1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 16about this part
- Share
- 9%of 169 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 120,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 16 complaints about the suspension of the 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, 9% of the 169 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 120,000 miles. 2 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“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.”
NHTSA complaint #10107117, filed 2005-02, 137,000 miles“Internal loss of coolant started shortly after purchase. When I determined that it was an abnormal amount, the warranty was done. Car is presently down until I can afford the head gaskets replacement and possibly replacement of a cracked head. Upon state inspection, leaking rear wheel cylinders were discovered on both wheels. Also, both rear struts were determined to be faulty. Whenever it is very cold, the accelerator linkage sticks and I must shift to neutral to stop without sliding. …”
NHTSA complaint #717092, filed 2000-01“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 NHTSA 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. …”
NHTSA complaint #10258369, filed 2009-02, 120,000 miles“Driver's side ball joint stud fractured, causing wheel/ driveshaft and the cv boot to separate from vehicle. A recall has been issued on the vehicle's make; however, this vehicle was not included due to VIN. Vehicle has been repaired at the owner's expense. Manufacturer has been notified.”
NHTSA complaint #859374, filed 2000-03“Suspension systems experiencing continued noise, vibration and wandering, several repairs necessary to complete (rear springs coil, alignment and adjustment to tires), due to suspension system failure. Yh”
NHTSA complaint #551431, filed 2000-03Related recalls
- 94V230000Nov 21, 1994A right-hand lower control arm tapered ball joint mounting hole was incorrectly machined. Movement within this attachment can allow the ball joint stud to…Covers: Chevrolet Monte Carlo 1995, Lumina 1995
Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 2 | 5% |
| 2006 | 2 | 2% |
| 2005 | 3 | 3% |
| 2004 | 5 | 2% |
| 2003 | 4 | 3% |
| 2002 | 3 | 1% |
| 2001 | 6 | 2% |
| 2000 | 18 | 8% |
| 1999 | 2 | 2% |
| 1998 | 4 | 4% |
| 1997 | 8 | 5% |
| 1996 | 3 | 2% |
| 1995 | 16 | 9% |
| 1987 | 1 | 20% |
Other parts of the 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
45 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
25 complaintsEngine cooling
19 complaintsExterior lighting
14 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
13 complaintsElectrical system
11 complaintsAir bags
10 complaintsSeats
10 complaintsVehicle speed control
10 complaintsSteering
9 complaintsBody and structure
6 complaintsEquipment
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology