2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 14about this part
- Share
- 6%of 233 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 66,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 14 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, 6% of the 233 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 66,000 miles. 1 a fire, 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.
“Well gmc I don't even know where to start. 1st my transmission is stalling and seems like it is having a hard time shifting from 2nd to3rd gear there for stalling consistently as soon as the cars RPM goes to 2 and before 3 I have taken it various times to get it fixed and has been very costly and still the problem exists. 2. The security light come on and locks the car from starting almost 3 to 4 times daily took it to get fixed they ended up replacing ignition switch ignition holder everything on the inside of ignition over 1000.00. …”
NHTSA complaint #10596792, filed 2014-06, 80,000 miles“I have a 2000 Monte Carlo that I have had for only about a year. I got the transmission replaced with a remanufactured one about a month ago. When I got my car back from coleman taylor the engine was messed up. The engine now makes noise when I crank it and it smokes, so I am afraid to drive the car. The manager at coleman taylor insists that he did not damage the engine and does not know why it suddenly has these problems. I got the car towed to sunrise pontiac gmc for a diagnostic test. I was told that it was recommended that I get the motor replaced. …”
NHTSA complaint #10356000, filed 2010-09, 138,000 miles“While driving down the road, noticed smoke coming from under hood of my car. Pulled into parking lot, opened hood and seen flames coming out of the engine compartment near the front of the motor. Fire was put out by a service station attendant located across the street. Fire dept and police arrived at scene. Trans line leaked fluid onto header pipe which caused the fire.”
NHTSA complaint #10082209, filed 2004-07, 67,000 miles“While driving at any speed up hill and with no warning the transmission decelerated even when the consumer's foot was on the accelerator and it was difficult for the consumer to control the vehicle. Dealer notified. The transmission leaked fluid and barely moved. The dealer replaced the transmission drive assembly and the extension housing. The transmission slipped and slammed into gear. The dealer replaced the transmission again.”
NHTSA complaint #10021539, filed 2003-07, 43,074 miles“When the accelerator pedal was pressed from a complete stop the vehicle moved forward slightly then stalled. Vehicle was towed to the dealer who indicated that the automatic transmission had gone bad. The consumer was told that this is a common problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10042263, filed 2003-10, 60,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11006421Jul 24, 2024GM is receiving damaged (cracked or broken) transmission cores returned to the reman facilities. The damage is being caused either in the removal process by the technician, or…
- 10249579Jan 12, 2024This PI bulletin advises the technician on the proper way to install the pistons in an engine.
- 10242843Sep 1, 2023The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the…
- 10224273Sep 1, 2022This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician to not remove the torque converter bolts and start the engine as this may cause damage to the…
- 10220319Sep 1, 2022This diagnostic tip advises the tech not to separate the flexplate from the torque convertor or damage my occur if the engine is started while diagnosing for noise from the…
- 10115081Nov 2, 2015This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about cooler line fittings that come with the 4T65E General Motors remanufactured transmission…
- 10135203Apr 15, 2014This preliminary bulletin provides a way to aid the technician in diagnosing transmission fluid leaking from the trans breather vent.
Transmission 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 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
45 complaintsEngine cooling
42 complaintsEngine
28 complaintsFuel system
28 complaintsSteering
25 complaintsSuspension
18 complaintsExterior lighting
17 complaintsBrakes
16 complaintsBody and structure
14 complaintsAir bags
13 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
9 complaintsSeats
7 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2000 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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