1992 Mitsubishi Montero
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
4 recalls name the 1992 Mitsubishi Montero. Newest first.
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
The weld on the receiver unit of the trailer hitch can break.
Risk and remedy
Risk
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.
Owner complaints
12 complaints1 involved a crash
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- Engine and engine cooling · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
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
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…
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 partly out and broke off leaving half of the bolt seized inside the crankshaft. I was unaware of the recall on the part at that time. But after contacting mitsubishi for a different reason (to order a spare key for the vehicle) I was informed of the recall on my vehicle. Surprised, I informed the mitsubishi representative of what happened. She instructed me to take the vehicle to the nearest mitsubishi dealership and told me that all the repairs necessary would be done at no cost to me. So I towed the car to the dealership to be repaired. The next day the service manager at the dealership called me and told me that mitsubishi instructed her not to repair the vehicle because they found that the timing belt had been replaced, and this negated mitsubishi's repair responsibilities. The vehicle had about 155,000 miles on it at the time of breakdown. Replacing the timing belt on a car with that many miles on it IS considered routine maintenance. I informed the mitsubishi representative of the mileage, so they were well aware of the mileage on the vehicle. Apparently the reason for the denial of repair was that the crankshaft pulley bolt has to be removed and put back in to replace the timing belt. I have not been able to find any information on the nhtsa web site stating that other non-related repairs can negate the liability on a safety recall. So I believe that mitsubishi IS wrong in their denial of repair. My car falls under the recall and meets all the requirements stated by the nhtsa. So please let me know what I can do to remedy this situation, and if I am entitled to any legal recourse. *Tr
- Unknown or other
While driving the front wheel locked up. *nlm
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
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…
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 to califonia customer no service to have the vehicle reinspected and to be reimbursed 67.00 to tighten bolt with no success. If you have any suggestions I would appreciate it. .But the recall at least in my case didn't fix the problem it.*ak
- Electrical system › Ignition › Module · Engine and engine cooling › Engine
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 · Vehicle speed control
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 › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
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 the brake line, leading to the caliper. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
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
- Interior lighting · Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip · Structure › Body › Door
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
Thermostat failed to function properly. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components
The car has experienced leaking of the brake system.please describe. tt
- Wheels › Rim
Wheel rusting around the outer rim on all four wheels. Wheels coated with white paint. tt
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10170852This Technical Service Bulletin updates the door adjustment procedure in the Body Section of the applicable service manuals.
- 10169006This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10163703This 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.
- 10130469This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10001719Spark plug cable identification - service manual revision.
- 625956Technical information regarding crankshaft pulley bolt replacement.
- 618238Subject regarding crankshaft pulley bolt replacement.
- 617812This 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.
- 617809Mitsubishi motor sales of america, inc. IS voluntarily recalling certain affected vehicles for a possible loose crankshaft pulley bolt.
- 615976Mmsa has determined that under certain conditions, the front lower brake hoses may develop a crack, causing a loss of brake fluid.
- 612508Information containing recommended fuels for certain vehicles.
- 601990Vehicles may experience long cold start times, sag during warm-up, and stalling.
- 601498Some vehicles experience paint peeling from the roof rack surface.
- 54306Procedure for replacing the water passage gaskets on various vehicles.
- 54301Information containing a new and revised procedures for adjusting headlights aim on affected vehicles.
- 54299Service manual revision on supplemental restraint system (srs) cautions and warnings.
- 54032Information containing additional glass antenna cautions and inspection procedures.
- 53052Specifications for affected vehicles.
- 52640Generator stator removal - service manual revision.
- 52630Throttle body procedures - service manual revision.
- 52629Corrected cylinder head bolt tightening procedures - service manual revision.
- 52627Corrected upper oil pan installation procedures - service manual revision.
- 52620Mut-ii scan tool warranty.
- 52079Corrected motor antenna and control unit inspection procedures- service manual revision.
- 52073Additional srs air bag troubleshooting procedures- service manual revision.
- 52068Power window motor and regulator assembly procedures.
- 52060New valve lash adjuster noise checking and troubleshooting procedures.
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