MYRModel Year Report

2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

▲ Better than typical
2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:56:35.055Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints
42
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 2007

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Electrical system

43% of complaints

Complaints per year

1981: 2 complaints 1981 1982: 2 complaints 1983: 1 complaint 1984: 3 complaints 1985: 4 complaints 1985 1986: 6 complaints 1987: 5 complaints 1988: 3 complaints 1989: 0 complaints 1989 1990: 0 complaints 1991: 1 complaint 1995: 170 complaints 1996: 155 complaints 1996 1997: 164 complaints 1998: 100 complaints 1999: 125 complaints 2000: 233 complaints 2000 2001: 276 complaints 2002: 230 complaints 2003: 158 complaints 2004: 230 complaints 2004 2005: 120 complaints 2006: 113 complaints 2007: 42 complaints 2007 42 2008: 2 complaints 2010: 2 complaints
1981: 2 complaints 1981 1982: 2 complaints 1983: 1 complaint 1983 1984: 3 complaints 1985: 4 complaints 1985 1986: 6 complaints 1987: 5 complaints 1987 1988: 3 complaints 1989: 0 complaints 1989 1990: 0 complaints 1991: 1 complaint 1991 1995: 170 complaints 1996: 155 complaints 1996 1997: 164 complaints 1998: 100 complaints 1998 1999: 125 complaints 2000: 233 complaints 2000 2001: 276 complaints 2002: 230 complaints 2002 2003: 158 complaints 2004: 230 complaints 2004 2005: 120 complaints 2006: 113 complaints 2007: 42 complaints 2007 42 2008: 2 complaints 2010: 2 complaints
1981: 2 complaints 1981 1982: 2 complaints 1983: 1 complaint 1983 1984: 3 complaints 1985: 4 complaints 1985 1986: 6 complaints 1987: 5 complaints 1987 1988: 3 complaints 1989: 0 complaints 1989 1990: 0 complaints 1991: 1 complaint 1991 1995: 170 complaints 1996: 155 complaints 1996 1997: 164 complaints 1998: 100 complaints 1998 1999: 125 complaints 2000: 233 complaints 2000 2001: 276 complaints 2002: 230 complaints 2002 2003: 158 complaints 2004: 230 complaints 2004 2005: 120 complaints 2006: 113 complaints 2006 2007: 42 complaints 2007 42 2008: 2 complaints 2008 2010: 2 complaints

2007: 42 complaints

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YearComplaints
19800
19812
19822
19831
19843
19854
19866
19875
19883
19890
19900
19911
1995170
1996155
1997164
1998100
1999125
2000233
2001276
2002230
2003158
2004230
2005120
2006113
200742
20082
20102

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Electrical system

43% · 18 reports

Most commonly citing rear compartment/trunk and ignition.

CRASHFIREDEATH
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The cable harness in question runs from the fuse box under hood through firewall to the passenger side foot area. At this point it connects to another harness that connects to various items at the rear of the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-03-12

Also filed under Exterior lighting and visibility/wiper

2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. Consumer writes in regards to a defective trunk light mechanism that ignited a fire in vehicle burning it beyond repair. *smd the consumer stated the vehicle was parked, at the time of the incident.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-10-17

Tl*the contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. At low speeds such as 25 MPH, the contact cannot read the speedometer gauge when the weather is cloudy or overcast.

NHTSA ODI report, 2007-10-17

Power train

29% · 12 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission.

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Transmission skips gears from a stop to go acceleration. Took my vehicle to a Chevrolet ase certified repair facility to have checked. The clutch plate was melted along with some planetary bearings destroyed. The repair bill came to 1,800.00 $.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-12-12

Transmission problems clunking, and it revs high when shifting.

NHTSA ODI report, 2011-03-19

Steering

17% · 7 reports
CRASHINJURYDEATH
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While driving vehicle lost of steering happens then comes back. Almost causing accident especially while driving around turns.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-01-24

Air bags

10% · 4 reports
CRASHINJURYDEATH
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Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and attempting to make a left turn, the steering wheel became difficult to turn.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-10-16

Airbag opened while parked in a parking lot. Vehicle as stationary.

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-01-16

Vehicle speed control

5% · 2 reports
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I have a 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo that I bought new and the cruise control will take over at any time or speed. It may go 2 weeks and not do it, but most of the time it will do it 2 or 3 times a week. When it does it may do it 1 to 4 times.

NHTSA ODI report, 2009-01-26

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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  1. R
    2009-02-23Steering09E005000 Dorman is recalling 979 steering knuckles, dorman p/nos. 697-902 and 697-903, sold under dorman's "Oe solutions<sup>tm</sup>" Brand name, and napa p/nos. 7-8502 and 7-8503 which were sold for…

    Remedy: Dorman will notify owners and replace the defective steering knuckles free of charge and reimburse the repair facility or owner for labor. The recall began on February 23, 2009. Owners may contact…

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. R
    2014-09-23Electrical system14V355000 This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key.

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will install two key rings and an insert in the key slot or a cover over the key head on all ignition keys, free of charge. The recall began on September 23, 2014.

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Electrical system: 18 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 12 reports on file for this year.
  • Steering: 7 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 09E005000 · Steering
  • Recall 14V355000 · Electrical system
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 43% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.