Table 1 shows three common steering related problems of the 1996 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. The number one most common problem is related to the hydraulic power assist steering system (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the steering gear box (two problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problems | |
| Steering Gear Box problems | |
| Steering Rack And Pinion problems |
While drving on highway the vehicle loses all power assist. The vehicle has been brought back to the dealership 5 times in the last two years for this problem. The dealer is not able to correct. Read details...
While driving at normal speed steering gear box was leaking and vehicle caught on fire. Dealer notified. Read details...
Rack and pinion have had to be replaced 5 times. Each time causes metal shavings in the power steering pump causing loss of steering. Read details...