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Expensive Chevrolet Monte Carlo repairs by problem area

Engine (38%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (23%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (15%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (15%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (8%)

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Chevrolet Monte Carlo repair cost distribution

$2500+ (18%)

$1000 - $2499 (82%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (0%)

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Chart based on 11 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 2dr Coupe

303-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic FWD

99000 mi

US $1400
transmission failed and transmission was rebuilt 
104000 mi

US $400
Broken Wire In Brake release Would Not Allow Car To Go Into Gear When I Put Foot On brake. Also Ignition Lock Switch Failed Which Would Not Allow The Key To Turn To Lock Position To Shut Off Accessories Which Would Cause Battery To Drain. 

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2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 2dr Coupe

211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

170500 mi

US $1500
There was a large oil leak from the engine 
58000 mi

US $101
Muffler rusted out, replaced. 
69000 mi

US $998
Intermediate steering shaft replaced. Clunking noise while turning. This is a common thing on GMs and I had put off the repair for 8 months since it was not critical, just annoying.  While working on this shop determined also that right front wheel bearing was loose and needed replacement. 
85200 mi

US $310
Car would not shift out of park, needed tow. Wire damaged to shift console, replaced wire and repaired damage to plug. 
92000 mi

US $600
Engine mounts deteriorated from leaking oil. New mounts installed and oil leak fixed. 
100400 mi

US $300
Water pump replaced due to squeaking noise. 
136600 mi

US $400
Transmission cooler line leaking, replaced. 
148000 mi

US $360
CEL, Tighten Gas Cap. Replace remaining fuel vapor emissions system around fuel pump (had to drop gas tank). CEL Tighten Gas Cap. After replacing everything else they went back and found the vent solenoid was bad again. Replaced it and CEL has not come back on. Muffler failing, loud exhaust noise. Muffler replaced. 
158000 mi

US $1100
Previous leak pinpointed, intake manifold gasket. 
74000 mi

US $2600
1 hub, two rims, front axel, control arm and many more steering components. 
81000 mi

US $2300
Passlock system failed for 3rd time. Kept me from starting my own vehicle. Passlock, Transmission flush, 2 hubs, steering column, water pump, radiator hose, rotors and pads, window regulator, tumbler in door, keyless entry replaced, FM antenna replaced, alternator, spark plugs. 

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2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 2-door

6-cylinder automatic 2WD

121400 mi

US $1600
It was the ecm due to a short from the camshaft position sensor wiring harness and the throttle body position sensor failed 

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2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 2dr Coupe

200-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

57040 mi

C $591
Max-flow air sensor Compressor leaks 
58900 mi

C $800
New compressor 
63520 mi

C $150
Tie rod and alignment 
70680 mi

C $650
Climate control fan 
70880 mi

C $900
Exhaust system 
80600 mi

C $585
Muffler 
104780 mi

C $3000
Seal Leaks 
95000 mi

US $1400
Catalytic converter had to be replaced Replaced steering column 
131000 mi

US $1225
Solenoid failed and the trans to shift out of third gear. 
146000 mi

US $185
Rear Sway bars replaced Catalytic convertor down pipe Replaced water pump and plastic water elbows with aluminum ones. 

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2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

Engine not specified

105000 mi

US $1000
Fuel tank sensor broken 

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2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 2dr Coupe

200-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

125000 mi

US $250
Replaced the mass air flow sensor. 
132000 mi

US $300
Replaced both axles. 
141500 mi

US $500
Front Right Hub assembly was replaced, the bearings were going bad. 
160000 mi

US $750
Rebuilt the transmission after it started to shift hard on interstate runs. Leaking coolant 

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Chevrolet Monte Carlo Expensive Problems

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