Four problems related to engine and engine cooling have been reported for the 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo based on all problems reported for the 2004 Monte Carlo.
The contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle a burning type odor was present coming through the air vents inside the cabin of the vehicle. When pressing the accelerator pedal the oil gauge increased to high. Also the engine had overheated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer regarding NHTSA recall campaign 15v201000(engine) but the part had to be order and the vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was not yet contacted. The failure mileage was 215,000.
Security lights comes on and car dies,ignition switch faulty,car start but dies.
Tl the contact owns a 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. While driving 15 mph, the vehicle started to shudder and smoke appeared under the hood. In addition, the vehicle's battery exploded. A fire report was filed. The local fire department extinguished the fire. There were no injuries sustained. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 49,000. The VIN was not available.
In the morning when starting the car it sputters like it's gasping for gas. . . I turn key off then restart and the engine starts normally.