1992 MITSUBISHI MONTERO
4 recalls, 18 complaints - 27 TSBs
00V311001 Oct 2, 2000
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Defect Description
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... Read more
96V143002 Aug 12, 1996
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
UNDER CONDITIONS OF FULL LOCK STEERING AND FULL SUSPENSION TRAVEL, THE LEFT OR RIGHT FRONT WHEEL-SIDE BRAKE HOSE CAN CRACK, RESULTING IN BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE.
Consequence
BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE WILL CAUSE ILLUMINATION OF THE BRAKE WARNING LAMP AND REDUCTION IN BRAKING EFFECTIVENESS INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT WHEEL-SIDE BRAKE HOSES WITH REVISED HOSE ASSEMBLIES.
96V143001 Jul 25, 1996
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
UNDER CONDITIONS OF FULL LOCK STEERING AND FULL SUSPENSION TRAVEL, THE LEFT OR RIGHT FRONT WHEEL-SIDE BRAKE HOSE CAN CRACK, RESULTING IN BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE.
Consequence
BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE WILL CAUSE ILLUMINATION OF THE BRAKE WARNING LAMP AND REDUCTION IN BRAKING EFFICIENCY INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LEFT AND RIGHT FRONT WHEEL-SIDE BRAKE HOSES WITH REVISED HOSE ASSEMBLIES.
93E023000 Jul 22, 1993
TRAILER HITCHES
Defect Description
THE WELD ON THE RECEIVER UNIT OF THE TRAILER HITCH CAN BREAK.
Consequence
IF THE FAILURE OCCURS, THE TRAILER CAN SEPARATE FROM THETOWING VEHICLE, AND COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy
REPLACE THE TRAILER HITCH.
Complaint Statistics
18 total complaints
2 crashes
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP | 3 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | 2 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 2 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 2 |
| WHEELS:RIM | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | 1 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY | 1 |
| INTERIOR LIGHTING | 1 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR | 1 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE | 1 |
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Jan 31, 2010
Incident date: Jan 28, 2010
MITSUBISHI MONTERO 1992. NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:00V311001 AND 96V143002. DEALERSHIP CLAIMS THAT THE RECALL IS VOID BECAUSE THE BOLT BROKE AND THEY ASSUME THAT IT BROKE NOT BECAUSE OF RECALLED PART BUT IMPROPER REPAIR. *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Jan 31, 2010
Incident date: Jan 28, 2010
MITSUBISHI MONTERO 1992. NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:00V311001 AND 96V143002. DEALERSHIP CLAIMS THAT THE RECALL IS VOID BECAUSE THE BOLT BROKE AND THEY ASSUME THAT IT BROKE NOT BECAUSE OF RECALLED PART BUT IMPROPER REPAIR. *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Jul 21, 2008
Incident date: Jul 21, 2007
I OWN A 1992 MITSUBISHI MONTERO. THIS VEHICLE IS UNDER RECALL, DETAILED BELOW: NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER : 00V311001 EXACTLY WHAT IS STATED IN THE RECALL, HAPPENED TO MY VEHICLE. EXCEPT WHEN IT HAPPENED, INSTEAD OF COMPLETELY FALLING OUT, WHEN THE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY BOLT BECAME LOOSE IT CAME PAR... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jun 27, 2003
Incident date: Jun 27, 2003
WHILE DRIVING THE FRONT WHEEL LOCKED UP. *NLM
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Jan 9, 2002
Incident date: Dec 28, 2001
CRANKCASE BOLT WAS UNDER RECALL AND WAS INSPECTED AT DEALER LAST APRIL OF 2001. DEC . 28TH NOISE FROM ENGINE FORCED ME TO GO TO INDEPENT SHOP I HAVE USED PREVIOUSLY THE CRANKCASE BOLT THAT WAS UNDER RECALL AND WAS INSPECTED 10,000 MILES EARLIER AND FOUND TO BE AT PROPER TORQUE HAD LOOSENED .I SPOKE ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE
Mar 15, 2001
Incident date: Feb 10, 2001
ENGINE FAILURE DUE TO DEFECTIVE ENGINE MODULE, REPLACING SECOND MODULE. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK SPARK PLUGS WERE NOT OPERATIVE DUE TO ECM FAILURE. THE DEALER INSTALLED THE REPAIRED ECM. *YH
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Mar 15, 2001
Incident date: Feb 10, 2001
ENGINE FAILURE DUE TO DEFECTIVE ENGINE MODULE, REPLACING SECOND MODULE. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK SPARK PLUGS WERE NOT OPERATIVE DUE TO ECM FAILURE. THE DEALER INSTALLED THE REPAIRED ECM. *YH
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Oct 26, 2000
