Coolant Leaking Problems of Chevrolet Monte Carlo

The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. The contact took her vehicle to have an oil change and was informed that oil and coolant were leaking from the vehicle. The leaks could eventually lead to a fire. While driving at any speed, she noticed that the vehicle was hesitant to gain speed. Through online research, she found numerous complaints regarding the same failure as her year, make, and model vehicle; however, the manufacturer refuses to repair the issue. The contact believes that a recall should be issued. The vehicle has not yet been repaired and the contact is afraid to drive the vehicle. The failure mileage was 52,000 and current mileage was 54,000. Updated 08/04/09. Updated 08/11/09.

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The contact owns a 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. The contact stated there was an abnormal rattle coming from the engine when first starting. The noise would diminish once the engine was warmed. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where she was informed that coolant was leaking into the oil. The engine lifters were replaced. The failure recurred within 2. 5 years. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where she was informed that the failure could potentially lead to various other engine, transmission and steering issues. The vehicle was then taken to an independent mechanic where the upper and lower intake gaskets were replaced. She also stated that the vehicle was driving as if it was losing power. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the catalytic converter was replaced. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 45,000 and the current mileage was 85,000.

Low coolant level light keeps coming on - coolant and oil leaking down block. Required intake gasket replacement, intake reseal, and replace oil pump drive seal.