2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 5%of 113 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 72,140miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the engine of the 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, 5% of the 113 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 72,140 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.
“Bought car at 29k in june 2007. Around 36k the transmission sensor between the gas line and the transmission decided to override my breaking. Nearly killed me because the car would not stop. (had to put in neutral to maintain control). Had to fight with chevy to get warranty fix for several weeks. Around 41k the car decided that the temp outside was -38 or -40 degrees and would insist on running heat during summer. Was told computer was bad and would have to spend $$$$ to fix (and asked why I would buy a car with a bad computer!). …”
NHTSA complaint #10628971, filed 2014-08, 36,000 miles“Transmisson will shift hard sometimes from complete stop or while traveling , mainly from complete stop or stopping at stop light and not a complete stop . Its like it is slipping. Now air bag light is coming sometimes when car is 1st crank. Dash is also coming apart. Car has 118,000 miles on it. Trasmission is worring me the most.”
NHTSA complaint #10806610, filed 2015-11, 117,000 miles“The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. While driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle stalled without warning. When attempting to start the vehicle and depressing the brake pedal, the engine failed to operate without warning and the check engine warning light illuminated. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 105,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10683884, filed 2015-02, 105,000 miles“The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. The contact stated that while at the dealer for routine maintenance the technician stated the head gaskets were leaking oil and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 54,281.”
NHTSA complaint #10483644, filed 2012-11, 54,281 miles“The contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. The contact stated that the check engine light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the intake manifold evaporator vent was replaced. The failure was not corrected and the engine light remained illuminated. The dealer performed a diagnostic test which located the failure in the fuel pressure sensor. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 51,029. ..updated 09-21-12 updated 09/25/12”
NHTSA complaint #10465178, filed 2012-07, 51,029 milesRelated service bulletins
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- 10173398Feb 28, 2020This diagnostic tip provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter or camshaft issue.
- 10167437Oct 14, 2019This 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…
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 2 | 5% |
| 2006 | 6 | 5% |
| 2005 | 4 | 3% |
| 2004 | 23 | 10% |
| 2003 | 32 | 20% |
| 2002 | 38 | 17% |
| 2001 | 48 | 17% |
| 2000 | 28 | 12% |
| 1999 | 9 | 7% |
| 1998 | 6 | 6% |
| 1996 | 1 | 1% |
Other parts of the 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
29 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
27 complaintsSteering
21 complaintsAir bags
10 complaintsTires
9 complaintsEngine cooling
6 complaintsOther or unknown
6 complaintsSeat belts
5 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
5 complaintsBrakes
3 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsVehicle speed control
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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