CarRecallWatchThe 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 158 complaints with NHTSA, including 10 crashes, 18 fires, 8 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (49 reports).
2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo recalls
Oil Leak Onto Hot Exhaust Can Cause Engine Fire
Engine oil can drip onto the hot exhaust manifold on these vehicles.
Most common 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo problems
Problem areas named in the 158 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 49 |
| Engine | 32 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 25 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 22 |
| Power Train | 13 |
| Air Bags | 11 |
| Exterior Lighting | 7 |
| Visibility | 6 |
| Unknown Or Other | 5 |
| Suspension | 5 |
What owners report
I keep rewriting this because for some reason it keeps timing out everytime I look for the video to attach. I brought the car to taska twice for underhood fire and ignition. No head gasket got fixed no spark plugs there is several issues water keeps getting in tires are rotted electrical problems and now head gasket is messed up because the hood wasn't put on till afterwards for the recall the ignition is still not fixed. Last time I drove it back it stalled out and smelled over heated
The service manager told me the Engine cover will be removed and NOT replaced. This downgrades the vehicle as the engine cover is part of the appearance element and gives a certain amount of protection to some components and wiring harnesses. It will soon be a Classic and the engine cover is part of the original equiptment that needs to be on it. There is NO logical reason the valve cover gasket cannot be replaced AND keep the engine cover in place. Thank you for your help.
Vehicle stalls when starting. While driving vehicle may shut off when moving on highway if you are not pushing on gas pedal. May be due to faulty EGR or emissions component
I had an engine fire. Complete loss of car.
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 ??
2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo questions
Does the 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo: Oil Leak Onto Hot Exhaust Can Cause Engine Fire; Electrical System:Ignition; Engine And Engine Cooling; Equipment:Other:Owners/Service/Other Manual; Air Bags:Frontal:Driver Side:Inflator Module. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo?
Based on 158 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (49), Engine (32), Engine And Engine Cooling (25).
How do I check if a recall on my 2003 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.