1999 Mitsubishi Montero sport problems
The Mitsubishi Pajero Sport is a mid-size SUV produced by the Japanese manufacturer Mitsubishi Motors using the Pajero nameplate since 1996 that has spanned over three generations and based on the Triton pickup truck. Mitsubishi has formerly used the Mitsubishi Challenger (Japanese: 三菱・チャレンジャー, Hepburn: Mitsubishi Charenjā) name in Japan and some international markets, but since the third generation, the Pajero Sport/Montero Sport/Shogun Sport was the name used instead.
First generation (K80/K90/PA/PA II; 1996)
For the SUV sold alongside the first generation Montero Sport in Latin American markets, see Mitsubishi Montero Outlander.
Production began in Japan in 1996, and was available for most export markets by 1997, where it was variously known as the Challenger, Pajero Sport in Europe, Montero Sport in North America, South America, Spain and the Philippines, Nativa in parts of Latin America, the Caribbean and the Middle East, Shogun Sport in the United Kingdom, and Strada G-Wagon in Thailand. Based on the Strada pickup truck of the same vintage, sharing many components and some body panels (i.e. front doors), the first-generation Pajero Sport was also built on the second-generation Pajero wheelbase, and served as a smaller model to the larger Pajero.
Like the Pajero, it featured independent front suspension with torsion bars and a live rear axle. In addition to numerous facelifts over the years, there was a major suspension change from rear leaf to coil springs in late 2000. As its popularity increased, local assembly for foreign markets was introduced in China in 2003, and Brazil in 2006. Sales were discontinued in Japan in 2003. In the United States, where it was superseded by the Endeavor, sales ended in 2004. In Canada the Montero Sport continued to be sold alongside the Endeavor until 2008. Sales in central and western Europe ended in 2008, with the introduction of the second generation Pajero/Montero Sport. In Japan, it was sold at a specific retail chain called Car Plaza.
The 3-litre V6 is the most commonly used engine; it produces 175 hp (130 kW; 177 PS) at 5,000 rpm. The North American market received petrol V6 engines during all years of production while a petrol 2.4-litre engine was offered on base models from 1997 through 1999 in the United States and for additional years in Canada. Markets outside of North America also had a variety of turbo-diesel four-cylinder engines to choose between.
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Common 1999 Mitsubishi Montero sport problems
The 1999 Mitsubishi Montero Sport has been reported to have several common problems, primarily related to the engine, brakes, and transmission.
Engine issues are the most prevalent problem for this model, with three recalls related to the engine. The largest recall in 1999 involved 210,000 cars being invited to dealerships for troubleshooting with three issues, including engine problems.
Brakes are another common problem for the 1999 Mitsubishi Montero Sport, with three recalls related to the brakes. The NHTSA campaign 01V027000, dated 05/02/2001, reported issues with the brakes, affecting 19,000 cars.
Transmission problems are less common but still a concern for the 1999 Mitsubishi Montero Sport. The NHTSA campaign 01V027000, dated 05/02/2001, reported issues with the transmission, affecting 10,000 cars.
Equipment problems are also reported for the 1999 Mitsubishi Montero Sport, with one recall related to equipment. The NHTSA campaign 00V311001, dated 02/10/2000, reported issues with equipment, affecting 210,000 cars.
These problems have resulted in a low reliability rating for the 1999 Mitsubishi Montero Sport, with many owners reporting major repairs and maintenance issues.
In conclusion, while the 1999 Mitsubishi Montero Sport has been reported to have several common problems related to the engine, brakes, and transmission, there are also reports of owners who have had positive experiences with the vehicle. It is recommended that potential buyers carefully consider these issues and seek professional advice before making a purchase.
Are old Mitsubishi Monteros reliable?
According to MotorTrend and various forums, the Montero is overall a reliable SUV. However, there are certain model years that run into problems in their transmissions, braking, and engines, which are always certainly expensive to fix. These are the 2001 to 2002 Montero models.
Is Montero Sport reliable?
