brake effectiveness of the vehicle.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace these rotors with rotors that are coated with a corrosion protection.
Recall number 98V005000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
- What is wrong
- The ABS hydraulic control unit can experience excessive brake actuator piston seal wear causing pump-motor deterioration.
- Risk
- If this condition occurs, the ABS function could be lost and reduced power assist would be experienced during vehicle braking increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers will test the vehicle's anti-lock brake system and repair the vehicles if necessary. Also the warranty on all ABS components will be extended to 10 years or 100,000 miles (except for the brake actuator piston assembly and the pump-motor assembly which will have a lifetime coverage). Owners will also be reimbursed for previous ABS component repair costs.
Recall number 96V099000 · Recall details
Seat belts: front: anchorage
- What is wrong
- The automatic shoulder belt systems can malfunction and become inoperative.
- Risk
- The lack of passive restraints could increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a vehicle collision.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the system track and drive assembly on automatic shoulder belt systems which are currently inoperative and those systems when they become inoperative in the future.
Recall number 95V213000 · Recall details
Visibility: defroster/defogger/HVAC system: heater core
- What is wrong
- The end cap connecting the heat exchanger's core to the engine cooling system could rupture and allow hot coolant to escape into the passenger compartment.
- Risk
- The coolant escaping into the passenger compartment could contact the driver's feet and injure the driver. Also, steam from the heater liquid will cloud on the window surfaces and impair the driver's vision. In either case, failure of the heater core end cap could result in a vehicle accident.
- Remedy
- A coolant temperature controlled heater core fluid bypass valve will be installed.
Recall number 94V006000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- The anti-lock brake system high pressure hose may leak or detach at its crimped end fitting resulting in the discharge of hydraulic fluid.
- Risk
- Fluid discharge eventually causes the loss of both theanti-lock brake system and hydraulic assist for the brake system, resulting inincreased likelihood of brake lockup and increased stopping distances, whichcould result in a vehicle accident.
- Remedy
- Replace the ABS high pressure hose with a hose of different design and construction.
Recall number 91V191000 · Recall details
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery
- What is wrong
- Routing of battery main feed wiring may allow it to contact the air cleaner bracket and contnued contact may lead to an electrical short circuit.
- Risk
- The electrical short caused by continuous contact couldresult in the ignition of the wiring insulation, and an underhood fire.
- Remedy
- The main feed on all involved vehicles will be rerouted and secured with tie straps away from the air cleaner bracket.
Recall number 91V042000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Rear brake tube routing is contacted by fuel tank heat shield when suspension is in full jounce position. This damages the brake fluid tube, causing a leak.
- Risk
- Loss of fluid from half of the diagonally split brakehydraulic system affects braking capability, which could result in an accident.
- Remedy
- Modify heat shield to eliminate potential for shield contacting brake tube.
Recall number 91V027000 · Recall details
See all 7 recalls for the 1991 Dodge Monaco
Defect investigations
Brake disc/hub separation
Consumer complaints indicate that corrosion of the brake rotors have caused separation of the brake disc from its hub, resulting in brake failure.
EA97001
Brake disc/hub separation
consumer complaints indicate that corrosion of hte brake rotors have caused separation of the brake disc from its hub, resulting in brake failure.
PE96053
Abs braking malfunction
There is no summary currently available
EA95016
Auto shoulder belt fails
There is no summary currently available
PE94027
Engine compartment fires
There is no summary currently available
PE92086
Technical service bulletins for the 1991 Dodge Monaco 10
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Child Seat Tether Anchor Installation This bulletin describes procedures to install Child Seat Tether...
- Subject regarding wire splice repairs. sb
- Subject regarding child seat tether anchors. tt
- This bulletin provides a revised wire splice procedure and related parts. tt
- Subject on the child seat tether anchors. mjs
- Information on child seat tether anchors. tt
- Information on installation of radio transmitting equipment. ak
- Difficult to clean light colored "chalky" residue from plastic body components that are molded in black. tw
- Bulletin supersedes technical service bulletin 08-16-95, dated apr. 14, 1995. if the vehicle operator...
What 1991 Dodge Monaco owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Metal strap securing fuel tank to vehicle rusted and broke; defect discovered before any crash/personal injury; contacted manufacturer's dealer for replacement part and was advised none available now nor likely to be available in future; had to arrange for custom manufacture of replacement part. I still have part of the rusted strap. This part should have been made of a more durable material considering the function it serves; rusting issue compounded by the fact that a loose-fitting cover goes over the strap and same appears to trap water, promoting the rusting action.
The seat belt track and assemblies were replaced under recall 95v213 but not returned to working order, both front seat restraints continue to malfunction and are inoperable, additionally the work performed has caused multiple electrical malfunctions in the vehicle rendering many of its systems, including the A/C inoperative (attorney for client). Nlm
Recall 95v213000/active seat and shoulder belt: dealer refusing to honor recall. *ak
When the car is turned on mist comes from the vents without turning on the ventilation system. This causes the windows to fog up and creates poor visibility for driver. Dealer says heater core needs to be replaced.
When approaching a stop at 2 MPH there was a clicking noise, and the accelerator pedal went to the floor without application and the vehicle took off. Dealer has inspected vehicle.
Vehicle experiencing fumes entering inside of vehicle upon starting ,and steam buildup on front windshield. Consumer noticed a the federal safety agency recall #94v‑006.00/ water:defroster, defogger: heatercore, water. Believed vehicle have same symptom as recall. Contacted a dealer, but informed that vehicle was not part of recall. Can the federal safety agency provide information of what I need to do to get this problem corrected .
While driving and stepping on the brakes the engine increases the rpms, and the engine check light keeps coming on intermittently. The dealer finds this model has an electrical system that is a "nightmare." owner believes that chrysler has produced a product that has inherent electrical problems and no one is trained to repair them. *ak
While driving the windows fog up for no apperent reason, and when defogger is activated it gets worse. Dealer has been contacted.
In inclement weather windshield wipers will become very slow until they completely stop, causing loss of visibility. ,dealer replaced 2 motors in wipers, defect is still occurring.
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Questions about the 1991 Dodge Monaco
Is the 1991 Dodge Monaco reliable?
Owners have filed 37 complaints about the 1991 Dodge Monaco, 4.1 times a typical Monaco model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1991 Dodge Monaco?
Windows, wipers and visibility, with 14 complaints. Next is brakes (10).
How many recalls does the 1991 Dodge Monaco have?
7 recalls, covering service brakes, hydraulic, seat belts and visibility.
Was there a recall on the 1991 Dodge Monaco visibility?
Yes, 1 recall: 94V006000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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