2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 54 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 10.8 times the median Monte Carlo year — the 2007 model ranks #13 of 35 Monte Carlo years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list. Reports tied to this model year include 7 deaths and 8 injuries, per the complaint records themselves.

Electrical System leads the complaint categories with 18 reports (33% of the total).

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How does 2007 compare to other Monte Carlo years?

Monte Carlo NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Electrical System	18	33%	▼ down
Transmission	12	22%	▼ down
Steering	7	13%	▼ down
Airbags	4	7%	▼ down
Speed Control	2	4%	▼ down
Engine	2	4%	▼ down
Lighting	2	4%	▲ up
Seats	2	4%	▲ up
Suspension	2	4%	— flat
Visibility & Wipers	1	2%	▼ down
Fuel System	1	2%	▼ down
Body & Structure	1	2%	▼ down

Does the 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

14V355000Electrical SystemJune 23, 2014 · 3,141,731 units

Defect

This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Buick LaCrosse, 2006-2011 Buick Lucerne, 2000-2005 Cadillac DeVille, 2006-2011 Cadillac DTS, 2006-2014 Chevrolet Impala, and 2006-2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the weight on the key ring and road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.

Consequence

If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Additionally, a key knocked out of the run position will cause loss of engine power, power steering, and power braking, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will install two key rings and an insert in the key slot or a cover over the key head on all ignition keys, free of charge. The recall began on September 23, 2014. Owners may contact General Motors customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-458-8006 (Cadillac), and 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet). GM's number for this recall is 14299.

09E005000SteeringFebruary 17, 2009 · 979 units

Defect

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“2007 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO A DEFECTIVE TRUNK LIGHT MECHANISM THAT IGNITED A FIRE IN VEHICLE BURNING IT BEYOND REPAIR. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, AT THE TIME OF THE INCIDENT. ”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · March 6, 2013 · fire

“I WAS AT A RED LIGHT AND THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN AND I PRESSED ON THE ACCELERATOR AND THE ENGINE REVVED WAY UP BUT I DID NOT GO ANYWHERE, AND THEN KIND OF CLUNK AND IT SEEMED TO HAVE POPPED IN GEAR. THE AMOUNT OF TORQUE THAT WAS DELIVERED TO THE WHEELS CAUSED ME TO VEER INTO THE LANE NEXT TO ME THAT…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · March 16, 2014

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS AND ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A LEFT TURN, THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME DIFFICULT TO TURN. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THE VEHICLE SPUN OUT OF CONTROL. AS A…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · May 3, 2008 · crash

“[XXX]. VIN#[XXX]- WHITE CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO,PH# [XXX] JULY 7 20014 AUTO ACCIDENT HAPPENED ON HWY,31 LOUISVILLE KY 40272. MAN DIED. [XXX] HOSPITALIZED. CAR TURNED OFF OF RUN POSITION STALLED CAUSING ACCIDENT. MY LAWYER SAID TO CONTACT YOU ONE MORE TIME. THANKS [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · July 7, 2009 · crash

“[XXX]. VIN#[XXX]- WHITE CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO,PH# [XXX] JULY 7 20014 AUTO ACCIDENT HAPPENED ON HWY,31 LOUISVILLE KY 40272. MAN DIED. [XXX] HOSPITALIZED. CAR TURNED OFF OF RUN POSITION STALLED CAUSING ACCIDENT. MY LAWYER SAID TO CONTACT YOU ONE MORE TIME. THANKS [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Seats · July 7, 2009 · crash

2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo — common questions

Is the 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 54 complaints put the 2007 model at #13 of 35 Monte Carlo years. It is one of the Monte Carlo years to avoid.

What are the most common 2007 Monte Carlo problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (18 complaints), transmission (12 complaints), steering (7 complaints).

Does the 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Chevrolet Monte Carlo years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Monte Carlo years to avoid are 2001, 2000, 2002, 2004, 1996, 1995, 1997, 2003, 1999, 2005, 2006, 1998, 2007, 1991, 1990. The cleanest record among Monte Carlo years belongs to 1989.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2007 compare to other Monte Carlo years?

What are the most common 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo problems?

Does the 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo — common questions

Is the 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo reliable?

What are the most common 2007 Monte Carlo problems?

Does the 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo have recalls?

Which Chevrolet Monte Carlo years should you avoid?

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