Whether navigating city streets or venturing off-road, the Montero Sport delivers a reliable and enjoyable experience. With a blend of practicality and performance, this SUV is a solid choice for Filipino families seeking a reliable and capable vehicle.
How many miles can a Mitsubishi Montero last?
I have a few customers well into the 300k mile range, and a lot of customers in the 200s. Really it all depends on how well the vehicle is maintained, but it is unusual to see any major failures even at this mileage provided the basic maintenance is done on time.
What kind of engine is in the Montero Sport?
4 cylinder Diesel engine
Mitsubishi Montero Sport Specifications
The top variant of Montero Sport is powered by the GT 4WD AT a 2442 cc, 4 cylinder Diesel engine that fires 179 hp of power and 430 Nm torque. The 7 seater. For added safety are provided central locking & power door locks.
1999 Mitsubishi Montero sport car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Mitsubishi Montero sport problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Equipment problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Power train problems
- Suspension problems
- Service brakes problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1999 Mitsubishi Montero sport vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1999 Mitsubishi Montero sport
The NHTSA has received 40 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1999 Mitsubishi Montero sport. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1999 Mitsubishi Montero sport vehicles.
STEERING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-10-06
- VIN: JA4MT31H3XP
- Components: STEERING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: MY CAR HAS BROKEN DOWN 3 TIMES THIS YEAR WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. I HAD IT REPAIRED TWICE, THEN FOUND OUT IT HAD AN OPEN RECALL FROM 2000. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER YESTERDAY, FELT THEY DISMISSED MY SITUATION AS I TOLD THEM THE CAR WAS DOING EXACTLY WHAT THE RECALL DESCRIBED AND I WAS CONCERNED IT WOULD HAPPEN AGAIN. I EXPLAINED IN DETAIL ABOUT THE 1ST TWO REPAIRS. MY CAR BROKE DOWN YESTERDAY, AFTER I LEFT THE DEALER, AND WAS ONCE AGAIN UNDRIVEABLE. IT IS RELATED TO THE CRANKSHAFT BOLT. I SENT THE DEALER A VERY DETAILED EMAIL ABOUT THIS FINAL SITUATION AND TO LET THEM KNOW I WAS FILING A COMPLAINT. NO RESPONSE FROM THEM. THE RECALL IS REGARDING A BOLT THAT SECURES A PULLEY. EACH TIME THIS HAPPENED, THE SYMPTOMS WERE THE SAME, THE CAR STARTS MAKING RATTLING NOISES THEN WILL NOT STEER, THEN IS UNDRIVEABLE. THESE ARE THE EXACT SYMPTOMS DESCRIBED IN THE RECALL AS "WORST CASE". I BOUGHT THE CAR 2 YEARS AGO FROM A DEALER BUT WAS NEVER NOTIFIED OF AN OPEN RECALL, SO JUST RECENTLY DISCOVERED IT AFTER READING ONLINE COMPLAINTS FROM OTHERS DESCRIBING THE SAME PROBLEM. THIS THIRD TIME THE CAR BROKE DOWN I WAS DRIVING ON A CITY STREET, STRAIGHT, MEANING NOT TURNING. THE OTHER TWO TIMES I WAS ALSO DRIVING, BUT DON'T REMEMBER IF I WAS TURNING OR NOT. I DO HAVE DOCUMENTATION FROM A PREVIOUS REPAIR AND MY VISIT TO THE DEALER YESTERDAY BUT DON'T KNOW HOW TO UPLOAD FROM MY PHONE AT THIS TIME. THE DATES THE CAR BROKE DOWN FROM THE SAME PROBLEM ARE FEB, 2016, JUNE, 2016 AND OCTOBER 6, 2016. I AM DESPERATE TO RESOLVE THIS SINCE I NO LONGER HAVE TRANSPORTATION. THANK YOU FOR ANY HELP, THIS HAS BEEN AN EXTREMELY FRUSTRATING SITUATION STARTING IN FEBRUARY 2016.
