2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 3%of 158 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 65,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the fuel system of the 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, 3% of the 158 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 65,000 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.
“I have a 2003 chevy Monte Carlo ss. On july 31, 2009 the vehicle stalled while on an entry ramp onto the garden state parkway. I lost power steering and braking but was able to pull over to the shoulder and restart the vehicle. Over the course of the next several weeks the vehicle would stall intermittently either at stop lights, approaching stop lights/signs, while turning in the middle of intersections or while highway driving. I initially took it upon myself to pop the hood and see if there were any obvious issues. …”
NHTSA complaint #10284750, filed 2009-09, 65,000 miles“The contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo .the contact stated that while jump starting the battery, it caused a combustible fire which damaged the engine compartment. The vehicle was towed to a local repair facility where they diagnosed that the fuel pressure regulator was faulty. An authorized dealer was informed of the failure and they stated that there were no recalls and would not assist. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 147,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10362629, filed 2010-10, 147,000 miles“The contact owns a 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. After starting the vehicle, the low oil pressure light illuminated. The contact noticed oil present on the carport floor. Two dealers diagnosed the failure and stated that there was a blown oil filter, which could not have been caused by a pothole. After performing an internal diagnostic and engine oil tests, the dealer stated that the valves were sticking in the fuel pump and the engine needed to be replaced. The repairs would cost over $4,000. …”
NHTSA complaint #10223898, filed 2008-04, 40,027 miles“Vehicle stalls when starting. While driving vehicle may shut off when moving on highway if you are not pushing on gas pedal. May be due to faulty EGR or emissions component”
NHTSA complaint #11438831, filed 2021-11Related service bulletins
- 11004761Jun 28, 2024This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or…
- 10208027Jan 14, 2022This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
- 10199281May 25, 2021This service bulletin provides diagnostic tips/steps on testing for possible EVAP leaks in the system to correct a customer concern of an MIL Illuminated with DTCs P0442 and/or…
- 10190437Mar 30, 2021This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block of possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible…
- 10176310May 8, 2020This Preliminary information communicates the use of Winter grade fuel during the warm months of 2020 and the potential rivability issues that it can cause. The ongoing…
- 10171878Jan 2, 2020This informational bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended…
- 10157018Sep 20, 2017This Preliminary Information communicates to the dealer the process for downloading or updating operating software for the Tire Pressure Monitor, Active Fuel Injector tester…
- 10137635May 10, 2017This informational bulletin advises of a new fuel injection kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves, and explains how toptier fuels should be used to reduce carbon build up.
- 10114831Nov 15, 2016This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block that have a possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the…
- 10114954Dec 9, 2015This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp. Technician may find…
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 1 | 2% |
| 2006 | 2 | 2% |
| 2005 | 9 | 8% |
| 2004 | 3 | 1% |
| 2003 | 5 | 3% |
| 2002 | 18 | 8% |
| 2001 | 20 | 7% |
| 2000 | 28 | 12% |
| 1999 | 4 | 3% |
| 1998 | 9 | 9% |
| 1997 | 13 | 8% |
| 1996 | 17 | 11% |
| 1995 | 2 | 1% |
| 1987 | 1 | 20% |
Other parts of the 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
49 complaintsEngine
32 complaintsEngine cooling
25 complaintsBrakes
24 complaintsAir bags
11 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
11 complaintsOther or unknown
8 complaintsExterior lighting
7 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
5 complaintsSuspension
4 complaintsVehicle speed control
4 complaintsSteering
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2003 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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