Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUSPENSION | |||||
| 709 | 09/01/2005 | 10018133 | Tie rod specifications revised. gm tech link. *tt | 12/15/2005 | |
| 040308010 | 06/01/2004 | 10012182 | Changes to labor time guide relating to front suspension labor operations components. *eh | 02/16/2005 | |
| 000861003 | 10/01/2000 | 616365 | Some vehicles may exhibit a clunk / pop noise from front of vehicle. *tt | 02/23/2001 | |
| SUSPENSION - FRONT | |||||
| 010232001C | 08/01/2004 | 010232001D | 627673 | Information regarding clunk noise from front of vehicle during turning. *yh *tt | 02/13/2002 |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SUSPENSION | |||
| 02/13/2013 | 98000 | ||
| I just purchased this vehicle. the car is in great condition. however, for a vehicle with low miles, these problems should not be an issue. abs braking system problems; suspension problems; noise in the tires. abs light comes on and abs pump is making a humming sound; suspension, i have popping sounds when turning at slow speeds; loud humming sound coming from rear tires (i have read about the caliper issues with this model vehicle) i have yet to take and address the caliper problem but, my guess is that the brake calipers will need to be replaced. if these problems are happening to more and more of these cars, why has gm not recalled and fixed some of these problems. mainly, the brake problems. this a potential life threatening problem. i am afraid to drive this car; i am worried that the breaks will fail, and i will crash the car. this saddens me that gm, the monstrous car manufacturer, has not fixed this problem that they sure know of. i will not be buying another gm model, and i will let others know all the problems i have had with gm model cars; this is not my first gm but, will be my last. | |||
| 06/08/2009 | 1200 | 1 | |
| I have a 2000 chevy monte carlo with 56,000 miles on it. it has been nothing but trouble. have had alot of repairs on it. now it has a popping noise in the steering column, and loud front end noise. i was told the steering column problem had a recall on it,because one of my friends chevy impala had the same problem and theirs was fixed under recall. i contacted chevrolet, they said there was no recall on my monte carlo. seems if thre is a defective part on this model, gm should replace it with no charge .also, the frontend has had a very loud roar in it since we purchased it used with 12,000 miles on it. we replaced the tires,which did not help, and i was told the front hubs had defective bearings which did not have enough grease and could not be greased. my friend replaced the front hubs on their chevy impala with improved hubs and corrected the problem. i have had numerous electrical problems with this car,including the electric windows repaired four times,starter, altenator, turn signals and hazard flashers, paint, the car is supposed to be black, instead it's black and white polka dot. i believe this car should be declared a lemon under the lemon law. i have put way to much money into this car with just 56,000 miles on it. i would appreciate your help on my problems with this car, as i believe there should be a recall on the front hubs and the problem in the steering column. i can't afford to keep spending money on this car, i just keep throwing good money after bad.i think gm should repair these problems at no charge. thank you very much for your time. *tr | |||
| 04/14/2009 | 1 | ||
| When backing up and turning the wheel or going forward and turning the wheel, there is a clunking noise coming from the front end. i've had a garage check the front end and they can't find anything loose. as a precaution i've changed tierods, hub assemblies and bushing, still can't find the problem. *tr | |||
| 11/05/2003 | 65000 | 1 | |
| The axle broke while driving at 70 mph. driver was not able to control the vehicle . vehicle was towed to the dealer for analysis, and mechanic replaced a main bolt attachment to the suspension because it sheared off.*ak | |||
| 12/01/2002 | 40000 | 0 | 04/01/2000 |
| I too, like all the others have experienced major front end problems with this car. it's always vibrated and i've always heard noises. the dealer did try to rectify this situation by replacing my rack and pinion and replacing my tie rod ends, because both of my front tires were about to fall off. i've extremely scared to put my children in this car, but have no choice. now, as of today my emergency brake light and trac off light stay on constantly. so there is just one more problem to add to the list of things that have gone wrong with only 48,000 miles. i've been experiencing problems since i purchased the car. ts | |||
| 12/11/2002 | 1 | ||
| While traveling on the highway and without prior warning the vehicle will sway from side to side. please furnish additional information dealer is aware of the problem.*jb | |||
| 04/14/2000 | 1 | 04/01/2000 | |