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-11-05
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: TIRES PURCHASE NEW, MAINTAINED WELL WITH APPROX 25K MILES OF WEAR. WITH NO NOTICE, HAD A TREAD SEPARATION ON FRONT RIGHT TIRE. TOOK TO DEALER AND IT WAS REPLACED WITH ONLY A PARTIAL CREDIT FOR WARRANTY. OTHER TIRES WERE INSPECTED AND TOLD IT WAS A FLUKE. APPROXIMATELY ONE MONTH LATER, WAS PULLING OFF FREEWAY AT ABOUT 50MPH AND LEFT REAR TIRE EXPLODED AND RIPPED FENDER OFF OF SUV. NO NOTICE OF WEAR PRIOR TO THIS INCIDENT. WITNESS DRIVER PULLED OVER AND TOLD ME THAT HIS WIFE NOTICED A HUGE BUBBLE IN THE TIRE RIGHT BEFORE THE TREAD FELL APART. TOOK TO DEALER AGAIN AND THEY SAID IN EFFECT, "SO SAD, TOO BAD" BUT I MUST BE UNLUCKY AND THE OTHER TWO TIRES STILL "LOOK" GOOD. TIRE REPLACED. NOW, SAME DAY THIRD TIRE IS LOOSING AIR-NO NAILS, GOOD SEAL, GOOD VALVE. I EXPECT IT TO BLOW UP SOON AS WELL. I CANNOT AFFORD TO PURCHASE ANYMORE TIRES. I HOPE THAT I AM ALIVE BY THE TIME I CAN AFFORD TO REPLACE THE REMAINING TWO TIRES. I AM ASTONISHED THAT THESE HAVE NOT BEEN RECALLED OR THAT THE MFTR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR FULL REPLACEMENT. THESE ARE NOT OVER TIME NOTICEABLE ISSUES, THEY ARE IMMEDIATE FAILURES AND LIFE THREATENING. *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-02-05
- VIN: JA4LS41R2XP
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: ON SAT. 2/6/2010 WHILE DRIVING, I EXPERIENCED LOSS OF STEERING WHICH SCARED ME FOR A MOMENT. AFTER PULLING OVER, I INVESTIGATED WHAT CAUSED THE PROBLEM, AND FOUND THAT MY HARMONIC BALANCER HAD COME LOOSE. I GOT MY VEHICLE BACK TO THE HOUSE, AND PARKED IT. *TR
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-04-02
- VIN: JA4MT31H9XP
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TRANSMISSION WARNING LIGHT CAME ON TO INDICATE OVERHEAT OR POSSIBLE TRANSMISSION FAILURE. I HAD TO PULL OFF THE HIGHWAY TO THE BREAKDOWN LANE (SAFETY CONCERN) TO ALLOW TRANS TO COOL DOWN. I NOW DISCOVER MITSUBISHI HAS A TECH SERVICE BULLETIN (TSB) ON THIS ISSUE FOR MY VEHICLE, REQUIRING INSTALLATION OF A LARGER CAPACITY TRANSMISSION PAN, FILTER AND SCREEN, AND A LONGER FILL TUBE AND MEASURING WAND. *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-01-21
- VIN: JA4LS21G6XP
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 MITSUBISHI MONTERO SPORT. WHEN THE CONTACT STARTED THE VEHICLE, SHE HEARD A TAPPING SOUND. SHE DROVE THE VEHICLE, APPROACHED A STOP LIGHT, AND HEARD THREE THUMPS FROM THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE AND DRIVE TO THE MECHANIC. HE DISCOVERED THAT THE A/C BELT WAS MISSING. WHEN THE MECHANIC ATTEMPTED TO REPAIR THE BELT, HE NOTICED THAT THE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY BOLT WAS LOOSE AND WAS UNABLE TO BE TIGHTENED. HE ALSO INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE NOISE SHE HEARD WAS THE A/C BELT DETACHING AND STRIKING THE ENGINE. DUE TO THE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY'S FAILURE, THE A/C BELT DETACHED. THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 00V311001 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE). THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A DEALER AND FOUND THAT THE A/C BELT DETACHED ONCE AGAIN. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 123,000 AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 115,000.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-11-01
- VIN: JA4MT41R51P
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 MITSUBISH MONTERO SPORT. THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION LIGHT CAME ON INTERMITTENTLY AND OVERHEATED ON LONG TRIPS. THE CONTACT BELIEVED THERE WAS A DESIGN FLAW IN THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 40,473. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 88,000. *AK