Incident date: Oct 14, 2000
THIS CAR HAS BEEN A LEMON MITSUBUSHI HAS THE COMPLETE REPAIR RECORD THEY SAY ITS THE ONLY ONE I FIND THAT HARD TO BELIVE AS THERE OWN DEALER SAID VALVE TRAIN PROBLEMS WERE FREQUENT.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Oct 26, 2000
Incident date: Oct 14, 2000
THIS CAR HAS BEEN A LEMON MITSUBUSHI HAS THE COMPLETE REPAIR RECORD THEY SAY ITS THE ONLY ONE I FIND THAT HARD TO BELIVE AS THERE OWN DEALER SAID VALVE TRAIN PROBLEMS WERE FREQUENT.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Aug 31, 2000
Incident date: Sep 23, 1999
WHILE DRIVING AND PUTTING ON BRAKES PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. CONSUMER SAW A SCHOOL BUS AND SWERVED AND HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE. CAR WAS STILL GOING AND IT WOULD NOT STOP. CONSUMER RAN UP AN EMBANKMENT AND USED EMERGENCY BRAKE THAT DIDN'T REALLY HELP, TOOK TO MECHANIC, AND THERE WAS A BIG SPLIT IN TH... Read more
Crash
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Aug 31, 2000
Incident date: Sep 23, 1999
WHILE DRIVING AND PUTTING ON BRAKES PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. CONSUMER SAW A SCHOOL BUS AND SWERVED AND HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE. CAR WAS STILL GOING AND IT WOULD NOT STOP. CONSUMER RAN UP AN EMBANKMENT AND USED EMERGENCY BRAKE THAT DIDN'T REALLY HELP, TOOK TO MECHANIC, AND THERE WAS A BIG SPLIT IN TH... Read more
Crash
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Sep 30, 1999
Incident date: Sep 23, 1999
DRIVING ON THE ROAD APPROX 20-25MPH AND APPROACHING A STOP LIGHT HIT THE BRAKES, WENT STRAIGHT TO THE FLOOR, SWERVED TO AVOID HITTING A SCHOOL BUS PUMP. BRAKE DIDN'T SLOW THE VEHICLE DOWN. VEHICLE CONTINUED DOWN THE ROAD, TURNED OFF INTO ALLEY. AND THREW IT IN PARK IN ORDER TO STOP. *AK
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Sep 3, 1998
ABS WARNING LIGHT REMAINS ILLUMINATED, INDICATING MALFUNCTION WITHIN THE SYSTEM. CAUSE UNKNOWN. ALSO REPLACED DOME LIGHTS, AND DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR SWITCH JAMS. *AK
INTERIOR LIGHTING
Sep 3, 1998
ABS WARNING LIGHT REMAINS ILLUMINATED, INDICATING MALFUNCTION WITHIN THE SYSTEM. CAUSE UNKNOWN. ALSO REPLACED DOME LIGHTS, AND DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR SWITCH JAMS. *AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Sep 3, 1998
ABS WARNING LIGHT REMAINS ILLUMINATED, INDICATING MALFUNCTION WITHIN THE SYSTEM. CAUSE UNKNOWN. ALSO REPLACED DOME LIGHTS, AND DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR SWITCH JAMS. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
Sep 1, 1997
Incident date: Nov 1, 1996
THERMOSTAT FAILED TO FUNCTION PROPERLY. *AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
Dec 21, 1995
Incident date: Dec 21, 1995
THE CAR HAS EXPERIENCED LEAKING OF THE BRAKE SYSTEM.PLEASE DESCRIBE. TT
WHEELS:RIM
Jan 30, 1995
Incident date: Jan 30, 1995
WHEEL RUSTING AROUND THE OUTER RIM ON ALL FOUR WHEELS. WHEELS COATED WITH WHITE PAINT. TT
EPA Fuel Economy, 1992 MITSUBISHI MONTERO
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive) | 14.0 | 17.0 | 15.0 | Regular | $4,100 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl, Manual 5-spd (4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive) | 14.0 | 17.0 | 15.0 | Regular | $4,100 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Special Purpose Vehicles)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1992 MITSUBISHI MONTERO
27 manufacturer communications from 27 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 6 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 5 |
| 353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. | 2 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 2 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 2 |
| 133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS | 1 |
| 140000 AIR BAGS | 1 |
| 091130 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES | 1 |
TT253
Nov 26, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TSB-19-00-008
Jul 30, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
This is a Technical Service Bulletin sent to dealers. This bulletin supersedes TSB-18-00-003, issued April, 2018, to add updated information for Carrying Capacity Reduced Label.
TT237
Feb 26, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
TSB-13-42A-002
Jan 29, 2013
160000 STRUCTURE
This Technical Service Bulletin updates the door adjustment procedure in the Body Section of the applicable service manuals.
