1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Equipment Problems
- Complaints
- 8about this part
- Share
- 5%of 155 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 92,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the equipment of the 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, 5% of the 155 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 92,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The fuse box under the hood is getting wet and keeps corroding. My headlights keep going out,horn,lighter .they should have put it in a better place.thank you!.”
NHTSA complaint #751020, filed 2001-08“The service engine soon light comes on if vehicle has sat for more than 2 days. Have been told by dealer not to worry because there does not appear to be a solution to the problem.”
NHTSA complaint #541538, filed 1998-09“Replaced electronic control module three times. Also spark plugs/coil/ air bag impact sensor/left electric window/radio failed to operate properly and were replaced.”
NHTSA complaint #517936, filed 1997-08Related service bulletins
- 10232287Feb 21, 2023This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- 10170494Dec 2, 2019This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Procedures to Unlock Delco Radio with Theftlock.
- 10168979Nov 22, 2019This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the…
- 10166638Sep 18, 2019This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- 10165876Sep 5, 2019This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the…
- 10154641Feb 15, 2019This warranty administration bulletin provides information regarding the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- 10141381May 31, 2018This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco Theft Lock. Technician will use the radio to get the…
- 10157018Sep 20, 2017This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
- 10138060Mar 15, 2017This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information with the field action courtesy transportation policy.
- 10114947Dec 4, 2015This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to unlock radios that are Delco TheftLock. Technician will use the radio to get the…
Equipment: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 1 | 1% |
| 2005 | 1 | 1% |
| 2004 | 5 | 2% |
| 2003 | 2 | 1% |
| 2002 | 5 | 2% |
| 2001 | 6 | 2% |
| 2000 | 4 | 2% |
| 1999 | 3 | 2% |
| 1998 | 1 | 1% |
| 1997 | 3 | 2% |
| 1996 | 8 | 5% |
| 1995 | 4 | 2% |
Other parts of the 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
47 complaintsElectrical system
41 complaintsEngine cooling
39 complaintsFuel system
17 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
10 complaintsOther or unknown
9 complaintsSteering
8 complaintsAir bags
7 complaintsVehicle speed control
6 complaintsSeat belts
4 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaintsSeats
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1996 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