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-02-04
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: THE VEHICLE FELT UNSAFE TO DRIVE AND ONE OF THE LEFT REAR LEAF SPRINGS WAS FOUND TO BE CRACKED. *NM
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-08-24
- VIN: JA4LS41R6XP
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: VEHICLE LOST USE OF POWER STEERING DURING A 90 DEGREE TURN AT A BUSY INTERSECTION AND I WAS BARELY ABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF IT. I PROCEEDED TO PULL INTO PARKING LOT OF NEARBY CONVENIENCE STORE AND CHECKED UNDER THE HOOD. I NOTICED THAT THE V-BELT TO THE POWER STEERING PUMP AND OTHER COMPONENTS WAS TURNING RATHER SLUGGISHLY AND COULD HEAR A SQUEAKING/CHIRPING SOUND COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. AFTER SWITCHING OFF THE A/C, I OBSERVED THAT THE V-BELT BEGAN TO TURN MORE FREELY BUT STILL SOMEWHAT SLOWER THAN NORMAL. I THEN DROVE THE VEHICLE AT SLOW SPEEDS (35-40 MPH) TO MY HOME APPROXIMATELY 20 MILES AWAY. THE NEXT MORNING, I DROVE THE VEHICLE TO A NEARBY MECHANIC'S SHOP APPROXIMATELY 1.25 MILE AWAY TO HAVE THE VEHICLE CHECKED OUT. MECHANIC FOUND THAT THE V-BELT HAD NOW JUMPED OFF THE PULLEYS BECAUSE THE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY BOLT WAS NOT IN ALL THE WAY, CAUSING THE V-BELT TO BE MISALIGNED WITH THE OTHER PULLEYS. THAT SAME DAY, I HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE LOCAL MITSUBISHI DEALERSHIP (FAZELI MITSUBISHI - MESQUITE, TX) WHERE THE PREVIOUS 120K SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE SERVICE HAD BEEN PERFORMED. DEALERSHIP'S SERVICE TECHNICIAN STATES THAT THE PULLEY BOLT HAD BACKED-OUT DUE TO VIBRATION FROM THE PULLEY AND THAT THE INTERNAL THREADS OF THE CRANKSHAFT HAD BEEN DAMAGED BEYOND REPAIR REQUIRING THE CRANKSHAFT TO BE REPLACED AT AN APPROXIMATE COST OF $3300 TO $3850 AND INVOLVING A TWO WEEK TIME-FRAME. THE DEALERSHIP CURRENTLY HAS THE VEHICLE AND ARE AWAITING MY DECISION WHETHER OR NOT TO HAVE THE REPAIRS PERFORMED. I CONTACTED MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC. WITH THIS INFORMATION AND REQUESTED TO HAVE A FACTORY REPRESENTATIVE CONTACT/CONSULT WITH THE DEALERSHIP'S TECHNICIAN. I WAS TOLD THAT BECAUSE THEIR WERE NO RECALLS INVOLVING MY VEHICLES AND SINCE IT IS WELL BEYOND THE WARRANTY PERIOD, THEY COULD OFFER ME NO ASSISTANCE WHAT-SO-EVER. *NM
POWER TRAIN,EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-05-08
- VIN: JA4MT31H9XP
- Components: POWER TRAIN,EQUIPMENT
- Summary: NUTRAL LIGHT COMES ON (FLASHING) WHILE DRIVING ON FREEWAY, ONCE ON 5/08/05 AND AGAIN ON 6/5/05
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-01-07
- Fire: 1
- VIN: JA4L531HXXB
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: THE DRIVER NOTICED FLUID LEAKING FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. SUDDENLY, THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE AND THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A BODY SHOP FOR INSPECTION. THE CAUSE HAS NOT BEEN DETERMINED AT THIS TIME. *TT
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-01-07
- Fire: 1
- VIN: JA4L531HXXB
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: THE CONSUMER NOTICED FLUID LEAKING FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. SUDDENLY, THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE.THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE AND THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A BODY SHOP. THE CAUSE HAS NOT BEEN DETERMINED AT THIS TIME. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-06-25
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- Fire: 1
