One problem related to power steering pump has been reported for the 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo based on all problems reported for the 2006 Monte Carlo.
I have a 2006 chevy Monte Carlo (v6) and the power steering return hose has exploded 3 times. I asked the dealer to change the power steering pump, but he claimed it was a design flaw and he gets at least one Monte Carlo per week with the same problem. I now open the cap to the power steering fluid reservoir everyday to relieve the pressure. You can actually hear the pressure release like when you open a can of soda. I haven't had any problems since, bit I don't take the car on long trips and if I do the pressure may increase to the point where the hose blows again. This is a very dangerous problem considering I nearly crashed twice because the hose blew in mid turn.