The Chevrolet Monte Carlo was released in 1970 at the height of the muscle car--a vehicle built for extremely high performance. Produced until 1988, the Chevrolet division of General Motors brought it back for 1995 until 2007; the cars of this production cycle have been far from reliable means of transport, with one of the major flaws being the engine.
Significant Engine Problems
There are multiple major engine problems concerning the Chevrolet Monte Carlo. They include failures of the fuel injectors, evaporative emissions canister vent solenoid, crankshaft sensors, fuel pressure regulator, exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) passages, timing belt, idler pulleys, and upper and lower intake manifold. These problems usually affect the model years between 1995 and 1999, as well as 2003 and 2004.
Moderate Engine Problems
Occasional problems with Chevrolet Monte Carlo engines include wiring harness failure at the car's air conditioner (A/C) accumulator mounting ring, which can adversely affect engine performance; and the powertrain control module (PCM).
Cost
The cost to repair Chevrolet Monte Carlo engine problems, as of September 2010, varies widely. With the moderate defects such as that of the A/C accumulator mounting ring and PCM, they do not cost more than $60 for parts and labor. On the other side of the spectrum, it costs about $635 for parts and $143 for labor to fix the upper and lower intake manifold.
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