- VIN: JA4MT31H2XP
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: THE VEHICLE STARTED TO SLIDE WHILE MERGING AND ROLLED OVER HITTING THE CENTER WALL OF THE ROAD AND STOPPED IN THE OTHER DIRECTION. *TC THE CONSUMER EXPERIENCED A ROLL OVER. THE ROAD CONDITIONS WERE DRY, THE CONSUMER WAS NOT IN A SEAT BELT, THE AIR BAGS DID IN FACT DEPLOY, BUT THE CONSUMER WAS SHIFTED TO THE PASSENGER'S SEAT DUE TO THE IMPACT AND THE ENGINE STARTED TO SMOKE. THE CONSUMER STATED THAT HE/SHE DID NOT GO OVER THE SPEED LIMIT AND WAS DRIVING PROPERLY. THE CONSUMER DIDN'T UNDERSTAND WHAT CAUSED THE ACCIDENT. *SC *JB
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-09-20
- Fire: 1
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING RIGHT WHEEL WELL CAUGHT ON FIRE WITHOUT WARNING. VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. *AK
EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-07-24
- Components: EQUIPMENT
- Summary: 1999 MONTERO SPORT. THE AIR CONDITIONER A/C BELT WENT OUT 3 TIMES LAST SUMMER AND NOW, ITS SUMMER AGAIN IN AZ, AND THERE GOES THE A/C AGAIN! IT HAS NOT BEEN A YEAR SINCE THE LAST A/C REPAIR! DID I FAIL TO MENTION THE TRANSMISSION HAD TO BE COMPLETELY REBUILT BEFORE 80,000 MILES?. *AK
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-07-07
- VIN: JA4LS31H7XP
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: NEUTRAL LIGHT FLASHS WHEN DRIVING. *AK
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-07-02
- VIN: JA4LS41R5XP
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: THE MOTOR FOR MY WINDSHIELD WIPERS JUST SUDDENLY WENT OUT. I AM ALSO UPSET THAT THE PARTS STORE QUOTED ME A PRICE OF $110, ONLY TO DISCOVER THAT IT WOULD BE TWO WEEKS BEFORE ONE COULD BE OBTAINED, AND THEN ONLY MITSUBISHI WOULD SELL IT TO ME AND FOR $190. WHY WOULD A MOTOR GO OUT ON A VEHICLE WITH ONLY 86,000 MILES?. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: JA4LS31H5XP
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: AFTER RECALL FOR THE CRANKSHAFT WAS DONE ON THE VEHICLE, THE DEFECT REACCURED. DEALERSHIP REFUSING TO FIX PROBLEM. TS
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-07-02
- VIN: ADD
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: VEHICLE WAS TILTING TO LEFT,. DEALER DETERMINED BOTH REAR LEAF SPRINGS WERE CRACKED.*AK
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-06-05
- VIN: ADD
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: ENGINE WAS RUNNING AND SUDDENLY ALL DOORS LOCKED. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED.*AK
EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-11-09
- VIN: JA4NT41R8XP
- Components: EQUIPMENT
- Summary: AIR CONDITIONER WAS NOT WORKING PROPERLY. AIR CONDITIONER BELT DISAPPEARED. CONTACTED DEALER, AND DEALER COULD NOT LOCATE AIR CONDITIONER BELT, AND DIDN'T KNOW WHAT HAPPENED. *AK
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-11-03
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOV EVEHICLE. *AK
SUSPENSION,SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: JA4LS31H5XP
- Components: SUSPENSION,SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,EQUIPMENT
- Summary: THE AIR CONDITIONING DISPELLS AN ODOR SIMILAR TO URINE WHEN TURNED ON. THE FRONT END OF THE TRUCK SHAKES BADLY WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED AT 50 MPH OR GREATER. BOTH OF THESE PROBLEMS CONTINUE EVEN AFTER THE REPAIR WORK. THE A/C PROBLEM HAS NEVER GONE AWAY . ALL THE DEALERSHIP DOES IS APPLY A DEODERANT BUT IT DOES NOT HELP. THE ROTORS HAVE ALREADY BEEN CHANGED ONCE AND THE BRAKES WERE ALSO CHANGED. THE TIRES WERE EVEN ROTATED BUT THE VIBRATING CONTINUES.*AK
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-05-09
- VIN: JA4LS41R4XP
