2005 Chevrolet MONTE CARLO - Ratings, Complaints and Recalls

The 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo has received mixed safety ratings according to the data available. While it scored a 5-star rating for both the driver and passenger sides in front crash tests, the side crash ratings were slightly lower with a 3 for the driver side and a 4 for the passenger side. The rollover rating was 4 out of 5. It's worth noting that the car does not come equipped with electronic stability control, forward collision warning, or lane departure warning systems.

In terms of complaints and recalls, there have been a total of 120 complaints reported for this model and 4 recalls issued. While the front crash ratings are reassuring, the lower side crash ratings and lack of advanced safety features may be areas of concern for potential buyers. It's always recommended to thoroughly review the safety features and ratings of a vehicle before making a purchase decision.

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Complaint Count

120

Recall Count

4

Investigation Count

0

Safety Rating

Not Rated

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Safety Features

2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 2-DR. Safety Features

Here are the safety features that come as standard on the 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 2-DR.

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

ESC is an advanced safety feature in vehicles designed to help drivers maintain control during challenging driving conditions. By continuously monitoring various factors such as steering angle, vehicle speed, and individual wheel speeds, ESC can detect and reduce the risk of skidding or loss of control. It achieves this by automatically applying brakes to specific wheels to stabilize the vehicle.

No
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)

Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is a safety feature in vehicles that helps prevent frontal collisions by alerting the driver of an imminent collision with a vehicle or obstacle ahead. Using sensors such as radar or cameras, FCW monitors the distance and speed of vehicles in front, and if it detects a potential collision, it provides visual and/or auditory warnings to prompt the driver to take evasive action.

No
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)

Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is a safety feature in vehicles that alerts drivers when their vehicle unintentionally drifts out of its lane without signaling. Utilizing cameras or sensors to monitor lane markings on the road, LDW detects when the vehicle crosses these lines and triggers visual, auditory, or haptic alerts to notify the driver of potential lane departure.

No

2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 2-DR. Safety Ratings

Here we have the crash and rollover ratings for the 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 2-DR. Where possible we've included the ratings for the oldest and latest models of this car so you can compare how the safety ratings have changed over time.

Frontal Crash Ratings

Combines Driver and Passenger star ratings into a single frontal rating. The frontal barrier test simulates a head-on collision between two similar vehicles, each moving at 35 mph.

Test 2005 Score 2007 Score
Overall Front Crash Rating Not Rated Not Rated
Front Crash Driver Side Rating 5 5
Front Crash Passenger Side Rating 5 5

Side Crash Ratings

Combines Side Barrier and Side Pole Star Ratings into a single side rating.

Test 2005 Score 2007 Score
Overall Side Crash Rating Not Rated Not Rated
Side Crash Drivers Side Rating 3 3
Side Crash Passenger Side Rating 4 4
Combined Side Barrier Pole Rating - Front Not Rated Not Rated
Combined Side Barrier Pole Rating - Rear Not Rated Not Rated
Overall Side Barrier Rating Not Rated Not Rated

Rollover Ratings

The Rollover Resistance test measures the risk of rollover in a single-vehicle, loss-of-control scenario.

Test 2005 Score 2007 Score
Rollover Rating Not Rated Not Rated
Rollover Possibility % 0% 0%
Dynamic Tip Result
Side Pole Crash Rating Not Rated Not Rated

Complaints for the 2005 Chevrolet MONTE CARLO

This chart show the number of complaints for each car component. A Higher number of complaints could indicate that this car might have a common fault. Something to look out for when purchasing one.

