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2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LT

The 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo LT is a 200-hp 3.8-liter V6 with a 4-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $25,350 MSRP and is rated at 21 mpg combined.

It makes 200 horsepower at 5,200 rpm and 225 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 18 mpg city and 28 mpg highway (21 mpg combined).

The Monte Carlo measures 197.9 inches long on a 110.5-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,395 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeCoupe
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$25,350 ($42,185 *)
Engine
Engine Type3.8L (3800 Series II) L36 OHV V6
Displacement3.8 L
Horsepower200 hp @ 5,200 rpm
Torque225 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
ValvetrainOHV, 2 valves/cylinder
Bore and Stroke96.5 x 86.4 mm (3.800 x 3.400 in)
Compression Ratio9.4:1
Injection TypeSequential fuel injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
Transmission4-speed automatic (4T65E)
1st Gear2.92
2nd Gear1.56
3rd Gear1
4th Gear0.7
Reverse2.38
Fuel Economy
City18 MPG
Highway28 MPG
Combined21 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded
Tank Capacity17 gal
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front16"
Wheels Rear16"
Tires FrontP225/60R16
Tires RearP225/60R16
Dimensions & Weight
Length197.9 in
Width72.3 in
Height55.2 in
Wheelbase110.5 in
Curb Weight3,395 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front38.1 in
Headroom Rear36.5 in
Legroom Front42.4 in
Legroom Rear35.8 in
Shoulder Room Front58.3 in
Shoulder Room Rear57.8 in
Hip Room Front55.2 in
Hip Room Rear55.2 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Frontal – driver ★★★★★
Frontal – passenger ★★★★★
Side crash Not rated
Rollover Not rated
Tested variant: 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo 2-DR.

Recalls

4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2005 Chevrolet MONTE CARLO. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Jul 3, 2014 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

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) notified the agency on July 3, 2014, that they are recalling 5,877,718 model year 2000-2005 Chevrolet Impala and Monte Carlo, 1997-2003 Chevrolet Malibu, 2004-2005 Malibu Classic, 1999-2004 Oldsmobile Alero, 1998-2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue, 1999-2005 Pontiac Grand Am and 2004-2008 Pontiac Grand Prix vehicles. In these models, the weight on the key ring and/or 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.

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 9, 2014. GM's number for this recall is 14350.

NHTSA campaign 14V400000

Feb 17, 2009 · STEERING

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.

NHTSA campaign 09E005000

Oct 17, 2008 · STEERING

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.

NHTSA campaign 08E063000

Mar 12, 2007 · FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES

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.

Remedy: 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.

NHTSA campaign 07E021000

120 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2005 Chevrolet MONTE CARLO

Owner Complaints

120 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2005 Chevrolet MONTE CARLO (1 mention a crash, 3 a fire). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Electrical System87
Exterior Lighting17
Service Brakes7
Fuel System5
Gasoline5
Vehicle Speed Control5
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Jan 9, 2024 · Service Brakes
“I have had numerous lights, noise, continuously for the last 7 years have replaced numerous parts, only to last awhile then the lights, noise return. Seems there is no cure for this malfunctioning…”
Oct 4, 2019 · Power Train
“THE PCM FOR THE TRANSMISSION IS OUT OR DEFECTIVE AND FROM WHAT I'VE RESEARCHED THIS IS A VERY COMMON PROBLEM WITH THE MONTE CARLO. CHEVROLET SHOULD BE RESPONSIBLE FOR SELLING A KNOWN DEFECTIVE…”
Aug 9, 2019 · Electrical System, Air Bags, Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
“TAKATARECALL STIL TILL I HAVE THAT PROBLEMS”
May 5, 2018 · Electrical System
“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…”
Dec 9, 2017 · Exterior Lighting
“THE MULTI FUNCTION SWITCH IS FAULTY. MY BLINKERS NEVER WORK RIGHT. SOMETIMES I HAVE RIGHT AND NO LEFT TURN SIGNAL AND MANY TIMES THE HAZARD LIGHTS TURN ON WHEN I USE TURN SIGNAL. THE TURN SIGNAL SOUND…”

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 2005 CHEVROLET MONTE CARLO. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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