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY AND MADE A SUDDEN STOP. HE WENT INTO THE WINDSHIELD, AND DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BRACKET BROKE. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF PROBLEM. METAL THAT ATTACHED THE BRACKET WAS VERY THIN. *AK *JB
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-01-01
- VIN: JE4MT41R3XP
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: WHEN DRIVING 65-70 MPH THERE IS A VERY LOUD SCREECHING NOISE COMING FROM DRIVER'S SIDE WHEEL. TTOK VEHICLE TO DEALER SEVERAL TIMES, WHO SAYS HE COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG WITH VEHICLE. BRAKING ACTION WAS NORMAL. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-05-19
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JA4MT31H3XP
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING 45-55 MPH VEHICLE STALLED, CONSUMER HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE.*AK
1999 Mitsubishi Montero sport recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 3 recalls for different components of the 1999 Mitsubishi Montero sport.
- Manufacturer: MITSUBISHI AMERICA
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3.5L ENGINES. THESE VEHICLES DO NOT COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 106, "BRAKE HOSES." THESE VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH NONCOMPLIANT BRAKE VACUUM HOSES.
- Consequence: THESE HOSES COULD BURST CAUSING FLUID LEAKAGE, INCREASING THE BRAKING CAPABILITY OF THE VEHICLE AND COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE VACUUM HOSE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN FEBRUARY 15, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 1-800-222-0037.
- Manufacturer: MITSUBISHI AMERICA
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES: MIRAGE MODEL VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 1.5L ENGINES; MONTERO SPORT MODELS EQUIPPED WITH 3.0L ENGINES; AND MONTERO MODELS EQUIPPED WITH 3.0L ENGINES. THE BOLT SECURING THE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY CAN BECOME LOOSE AND THE PULLEY COULD FALL OFF THE VEHICLE.
- Consequence: THE CONDITION CAN RESULT IN A LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSIST, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy: ON THE MIRAGE VEHICLES, THE DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW, IMPROVED CRANKSHAFT PULLEY BOLT ON THE OLDER ENGINES. ON NEW ENGINES WHICH ALREADY HAVE THE IMPROVED BOLT, THE DEALER WILL TIGHTEN THE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY BOLT TO THE CORRECT TORQUE SPECIFICATION. ON THE MONTERO MODELS, DEALERS WILL TIGHTEN THE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY BOLT TO THE CORRECT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS. IF THE BOLT IS DAMAGED, IT WILL BE REPLACED.
- Manufacturer: MITSUBISHI AMERICA
- Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4-WHEEL DRIVE AND AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID COULD BE VENTED ONTO THE HOT EXHAUST SYSTEM AS A RESULT OF UNANTICIPATED HEAT GENERATION IN THE TRANSMISSION.
- Consequence: THE VENTED TRANSMISSION FLUID COULD COME INTO CONTACT WITH THE HOT EXHAUST SYSTEM AND IGNITION OF THE TRANSMISSION FLUID COULD RESULT.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL MODIFY THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL UNIT TO LIMIT VEHICLE SPEED TO BELOW APPROXIMATELY 30 MILES PER HOUR WHEN THE VEHICLE IS OPERATED IN THE FOUR-WHEEL-DRIVE LOW RANGE, AN ADDITIONAL LABEL DESCRIBING THE PROPER USE OF FOUR-WHEEL-DRIVE LOW RANGE WILL BE PROVIDED, AND WILL RELOCATE THE TRANSMISSION BREATHER VENT. IN ADDITION, THE OWNER'S MANUAL WILL BE CORRECTED WITH THE PROPER INFORMATION TO REFLECT THE CHANGE TO THE SPEED LIMITATIONS IN THE FOUR-WHEEL-DRIVE LOW RANGE.
