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1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Equipment Problems

Complaints
3about this part
Share
2%of 164 total for the year
Median mileage
120,000miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the equipment of the 1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, 2% of the 164 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 120,000 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.

“Recall 03v527000 concerning steering gear bearings. Consumer had a concern while making a left turn the vehicle lost steering control. Also, air conditioner/ hazard lights, and driver's side power window failed to operate. Dealer was not notified.”

NHTSA complaint #10091815, filed 2004-09, 120,000 miles

“When the air conditioner is engaged strong odorous fumes come from the vents, and make the occupants very sick. Symptoms include headaches/nausea and blurred vision.”

NHTSA complaint #814388, filed 1997-07

Related service bulletins

Equipment: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
200611%
200511%
200452%
200321%
200252%
200162%
200042%
199932%
199811%
199732%
199685%
199542%

Other parts of the 1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

Brakes
36 complaints
Engine cooling
30 complaints
Steering
30 complaints
Electrical system
17 complaints
Air bags
15 complaints
Fuel system
13 complaints
Seat belts
9 complaints
Exterior lighting
8 complaints
Suspension
8 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
8 complaints
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
8 complaints
Vehicle speed control
7 complaints

← All problems reported for the 1997 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