2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 3%of 230 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 84,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the visibility of the 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, 3% of the 230 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 84,000 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.
“I have a 2002 chevy Monte Carlo ss and I am having electrical issues the windshield wipers don't always function properly neither do the turning signals my seats will move on there own ,there is a ticking noise coming from the doors once keys are taken out of the ignition also I have a problem when pumping gas into the car the pump keeps shutting off unless I hold it at a certain angle.”
NHTSA complaint #10574100, filed 2014-03, 119,450 miles“Window regulator has gone out three times on two windows. 2008, 2010, 2014. The whole system is a bad design and cable jumps track at the least of bit jarring. This is a scary thing to happen as when the window falls it is a loud popping sound. Twice window fell down at car wash. Once traveling 55 miles an hour. Thought someone shot at the car. If window falls while no one is around theft could occur or if raining it will soak your car. Someone needs to investigate how these window regulators are made because they are not safe. …”
NHTSA complaint #10564828, filed 2014-02, 80,000 miles“Dt: since buying the vehicle the consumer had a problem with the rotors. They have been replaced twice. While braking the rotors caused the steering wheel to shake violently. Took vehicle to the dealer for a third time yesterday. The dealer said this was an issue with the lamination on the rotors. The consumer did not have rotors replaced because he was afraid he would be charged for the repair as well the dealer placing the same type of rotors that have been rusting in the past. The mechanic noted air bubbles in the casting in the rotors which the caused the rusting. …”
NHTSA complaint #10126056, filed 2005-07, 11,000 miles“The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. While driving approximately 55 MPH in rainy weather conditions, the windshield wipers worked normally. When the wipers were deactivated, the blades remained in an upward position. The failure was annoying and hindered visibility. The vehicle has not been repaired. The contact was concerned of the safety risk involved. The current mileage is 90,000 and the failure mileage was 88,000. Updated 10-30-08 the consumer stated the windshield are in an upward position when they are not in use. Updated 10/31/08.”
NHTSA complaint #10243350, filed 2008-09, 88,000 miles“Rear view mirror does not dim automatically when exposed to light. Consumer is temporarily blinded by other drivers. Could cause a bad accident. Since calling in this report, the dealer has replaced the mirror. The replacement mirror operates better than the original. It still however has the effect of blinding the driver.”
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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 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
55 complaintsEngine
38 complaintsBrakes
37 complaintsExterior lighting
33 complaintsEngine cooling
30 complaintsAir bags
20 complaintsFuel system
18 complaintsSteering
18 complaintsBody and structure
8 complaintsOther or unknown
7 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
7 complaintsEquipment
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2002 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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