2008 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
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.
Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2008: 2 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1981 | 2 |
| 1982 | 2 |
| 1983 | 1 |
| 1984 | 3 |
| 1985 | 4 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 3 |
| 1989 | 0 |
| 1990 | 0 |
| 1991 | 1 |
| 1995 | 170 |
| 1996 | 155 |
| 1997 | 164 |
| 1998 | 100 |
| 1999 | 125 |
| 2000 | 233 |
| 2001 | 276 |
| 2002 | 230 |
| 2003 | 158 |
| 2004 | 230 |
| 2005 | 120 |
| 2006 | 113 |
| 2007 | 42 |
| 2008 | 2 |
| 2010 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Vehicle speed control
1 of 2 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.
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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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2008-06-02
Also filed under Engine and engine cooling
Steering
1 of 2 total reports mentions: steering.
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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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2009-02-02
Engine and engine cooling
1 of 2 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2008 Chevrolet Monte Carlo — pre-purchase inspection
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- Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
- Steering: 1 report on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 1 report on file for this year.
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2008 Chevrolet Monte Carlo reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2008 Chevrolet Monte Carlo?
- The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2008 Chevrolet Monte Carlo have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.