The contact owns a 1997 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. While driving 5 mph, the engine fell out of the vehicle. The mechanic stated that the failure was caused by the sub frame bolts not being tightened. The bolts were re-attached. As of August 14, 2007, no other failures have occurred. The current and failure mileages were 145,000.

- Reddinh, CA, USA

Coolant starting leaking with a minimal amount and kept getting worse. Was informed that intake manifold gasket needs replaced. Heard of several Monte carlos and luminas having this problem.

- Fredonia, KS, USA

My 1997 Monte Carlo is in need of an intake manifold gasket replacement. Why isn't this a GM recall? the repair cost is $800 and my internet research shows that this is a prevalent problem in GM cars. My car is unsafe to drive until the repair is complete. The engine could catch fire or freeze up while driving. GM needs to recall these defective plastic gaskets immediately before someone gets killed!

- Midlothian, IL, USA

Blown motor. When car was taken apart to remove engine the bolts on the intake manifold were not tight and were removed by hand, no tools needed.

- Jacksonville, FL, USA

Engine possibly blown, all scheduled maintenance completed, could be head gasket, any recalls?

- Salt Lake City, UT, USA

Vehicle was leaking oil. Oil is changed every 5000 miles, and vehicle is burning oil too fast. Took vehicle to a mechanic, and mechanic stated gaskets were cracked under the motor. Consumer did not know the cause. Consumer stated that they refused to fix the vehicle because mechanic stated it was the hardest engine to get out to replace gaskets.

- Elgin, OH, USA

Vehicle is defective from maufacturer. Driver side power window will not come up at all, it stays off track. Dealership replaced window once, but it still is having problems. Cigarette lighter column was cracked, the outside was pushed all the way through. Dealer replaced it/ arm rest cracked, it was plastic, and engine flywheel broke. Also, at 2200 miles the dual cam are very loud and are rattling. Car paint on the driver side is turning blue.

- South Bend, IN, USA

Engine check light comes on, intermittently starts hard or rides rough. Dealer contacted and service provided seven times. Problem still exists. Warranty effective. Provide further information.

- Edgerton, WI, USA