CarRecallWatchThe 1986 Chevrolet Monte Carlo has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 2 fires.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (2 reports).
1986 Chevrolet Monte Carlo recalls
Most common 1986 Chevrolet Monte Carlo problems
Problem areas named in the 6 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 2 |
| Wheels | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
What owners report
NAR 02/10/2003. THE CONSUMERS SON WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT WHERE ALL 4 OCCUPANTS DIED. ACCORDING TO A PREVIOUS COMPLAINT, THE VEHICLE FLIPPED OVER AND CAUGHT ON FIRE. NO MENTION OF POSSIBLE DEFECT. *JB
AFTER BEING IN AN ACCIDENT VEHICLE STARTED TO FLIP. AFTERWARDS VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. DEALERSHIP COULD NOT FIND OUT WHY VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. CONTACTED DEALER, AND THE DEALER WAS NOT WILLING TO DO ANYTHING.*AK
TRANSMISSION FAILS TO COME OUT OF LOCK UP CAUSING CAR TO STALL AND SHIFT ERRATICALLY WHEN RESTARTED. I FAILURE ANALIZED THE PSOLENOID WHICH WAS REMOVED AND FOUND THE MAL-FUNCTION TO BE CAUSED BY A BLISTERING OF THE PHENALIC CORE MATERIAL DUE TO OVERHEATING THUS CAUSING THE SOLENOID PISTON TO STICK OPEN AND NOT ALLOWING THE FEFLOW OF FLUID TO THE PROPER NON LOCK UP AREAS. I AM NOT ALONE .... THIS IS A FACTORY DESIGN DEFECT IN THE 400 TRANSMISSION. MY SOLUTION WAS TO DECREASE THE POWER ACROSS THE SOLENOID BY 20% BY ADDING A 4 OHM 1 WATT RESISTOR IN THE POWER FEED CIRCUITRY FROM THE NORMALLY CLOSED BRAKE SWITCH POWER FEED. ACTUALLY , GM HAS AN INCORRECT DESIGN HERE AND PERHAPS SHOULD HAVE
SEAT BELT SHOULDER HARNESS HANGS UP ON TOP HOLDER WHEN TRYING TO EXTRACT TO USE IT.
WHEEL FELL OFF OF VEHICLE AND COLLIDED WITH TWO OTHER VEHICLES.
1986 Chevrolet Monte Carlo questions
Does the 1986 Chevrolet Monte Carlo have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1986 Chevrolet Monte Carlo: Exterior Lighting:Headlights:Switch; Exterior Lighting:Headlights:Switch. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1986 Chevrolet Monte Carlo?
Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (2), Wheels (1), Seat Belts (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1986 Chevrolet Monte Carlo has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.