Negative 1999 Mitsubishi Montero sport car reviews
Positive 1999 Mitsubishi Montero sport car reviews
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I'm so glad to hear that your Montero Sport has been worry-free even after 65000 miles! It sounds like you really enjoy driving it and that it's a great conversation starter. Plus, it's spacious, comfortable, and has a solid build. Thanks for sharing your positive experience!
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This vehicle is great! I've never had a problem with it and it's still going strong. I changed the tires at 80000 miles. I've been towing a 6x8 U-Haul every 3 months from SF to LA through the Grapevine with no problems, and it gets good gas mileage. The interior is spartan but fully functional. I've never had a problem going through the mountains either.
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I've owned my 1998 Mitsubishi Montero Sport for almost nine years now and it has been an absolute joy to drive. In 130,000 miles, I've only had to replace the wipers, tires, brakes, and one windshield wiper pump. It's the best all-around truck I've ever owned and it still looks almost as good as the day I bought it in 1997. I'm planning on keeping 'Mitsy' for another nine years!
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If you're considering purchasing a nice SUV that won't break the bank and looks great, this is the one for you! I purchased mine as a second vehicle for towing, and it's been running fantastically since I bought it 3 years ago with over 60k miles on it. I've taken it on three trips from Florida to NY in just 4 months, and the only issue I've noticed is a slight shudder between 2nd and 3rd gears (it's an automatic) if the RPMs are very low. I only feel this twice a week, so it's not a big deal. I'm grateful that a vehicle with this many miles on it only requires such minor maintenance.
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I've had my XLS Sport for 2 1/2 years and I absolutely love it! I purchased it used after comparing it to the 4-Runner, Grand Cherokee & Pathfinder. For the price, it was by far the best option. I saved $10K over a comparable 4-Runner. It is very dependable, great in the snow & ice, and overall well designed. I would definitely recommend it to a cost-conscious buyer. The only concern is that its suspension gives a stiffer ride than its competitors, but it's well worth it off-road.
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Dec 26, 2007 ... ... goes off at will. Does anyone know of common problems with this system? How hard is it to disable? Do I need take it to a dealer? Thanks.
Opinion of Mitsu Montero Sport | Bob Is The Oil Guy
Jan 26, 2022 ... "The most common problem with the Mitsubishi Montero Sport concerns the engine. ... 1999 to 2001 model-years were recalled for these problems.
Other years of Mitsubishi Montero sport
Are you having problems with your 1999 Mitsubishi Montero sport?
Houston Nolan 2024-11-23
This vehicle's performance is subpar due to its lack of power and excessive weight, resulting in poor handling. Additionally, the steering components are currently experiencing issues despite the relatively low mileage of 54K.
Alessandro McClure 2024-09-06
The car has some issues with its performance and safety features. It may not be the best option for those who prioritize safety and reliability. It is recommended to consider other options in the market that may better suit your needs.
Desmond Graham 2024-08-27
Currently have 102000 miles on this vehicle. It burns about a quart of oil every 1,000 miles, and I have experienced some issues with the horsepower and other minor problems since it was bought new. However, I believe that this vehicle could benefit from some improvements in its engineering.
Blair O'Hara 2024-04-13
This car is not what I expected. It has not met my standards and I am disappointed with its performance. I have decided to sell it and go back to my previous car. I prefer German cars as they suit my needs better. Thank you for your understanding.
Maverick Mraz 2024-04-03
The Montero Sport is great for pulling boats, trailers, and more. It's spacious enough for all five passengers, and with all the trunk, rack, and hideaway spots, there's always room to store just about any item. The build of the Montero is bold and safe, and the overall performance is splendid.