1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 10about this part
- Share
- 6%of 155 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 80,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 10 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, 6% of the 155 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 80,000 miles.
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 contact owns a 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. While driving 25 MPH, the transmission gears slipped out of place. A local mechanic attempted to replace the transmission and did not have all of the necessary components to do so. The manufacturer could not identify or locate the correct transmission for his model. No repairs were made. The failure mileage was 80,000. The current mileage was 100,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10286808, filed 2009-10, 80,000 miles“Transmission slips. When trying to enter the freeway, there is no pull, I've nearly been hit twice because of this. Told the dealership and they said they couldn't duplicate problem so they wouldn't fix it. Everyone I know who owns this same year and model has experienced the same problem. One person complained enough that the dealership said yes there was a recall on a part in the trans.mission,and they replaced it. I can't get g.m. To verify this. Also, the trunk lid has no hydraulics to keep the lid up and if the wind is blowing just right, it slams shut. …”
NHTSA complaint #767037, filed 2002-09“Was traveling 70mph when vehicle locked up suddenly. Was making noises before it happened. Spun around 3 different times before edging to side of road. Took to dealer. Was test driven. Was informed planetary gear failure caused transmission to lock up. Found pieces of metal in pan. Consumer is very uncomfortable to drive this car, the noise is still present. .et.”
NHTSA complaint #832622, filed 1998-12“Complained about transmission at least 10 times, finally failed completelt and was repaired. Engine light on at least 15 times, replaced injectors, plugs, wires, o-rings, engine gasket, car still not fixed.”
NHTSA complaint #705441, filed 1999-04“2nd transmission had total failure at 31000 miles and was replaced again. 3rd transmission started slipping in first and second gear at 67000. Will cost $$$$$$$$$$ to fix.”
NHTSA complaint #739051, filed 2001-01Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 12 | 29% |
| 2006 | 27 | 24% |
| 2005 | 3 | 3% |
| 2004 | 3 | 1% |
| 2003 | 11 | 7% |
| 2002 | 7 | 3% |
| 2001 | 17 | 6% |
| 2000 | 14 | 6% |
| 1999 | 7 | 6% |
| 1998 | 3 | 3% |
| 1997 | 8 | 5% |
| 1996 | 10 | 6% |
| 1995 | 25 | 15% |
| 1987 | 3 | 60% |
| 1986 | 2 | 33% |
Other parts of the 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
47 complaintsElectrical system
41 complaintsEngine cooling
39 complaintsFuel system
17 complaintsOther or unknown
9 complaintsEquipment
8 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.
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