2008 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Feb 2, 2009 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Monte Carlo years
Not enough data 14th of 15 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. That ranks 14th out of 15 Monte Carlo model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (1 complaints, 50%), typically at around 31,043 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Chevrolet Monte Carlo
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Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2008 Chevrolet Monte Carlo problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Engine and Engine Cooling1 · ~31,043 mi
Steering1
Vehicle Speed Control1 · ~31,043 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine and Engine Cooling150%31,043——
Steering150%———
Vehicle Speed Control150%31,043——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2008, with 1 complaints
2008: 1200812009: 120091

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2008 Chevrolet Monte Carlo recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2008 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.

To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

When driving in wet weather, i lose my power steering, which causes me to lose control of my vehicle, this can be minimum puddles on the road. I have a 2008 chevy monte carlo. I have mentioned this to the chevy dealer where i purchased the car new and i am getting no satisfaction. This could…

Steering · received Feb 2, 2009 · NHTSA complaint 10257231

Tl*the contact rented a 2008 chevrolet mailbu. The hand controls and accelerator pedal in the vehicle did not work. In addition, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that the hand controls were improperly installed, which prevented the vehicle from being driven. The contact's wife had to drive…

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Jun 2, 2008 · NHTSA complaint 10229625

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Chevrolet Monte Carlo?

Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, steering, vehicle speed control problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2008 Chevrolet Monte Carlo?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2008 Chevrolet Monte Carlo a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Monte Carlo model years, the 2008 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.