1986 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS
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 1986 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS is a 140-hp 4.3-liter V6 with a 4-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $14,054 MSRP and is rated at 19 mpg combined.
It makes 140 horsepower at 4,000 rpm and 225 lb-ft of torque at 2000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 16 mpg city and 24 mpg highway (19 mpg combined).
The Monte Carlo measures 200.0 inches long on a 108.0-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,181 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Coupe |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $14,054 ($41,675 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 4.3L (262 cid) OHV V6, throttle-body fuel injection |
| Displacement | 4.3 L |
| Horsepower | 140 hp @ 4,000 rpm |
| Torque | 225 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | OHV, 2 valves/cylinder |
| Injection Type | Throttle-body fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 16 MPG |
| Highway | 24 MPG |
| Combined | 19 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 14" |
| Wheels Rear | 14" |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 200 in |
| Width | 71 in |
| Height | 54 in |
| Wheelbase | 108 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,181 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 37 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38 in |
| Legroom Front | 42 in |
| Legroom Rear | 36 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 56 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 55 in |
| Hip Room Front | 51 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 51 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1986 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LS 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
4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1986 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
May 19, 2006 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Consequence: THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Remedy: HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
NHTSA campaign 06E043000
Sep 19, 1986 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
THE PUSH PULL HEADLIGHT SWITCH MAY HAVE ELECTRICAL CONTACTS WHICH ALLOW AN INTERMITTENT HEADLIGHT CIRCUIT CAUSING HEADLIGHT TO FLICKER OR SUDDENLY GO OUT. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: SUDDEN LOSS OF THE HEADLIGHTS UNDER SEVERE WEATHER OR NIGHTTIME DRIVING CONDITIONS COULD REDUCE DRIVER VISIBILITY WHICH MIGHT RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Remedy: REPLACE HEADLIGHT SWITCH AS NECESSARY.
NHTSA campaign 86V131000
Apr 28, 1986 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
THE PUSH-PULL HEADLIGHT SWITCH MAY HAVE ELECTRICAL CONTACTS WHICH ALLOW AN INTERMITTENT HEADLIGHT CIRCUIT CAUSING HEADLIGHT TO FLICKER OR SUDDENLY GO OUT. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: SUDDEN LOSS OF THE HEADLIGHTS UNDER SEVERE WEATHER OR NIGHTTIME DRIVING CONDITIONS COULD REDUCE DRIVER VISIBILITY WHICH MIGHT RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. NOTE: ALSO, SEE NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER 86V131000.
Remedy: REPLACE HEADLIGHT SWITCH AS NECESSARY.
NHTSA campaign 86V056000
6 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1986 Chevrolet MONTE CARLO
Owner Complaints
6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1986 Chevrolet MONTE CARLO (1 mention a crash, 2 a fire). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Power Train | 2 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Wheels | 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 1986 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.