0316001
Apr 1, 2003
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SPARK PLUG CABLE IDENTIFICATION - SERVICE MANUAL REVISION. *TT
67
Feb 1, 2001
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
SUBJECT REGARDING CRANKSHAFT PULLEY BOLT REPLACEMENT. *JB
TIN01SR003
Jan 26, 2001
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
TECHNICAL INFORMATION REGARDING CRANKSHAFT PULLEY BOLT REPLACEMENT. *TT
ATIN01SR002
Jan 18, 2001
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
THIS ADVANCE TECHNICAL INFORMATION NOTICE STATES THAT MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA, INC. (MMSA) IS VOLUNTARILY RECALLING AFFECTED VEHICLES FOR A POSSIBLE LOOSE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY BOLT. *TT
SR01002
Jan 1, 2001
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA, INC. IS VOLUNTARILY RECALLING CERTAIN AFFECTED VEHICLES FOR A POSSIBLE LOOSE CRANKSHAFT PULLEY BOLT. *TT
TSB0013003
Apr 1, 2000
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
INFORMATION CONTAINING RECOMMENDED FUELS FOR CERTAIN VEHICLES. *TT
96V143
Aug 28, 1998
034000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
MMSA HAS DETERMINED THAT UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, THE FRONT LOWER BRAKE HOSES MAY DEVELOP A CRACK, CAUSING A LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID. *TT
9851003
Aug 6, 1998
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
SOME VEHICLES EXPERIENCE PAINT PEELING FROM THE ROOF RACK SURFACE. *YC
TSB9813005
Jun 1, 1998
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE LONG COLD START TIMES, SAG DURING WARM-UP, AND STALLING. *TT
97110154013
Nov 1, 1997
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
INFORMATION CONTAINING ADDITIONAL GLASS ANTENNA CAUTIONS AND INSPECTION PROCEDURES. *YC
97090114001
Sep 1, 1997
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
PROCEDURE FOR REPLACING THE WATER PASSAGE GASKETS ON VARIOUS VEHICLES. *YC
97090154009
Sep 1, 1997
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
INFORMATION CONTAINING A NEW AND REVISED PROCEDURES FOR ADJUSTING HEADLIGHTS AIM ON AFFECTED VEHICLES. *YC
97090152B003
Sep 1, 1997
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
SERVICE MANUAL REVISION ON SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS. *YC
TSB9700005
Jun 1, 1997
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
MUT-II SCAN TOOL WARRANTY. *TW
TSB9716004
May 1, 1997
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
GENERATOR STATOR REMOVAL - SERVICE MANUAL REVISION. *TW
TSB9711006
May 1, 1997
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
THROTTLE BODY PROCEDURES - SERVICE MANUAL REVISION. *TW
TSB9711007
May 1, 1997
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
CORRECTED CYLINDER HEAD BOLT TIGHTENING PROCEDURES - SERVICE MANUAL REVISION. *TW
TSB9711009
May 1, 1997
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
CORRECTED UPPER OIL PAN INSTALLATION PROCEDURES - SERVICE MANUAL REVISION. *TW
97040113007
Apr 1, 1997
091130 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES
SPECIFICATIONS FOR AFFECTED VEHICLES. *YC
TSB9711002
Feb 1, 1997
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
NEW VALVE LASH ADJUSTER NOISE CHECKING AND TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURES. *JD
TSB9752B002
Feb 1, 1997
140000 AIR BAGS
ADDITIONAL SRS AIR BAG TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURES- SERVICE MANUAL REVISION. *JD
TSB9742A003
Feb 1, 1997
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
POWER WINDOW MOTOR AND REGULATOR ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES. *JD
TSB9754002
Jan 1, 1997
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
CORRECTED MOTOR ANTENNA AND CONTROL UNIT INSPECTION PROCEDURES- SERVICE MANUAL REVISION. *JD
NHTSA Safety Investigations, MITSUBISHI MONTERO
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE98042
Opened: Jul 31, 1998 , Closed: Sep 3, 1998
REAR FOLDING SEAT DISENGAGEMENT
A POLICE REPORT RECEIVED BY ODI ALLEGED THAT DISENGAGEMENT OF THE RIGHT REAR FOLDING SEAT DURING A SINGLE VEHICLE ROLLOVER INCIDENT PERMITTED ITS OCCUPANT TO BE EJECTED
PE90034
Opened: Jan 22, 1990 , Closed: Mar 15, 1990
STEERING COUPLING BOLT
There is no summary currently available
PE89131
Opened: Jun 19, 1989 , Closed: Sep 6, 1989
FUEL HOSE
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PE88083
Opened: Jul 18, 1988 , Closed: Oct 21, 1988
SEAT FAILURE
There is no summary currently available
MITSUBISHI MONTERO - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the MITSUBISHI MONTERO across all model years (1984, 2004).
47
Total Recalls
994
Total Complaints
4
Investigations
84
Reported Crashes
18
Reported Fires
8
Reported Deaths
MITSUBISHI MONTERO - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 0 | 6 | View |
| 2005 | 0 | 1 | View |
| 2004 | 3 | 7 | View |
| 2003 | 2 | 53 | View |
| 2002 | 3 | 132 | View |
| 2001 | 4 | 213 | View |
| 2000 | 2 | 68 | View |
| 1999 | 2 | 47 | View |
| 1998 | 4 | 91 | View |
| 1997 | 2 | 85 | View |
| 1996 | 2 | 40 | View |
| 1995 | 2 | 106 | View |
| 1994 | 5 | 35 | View |
| 1993 | 3 | 17 | View |
| 1992 (current) | 4 | 18 | |
| 1991 | 2 | 22 | View |
| 1990 | 1 | 25 | View |
| 1989 | 2 | 10 | View |
| 1988 | 1 | 1 | View |
| 1987 | 1 | 4 | View |
| 1986 | 1 | 8 | View |
| 1984 | 1 | 0 | View |