1991 DODGE MONACO PROBLEMS

Common Complaints and Reliability

• 1. Brake Issues:

  • ABS Brake Failure, extended stopping distance
    
  • ABS Brake Lockup during ice weather
    
  • Front brake rotor rusted off
    
  • Brake disc wheel hub separated causing loss of control
    
  • Brake rotor broke
    
  • Rotors warped causing brakes to vibrate
    
  • ABS System lockup causing vehicle to stall
    
  • Clicking noise and accelerator pedal going to the floor without application
    
  • Accelerating out of control when shift into drive
    

• 2. Electrical Issues:

  • Alternator failed
    
  • Wiring under hood resulting in headlights failing to work
    
  • Electrical malfunctions causing A/C to be inoperative
    
  • Engine check light coming on intermittently
    

• 3. Safety Restraint System Issues:

  • Front motorized shoulder belts not working
    
  • Passenger side lap/shoulder belt overtightened
    
  • Driver side seat belt retractor stopped working
    
  • Two front doors do not open from inside
    
  • Three out of four door handles failed
    
  • Seat belt track and assemblies malfunctioning
    

• 4. Heating/Defroster Issues:

  • Heater core failed causing fumes/odor in vehicle
    
  • Inoperative radiator fans causing overheating
    
  • Windshield wipers becoming slow then stopping in inclement weather
    
  • Mist coming from vents, fogging up windows
    

• 5. Recall Issues:

  • Recall for active seat and shoulder belts not honored
    
  • Vehicle not part of recall for heater core issue
    

• 6. Other Issues:

  • CV Joints/Boots failed multiple times
    
  • Axle/alternator/rotors replaced, alternator failed again
    
  • Metal strap securing fuel tank rusted and broke
    
  • Neither front electric window operates
    
  • Transmission failure
    
  • Vehicle stalling on wet or dry pavement with ABS brakes
    
  • Vehicle taking off unexpectedly when shift into drive
    
  • Vehicle speeding up suddenly while using cruise control
    
  • Windshield wiper motor failure
    
  • Inoperative windshield wipers due to defective relay switch