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2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo problems
Owners have filed 155 complaints about the 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo with NHTSA. Electrical system accounts for 57.4% of them — far more than any other system, ahead of exterior lighting at 11%.
Complaints155
Crashes2
Fires5
Injuries0
Deaths0
What owners report breaking
Electrical system 57.4% · 89
Exterior lighting 11.0% · 17
Vehicle speed control 3.2% · 5
Fuel system, gasoline 3.2% · 5
Fuel/propulsion system 2.6% · 4
Service brakes, hydraulic 2.6% · 4
Engine 2.6% · 4
Power train 1.9% · 3
Severity
Of those complaints, 2 describe a crash and 5 describe a fire.
Reading the numbers
Across the 12 model years of the Chevrolet Monte Carlo in this data, 2005 draws comparatively few complaints; 2001 is the outlier year.
Filings have fallen off, 6 in the last three years against 25 in the three before. That is normal as a generation leaves the road.
The median odometer reading at the time of complaint was 69,000 miles.
In owners' own words
The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. The speedometer on the instrument control panel displays inaccurate readings. A technician from the dealer stated that the repair would be made at the owners expense. No repairs were made. The manufacturer was notified, but no assistance was provided. The current mileage was 57,664. The failure mileage was 57,654. Updated 01/1410 *bf updated 01/20/10. Electrical system · reported at 57,654 miles
I own a 2005 chevy Monte Carlo. Last year I noticed my speedometer and rpm and temp gauge stopped working. I've been searching for places to get it replaced and it just costs too much and will take 3-5 days for repair and I need my car for work. I have been using my gps to see how fast im going. I also looked online and have seen many complaints for the same problem. My oil gauge and gas gauge works fine. Electrical system · reported at 124,000 miles
The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. The contact stated that the speedometer does not register mileage beyond 65 mph. Whenever the engine was shut off the speedometer resets and operates normally. The dealer stated via phone that for $600 they would replace the instrument cluster. There were no related recalls or warranties available. The vin was unknown. The failure mileage was 85,000. Electrical system · reported at 85,000 miles
Verbatim from NHTSA filings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
Safety recalls
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