Component Complaints

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Complaint:
"when i first bought this car the boost gage was not working. a few days later the gas oil pressure and temperature gauges started going crazy. the temperature gauge needs to work to show overheating of engine to avoid damage. internet forums say this issue a very common issue. picture shows gauges on left after car running 10 min with approx half tank of gas"
Components Involved: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Date of incident: 2018-02-05
Complaint:
"tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet monte carlo. the contact stated that the key failed to turn over in the ignition so the contact was unable to start the vehicle. the vin was included in nhtsa campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system). the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the contact was waiting to be referred to an authorized dealer to diagnose the failure and provide the recall remedy. the failure mileage was not available. parts distribution disconnect."
Components Involved: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Date of incident: 2017-06-03
Complaint:
"tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet monte carlo. while driving at various speeds, the speedometer and fuel gauges became inoperable. the failure recurred randomly. the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 80,000."
Components Involved: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Date of incident: 2017-05-09
Complaint:
"tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet monte carlo. while attempting to start the vehicle, the ignition failed to start without warning. the contact stated that the transmission was replaced. the vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the body control module failed and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired, but the failure was persistent. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 80,000."
Components Involved: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Date of incident: 2013-12-11
Complaint:
"periodically the car will not start. there was a recall that only replaced a portion of the key. the key will turn and all lights come on but it wont start. if you wait a few minutes and try again the car starts even though you have done nothing different. we took it to a repair shop and they are stating it needs a new ignition. i do not have a heavy keyring and only use the single key without the fob or anything and still have the problem."
Components Involved: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Date of incident: 2010-01-07
Complaint:
"tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet monte carlo. the contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer to complete the repair for nhtsa campaign number: 14v400000 (electrical system). a few days after the recall repair was performed, the pass key lock sensor illuminated. the dealer stated that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. the dealer stated that the magnet connection was not communicating with the key. the manufacturer was notified of the failure and provided no remedy. the approximate failure mileage was 80,052."
Components Involved: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Date of incident: 2016-06-06
Complaint:
"i took the car to a chevy dealer for the ignition switch recall dated july 3 2014.i told them about problems with the ignition switch such as the key can be pulled out when car is running and sometimes the starter stays on with engine running also problems turning the key.i waited while they did the recall service.when they were done they told me they put a plastic cover on the key.i started the car and found the problems were still there.i told them the recall was for a ignition switch not ignition key and their fix did nothing to fix the problem.they told me this fix is all they can do.a few weeks later,i could not get the car to shut off.i had to force the ignition off using a screwdriver and i had to buy a new ignition switch and install it myself however i will have to go to a locksmith so he could make the new key work on my door.150.00 foa a switch.still have to pay a locksmith.i want my family to be safe in my car.i don't think g m feels the same. *tr"
Components Involved: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Date of incident: 2016-08-03
Complaint:
"instrument panel cluster had to be replaced after speedometer and volt meter stopped working. paid dealership $440.00 to replace. *tr"
Components Involved: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Date of incident: 2013-01-05
Complaint:
"tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet monte carlo. the contact stated that the instrument cluster failed. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 142,000. the vin was unavailable."
Components Involved: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Date of incident: 2015-11-09
Complaint:
"traveling on us 90 w. all of a sudden no gauges. for weeks there after i was scared and extremely concerned my car was over heating(maxed out temp range)and speedometer on zero. in short it does every thing reading wise except correctly once the key is used. i (think ) i'm hearing a "pop or distorted/short" in the speakers. .i have not installed or otherwise altered any equipment or made any changes to the original equipment of any kind... after reviewing the internet and asking other owners of like make/models and the "other closely related models i.e impala i've been told more having this problem than not. i'm also finding it seem to be a problem rather earl in production years and appears to be a defect in engineering/assembly of these automobiles. (perhaps a full review of electrical patient/design and assembly methods may resolve why this is happening. i truly want to start a class action to "repair" (no money)with new re-designed installs by dealer. as of today my "carlo" is at 89000 mi... please feel free to contact me if i can help or you know of a correct fix.dealer wants 700 to replace dash..(is this new dash different in any way from oem build i wonder)also my avalanche truck at 60,000+ doing the same thing. does it take a fire or death to recognize this a recurring default in mfg. of chevrolets. gm and its dealers are mum and it must be my fault. perhaps a complete electrical review of gm engineering is in order not withstanding durability standards and who makes the wires/assembly and where..i'm just saying. *tr"
Components Involved: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Date of incident: 2011-01-05

