2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo engine problems
Owners reported engine problems in 54 complaints for the 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, 26% of the complaints on file. It is the most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 54 27% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 118,000 miles 34 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 0 and 16
- Injuries and deaths
- 1 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When engine problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 0 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 1 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 4 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 4 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 4 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 4 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 7 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 7 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 2 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 0 |
| 200k+ miles | 1 |
What the data shows
Of the 34 engine complaints that report mileage, the median is about 118,000 miles, and 15% were reported before 60,000 miles.
These complaints mention 16 fires, 1 injury.
What owners wrote
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet monte carlo. The contact's vehicle caught fire where the exhaust manifold and dip stick are located. She sustained injuries. GM recall number 90047 and NHTSA campaign id number 09v116000 were referenced. The contact called the manufacturer and sent them copies of all the requested information, but they have not responded. The fire occurred two months ago. The contact called the manufacturer and was informed that they could not assist because GM filed for bankruptcy.
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 chevrolet monte carlo. The contact stated that the vehicle unexpectedly engulfed in flames. The contact was able to exit the vehicle safely and sustained no personal injuries.the fire department extinguished the flames and the vehicle was completely destroyed. The vehicle was towed to a savage facility. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 50,129. The VIN was unavailable.
Other problems reported for the 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
- Electrical system 49 complaints
- Brakes 24 complaints