2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 2%of 276 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 35,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the visibility of the 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, 2% of the 276 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 35,000 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.
“Rear defogger would interfere with radio, it would cause complete static, then the defogger quit working all together. I've had it at a dealer 3 times, each time they say they have fixed it. The last time I waited 7 days before I turned it on, and low and behold no rear defogger! This is impossible!!”
NHTSA complaint #10060677, filed 2004-03, 35,000 miles“I purchased this car in 09/01 it has been a problem ever since. Front end needed to be rebuilt at 1200 miles and then again at 2000 miles. Air conditioner has been a constant problem (I was told I needed to park some place else) the manifold gaskets had to be replaced at 48000 miles and now the wiper switch has gone bad. The front end feels real bad, but they claim there is nothing wrong. Just waiting for the front end to fall out from underneath the car on a hot, rainy, july morning. I'm going back to ford. Oh yeah forgot, paint went bad 1 year after I bought it. …”
NHTSA complaint #10060593, filed 2004-03, 1,200 miles“The contact owns a 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. While driving at an unknown speed, the contact activated the turn signal, but it did not illuminate. The dealer and manufacturer stated that there were no recalls and nothing could be done; therefore, the contact had to pay for the repairs. The windshield wipers also malfunctioned intermittently and continuously activated. The failure mileage was 76,800 and current mileage is 77,130. Updated 06/17/08.”
NHTSA complaint #10229504, filed 2008-06, 76,800 miles“Consumer called complaining about electrical system problems. Stated that consumer was in the vehicle and that the door will not unlock/ windows will not come down. Manufacturer was contacted, and stated that they have no other complains on this vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #10026339, filed 2003-07“Replaced power steering pump, r/r transmission, replaced alternator and low tire pressure. Vehicle was damage while in service shop. The vehicle had malfunctioning signal lights. The consumer stated that the engine was repaired for a coolant leak. The engine light came on. The steering wheel was set to the left. Clock not set. Windshield washer light came on. The consumer stated that the left finder was damaged as well as the console. The right bumper was damaged. The driver door shakes. A whinning noise is heard from the vehicle at highway speeds and while turning. …”
NHTSA complaint #10103705, filed 2004-12Related service bulletins
- 10247780Sep 26, 2023This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General…
- 10230697Dec 15, 2022This Preliminary information communicates to the technician the need to inspect the induction system for potential icing issues in very cold ambient temperatures. To allow the…
- 10216361Jun 13, 2022This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General…
- 10178385Jul 27, 2020This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air. Before calling General…
- 10126237Dec 11, 2014This informational bulletin provide information for the technicians to repair the rear window defroster contact or tabs.
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 1 | 2% |
| 2006 | 5 | 4% |
| 2005 | 2 | 2% |
| 2004 | 4 | 2% |
| 2003 | 5 | 3% |
| 2002 | 7 | 3% |
| 2001 | 6 | 2% |
| 2000 | 9 | 4% |
| 1999 | 6 | 5% |
| 1998 | 5 | 5% |
| 1997 | 8 | 5% |
| 1996 | 3 | 2% |
| 1995 | 13 | 8% |
Other parts of the 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
77 complaintsEngine
48 complaintsEngine cooling
48 complaintsSteering
38 complaintsExterior lighting
36 complaintsBrakes
32 complaintsAir bags
26 complaintsFuel system
20 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
17 complaintsOther or unknown
8 complaintsEquipment
6 complaintsBody and structure
6 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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