Recalls for the 2005 Chevrolet MONTE CARLO

Component Recalls

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Recall:
"dorman is recalling 979 steering knuckles, dorman p/nos. 697-902 and 697-903, sold under dorman's "oe solutions<sup>tm</sup>" brand name, and napa p/nos. 7-8502 and 7-8503 which were sold for replacement use on the various vehicles listed above. a potential material or design defect could result in the steering knuckle breaking in the hub area."
Consequence:
A BROKEN STEERING KNUCKLE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND A POSSIBLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy:

DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING KNUCKLES FREE OF CHARGE AND REIMBURSE THE REPAIR FACILITY OR OWNER FOR LABOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 23, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN'S TOLL-FREE HOTLINE AT 1-800-523-2492 AND PRESS 5.

Component(s) Involved: STEERING
Date of incident: 2009-02-17
Recall:
"dorman products is recalling 3,900 intermediate steering shafts dorman part nos. 425-151, 425-152, and 425-153, (sold under dorman's "oe solutions" brand name), balkamp #'s 7-3057, 7-3058, 7-3059 (sold under the "napa" brand name), and platinum parts #'s 2425151, 2425152, and 2425153 manufactured during the month of september 2007. these replacement steering shafts can be used on the vehicles listed above. the weld connecting the inner tube to the outer tube may be defective."
Consequence:
IF THE WELD FAILS, LOSS OF STEERING COULD RESULT, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy:

DORMAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE STEERING SHAFTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 16, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DORMAN TOLL FREE AT 1-800-523-2492.

Component(s) Involved: STEERING
Date of incident: 2008-10-17

CHEVROLET Overall Complaint Ranking

This table shows the ranking of car manufacturers when it comes to most complaints and recalls. The manufacturer with the most complaints is at the top. However this doesn't necassarily mean they should be avoided. Some manufacturers might just have more popular or affordable cars which a lot of people have bought. Which means there's more scope for a complaint to be made. Use the ranking table below as a part your wider research into buying a car.

CHEVROLET ranks 2 out of 44 in the complaints ranking table.

Manufacturer Complaint Count Recall Count Ranking
FORD 208,358 3,259 1
CHEVROLET 111,306 2,082 2
TOYOTA 81,019 1,852 3
HONDA 61,937 1,268 4
NISSAN 56,226 930 5
DODGE 45,756 827 6
HYUNDAI 44,150 649 7
GMC 34,441 1,410 8
KIA 29,832 501 9
CHRYSLER 27,698 254 10
TESLA 26,230 730 11
BMW 24,890 1,877 12
VOLKSWAGEN 23,125 829 13
MERCEDES-BENZ 19,066 2,925 14
SUBARU 18,513 703 15
MAZDA 10,599 364 16
PONTIAC 10,430 138 17
CADILLAC 9,434 444 18
AUDI 7,865 1,093 19
BUICK 7,851 279 20
SATURN 7,672 84 21
MERCURY 7,374 135 22
LEXUS 6,373 408 23
LINCOLN 5,897 423 24
ACURA 5,722 382 25
MINI 5,585 366 26
INFINITI 4,000 187 27
MITSUBISHI 3,912 397 28
VOLVO 3,875 727 29
PORSCHE 2,646 1,231 30
SUZUKI 2,272 123 31
FIAT 2,205 80 32
SAAB 1,536 76 33
JAGUAR 1,195 198 34
SMART 528 17 35
GENESIS 436 42 36
ISUZU 249 37 37
ALFA ROMEO 161 37 38
MASERATI 76 46 39
BENTLEY 46 159 40
POLESTAR 42 2 41
LUCID 14 6 42
CODA 4 2 43
MAYBACH 0 0 44

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