1998 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Recalls

What To Do If Your Monte Carlo Has Been Recalled

The following recalls have been announced by Chevrolet, so if you own a 1998 Monte Carlo take action immediately to get your automobile fixed. Interested in how this information is collected? Read more about recalls and the NHTSA.

1. Call Chevrolet to get more information. Verify that the cost of repairs will be covered free of charge.
2. Setup an appointment with a local authorized mechanic to schedule your maintenance.
3. Keep up to date with recalls for your vehicle by following this page.

Recent 1998 Monte Carlo Recalls

• ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Recall for 1998 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

  • Recall Announced APRIL 08 2009
  • NHTSA Reference #09V116000
  • Number Affected 1,497,516

  Summary: General Motors is recalling 1,497,516 MY 1997-2003 Buick regal, MY 1998-2003 Chevrolet lumina, Monte Carlo and Impala, MY 1998-1999 Oldsmobile intrigue, MY 1997-2003 Pontiac Grand Prix vehicles equipped with a 3.8L V6 naturally aspirated engine. Some of these vehicles have a condition in which drops of engine oil may be deposited on the exhaust manifold through hard braking.

  Consequence: If the manifold is hot enough and the oil runs below the heat shield, it may ignite into a small flame and may spread to the plastic spark plug wire channel and beyond increasing the risk of an engine compartment fire.

  Fix: Dealers will remove the spark plug wire retention channel at the front of engine and install two new spark plug wire retainers free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during May 2009. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, Oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537, and Pontiac at 1-800-620-7668 or http://www. Pontiac. Com or http:www. Gmownercenter. Com.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #09V116000 »

• FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES Recall for 1998 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

  • Recall Announced MARCH 12 2007
  • NHTSA Reference #07E021000
  • Number Affected 742

  Summary: Certain delphi fuel pressure regulators, P/nos. FP10020-11B1, FP10026-11B1, and FP10027-11B1, sold after January 9, 2007, as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles listed above. The universal pressure regulators (upr) were produced without an O'ring and retainer.

  Consequence: Fuel may leak, possibly resulting in a fire.

  Fix: Delphi will notify owners and replace the upr free of charge. The recall began on April 23, 2007. Owners can contact delphi at 877-411-8770.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #07E021000 »

• STEERING:RACK AND PINION Recall for 1998 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

  • Recall Announced DECEMBER 11 2003
  • NHTSA Reference #03V527000
  • Number Affected 750,283

  Summary: Certain passenger vehicles have lower pinion bearings in the power rack and pinion assembly in which the retainer tabs were not crimped properly. These retainers could fail and permit the ball bearings to escape.

  Consequence: If this occurs, the pinion shaft can be forced upward during left turns and back down as the steering wheel is moved back and to the right. If the pinion shaft moves further, the driver will need to exert more effort to turn the steering wheel, similar to a vehicle without power assisted steering. If the pinion shaft moves even further, the driver will require much higher effort to turn left and may not be able to turn the wheel as much as intended. With the maximum pinion shaft movement, which requires internal gear component damage, the driver can encounter high resistance to turning left, followed by unintended power assist to the right. In any of these conditions, a crash could occur.

  Fix: Dealers will install a new lower pinion bearing unless inspect of the existing bearing indicates that replacement of the gear assembly is necessary. Owner notification began on February 5, 2004. Owners should contact Buick at 1-866-608-8080; Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438; Oldsmobile at 1-800-630-6537; or Pontiac at 1-800-620-7668.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #03V527000 »

• SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS Recall for 1998 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

  • Recall Announced SEPTEMBER 24 2001
  • NHTSA Reference #01I014000
  • Number Affected

  Summary: This is not a safety recall in accordance with the Safety Act. However, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the Agency. Vehicle description: 1995-1999 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Z34 passenger vehicles. The braking performance in wet weather or wet road conditions is reduced more than a driver would expect.

  Consequence: The braking could feel delayed momentarily when light or moderate force is applied on the brake pedal while driving on wet roads or after going through a car wash.

  Fix: Dealer will modify the front fender liners to remove a portion of the closeout panels in the front wheel wells at no charge to the consumer. This service will be available through August 2004.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #01I014000 »