1983 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS
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All photo credits
- Photo: 1986 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS in Silver Metallic, Front Left, 05-18-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1984 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS, front right (2023 ARMCO Park Wheels of Steel Car Cruise) by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1985 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Lowrider by Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Chevrolet Monte Carlo (7606475204) by dave_7 from Lethbridge, Canada, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1987 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS Aero Coupe, rear right, 07-01-2024 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1983 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS is a 175-hp 5.0-liter V8.
It makes 175 horsepower.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Coupe |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 5.0L V8 H.O. (305) |
| Displacement | 5 L |
| Horsepower | 175 hp |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Wheelbase | 108 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1983 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1983 Chevrolet MONTE CARLO. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Oct 24, 2007 · EQUIPMENT
CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES.
Consequence: THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.
NHTSA campaign 07E088000
Oct 13, 1983 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
THE MASTER CYLINDER REAR BRAKE PIPE, WHICH CARRIES BRAKE FLUID TO THE REAR BRAKES, MAY DEVELOP A LEAK DUE TO EXTENDED CHAFING ON THE AIR CLEANER RESONATOR BRACKET.
Remedy: IF UPON INSPECTION THE DEALER FINDS THAT THERE IS INADEQUATE CLEARANCE, THE PIPE WILL BE REFORMED TO OBTAIN THE NECESSARY THREE QUARTER INCH SPACE. ONLY THOSE PIPES SHOWING SIGNS OF WEAR WILL BE REPLACED.
NHTSA campaign 83V106000
1 owner complaint to NHTSA for the 1983 Chevrolet MONTE CARLO
Owner Complaints
1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA for the 1983 Chevrolet MONTE CARLO. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Hydraulic | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1983 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.