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2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Brakes Problems

Complaints
7about this part
Share
6%of 120 total for the year
Median mileage
37,000miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the brakes of the 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, 6% of the 120 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 37,000 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.

“Coming to a stop, brake pedal went almost to the floor and vehicle was difficult to stop. Had car towed to a repair shop and upon inspection all brake lines and 1 fuel line were recommend to be replaced due to severe corrosion (rust).”

NHTSA complaint #10609925, filed 2014-07, 38,000 miles

“The traction off and ABS warning lights came on, as well as a service message stating to service the traction control system. After dealer inspection the noted that one of the hub bearings caused some kind of damage to the wiring/sensors.”

NHTSA complaint #10228679, filed 2008-05, 30,298 miles

“I have had numerous lights, noise, continuously for the last 7 years have replaced numerous parts, only to last awhile then the lights, noise return. Seems there is no cure for this malfunctioning problem, have heard GM is aware of these problems but have never received a letter regarding them, the anti-lock traction control braking system on these cars are headaches and troublesome, and expensive with no cure in sight, have spent tons of money on these problems, still keep having them.”

NHTSA complaint #11564424, filed 2024-01

“The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. While the contact was driving approximately between 35-60 MPH the brake pedal was engaged and she could hear a grinding noise. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where both front rotors were resurfaced. In addition to the repair, both rear rotors were replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 37,000. Updated 06/13/11 updated 1/24/2012”

NHTSA complaint #10399522, filed 2011-05, 37,000 miles

“The contact owns a 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. The contact stated while driving approximately 10 MPH in reverse the brakes were engaged but the vehicle would not stop. The vehicle continued to reverse until the brakes were applied repeatedly the vehicle came to a stop. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where both front rotors were replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000. Updated 06/13/11”

NHTSA complaint #10399527, filed 2011-05, 60,000 miles

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Brakes: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
200633%
200576%
2004146%
20032415%
20023716%
20013212%
2000167%
19994939%
19982424%
19973622%
19964730%
19954527%

Other parts of the 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

Electrical system
87 complaints
Exterior lighting
17 complaints
Fuel system
9 complaints
Vehicle speed control
5 complaints
Engine
4 complaints
Air bags
3 complaints
Electronic stability control
3 complaints
Engine cooling
3 complaints
Suspension
3 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
3 complaints
Other or unknown
2 complaints
Steering
2 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

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