1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Recalls
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Power assist › VacuumCovers: Chevrolet Monte Carlo 1996, Lumina 1996
Reported issue: These vehicles were assembled with one of the four brake booster tabs not properly located in the front of dash reinforcement assembly.
Possible consequence: If this condition were present in a situation where stopping distances were small, a vehicle crash could occur.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect for proper booster installation. Boosters found to be improperly located will be removed and reinstalled properly.
NHTSA investigations
- EA98019Degraded braking performanceClosed · Aug 31, 1998
- PE98023Degraded braking performanceClosed · Apr 23, 1998
← All problems reported for the 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.