| I have had a vibration in the front of the vehicle from the day i purchased it. i have had it back to the dealer and they can't find the problem. i have had tire's replaced, the rotor's replaced, had tires balanced numerous times and am still having problem's. i have contacted gm about the problem and they keep ignoring my request to have the vehicle repaired or replaced. dt | |||
| 05/01/2002 | 10/01/2000 | ||
| Steering wheel make a clinking sound when you turn the wheel you can also feel it when you put the brakes on.*ak | |||
| 04/01/2001 | 2 | 07/31/2000 | |
| While driving at highway speed, vehicle vibrates and shakes, dealer cannot locate problem, macpherson strut failed, consumer had to replace. *tt | |||
| 07/01/2000 | 4 | 02/01/2000 | |
| We have had this problem since the car was approx. 6 months old. the engine cradle has been changed and the problem has returned. it has been to the service dept. 4 times and they just keep us on a waiting list. the problem is in the steering. when you turn the steering wheel to the left or right , you get a banging or loud creaking noise. we have been told it is safe to drive, but it seems to be getting worse and we are fearful something is going to let go while we are driving. we are very satisfied with the car other then this problem...i hope you can give us some kind of advise or answer to our problem, because the dealer sure has not.*ak | |||
| 04/01/2001 | 2 | 07/31/2000 | |
| While driving at highway speed, vehicle vibrates and shakes, dealer cannot locate problem, macpherson strut failed, consumer had to replace. *tt | |||
| 09/01/2001 | |||
| At any speed of traveling on highway there is a knocking a slight vibration coming from steering column. dealership mechanic stated that there is a structural problem. *ak | |||
| Steering wheel would make popping noise when turning. had take vehicle to dealership, mechanic replaced rack and pinion only. popping noise reappeared after driving for awhile. went back to dealer, and pinion was replaced again. next day, popping noise came back . consumer went back to dealer, and engine cradle was replaced. then, popping noise has reappeared. taking vehicle back again to dealer. *ak | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT | |||
| 09/05/2003 | 43500 | 0 | 09/04/2003 |
| There is a rattling noise in the front drivers side coming from the wheel and felt in the steering when driving at lower speeds | |||
| 11/04/2002 | 28000 | 1 | 12/04/2002 |
| There is a poping noice in the front end. can also feel it through the steering wheel. have taken it several places to find the problem but no one can find it.*ak | |||
| 04/01/2001 | 4 | 07/31/2000 | |
| Front end is shaking at any speed. dealer did wheel alignment, balanced the tires and replaced the tires. this did not remedy the problem.*ak the brake rotors were corrected and the alignment was done, but the vehicle is still shaking and vibrating. *yh | |||
| 10/31/2000 | 4 | 12/01/1999 | |
| 10/31/00 , gm repl engine cradle/frame to alleviate clunk ing noise prt#10288271. dealer said to have done rack &pinion with no success nothing on invoice for latter. 5/10/01, same noise & vibrat in steer, tech says leak gear ,replac gear assembly prt#26079929.8/8/01 milage#23725 noise is back and the same this time called a worn steering shaft. replaced prt#26078302 .8/29/01 miles#24608 noise still present . tech can not identify. called gm each time they insist the dealer is fixing it ,hardly. they have replaced just about every prt they are fixing by process of elimination. repairs this extensive on 14928 miles,19988,23725, &still there tell me there is a defect in this model. every bump is vibrating in the steering wheel &clunking can be felt. everything feels loose & shakey. something is just not right and it scares me to think i put my family in this car , with no real answers. it has been the same defect from the first visit to the dealer and it remains. please help.*ak | |||
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - MACPHERSON STRUT | |||
| 04/01/2001 | 2 | 07/31/2000 | |
| While driving at highway speed, vehicle vibrates and shakes, dealer cannot locate problem, macpherson strut failed, consumer had to replace. *tt | |||
| 04/01/2001 | 1 | 07/31/2000 | |
| While driving macpherson strut failed, consumer replaced. *tt | |||
| 04/01/2001 | 2 | 07/31/2000 | |
| While driving at highway speed, vehicle vibrates and shakes, dealer cannot locate problem, macpherson strut failed, consumer had to replace. *tt | |||
| 10/31/2000 | 1 | ||
| Consumer is losing traction on wet pavement, feels like vehicle wants to slide.*ak the wheel were about to fall of shaking bad at high speed due to loose and missing lug nuts. strut is leaking. defective tire 235/45/17( no make/model of tire provide) causing vibration, drifting and sliding. bent wheels replaced causing vibration. cradle were too short causing the vehicle to creak when turning. *yh | |||