1996 Mitsubishi Montero
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 1996 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.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with accessory cargo mats in the third-seat and cargo area. this cargo mat interferes with the latching integrity of the folding third seats.
Risk and remedy
Risk
In the event of a crash, an occupant of the third seat may not be properly restrained and could be ejected from the vehicle.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the third-seat latch and striker. a rectangle will be removed from the cargo mat around each striker to provide adequate striker clearance and proper latching.
Owner complaints
27 complaints1 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
Tl*the contact owns a 1996 mitsubishi montero. the contact stated that the bolts of the crank shaft pulley have fallen. she heard a strange noise while driving and all of the instrument panel lights illuminated. she also stated that the steering wheel locked up. the manufacturer advised her to…
Tl*the contact owns a 1996 mitsubishi montero. the contact stated that the bolts of the crank shaft pulley have fallen. she heard a strange noise while driving and all of the instrument panel lights illuminated. she also stated that the steering wheel locked up. the manufacturer advised her to call an authorized dealer. the dealer stated that no recalls for these failures were available for her vehicle. the contact researched the nhtsa website and found a recall that relates to these failures. The failure and current mileages were 146,000. Updated 01/02/08. *Lj recall#00v311001. Updated 12/12/07 , remailed complaint evoq 2/07/08. *lj
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Belts and associated pulleys · Steering
While driving steering failed. The crankshaft bolt that held it disengaged. recall 00v311001 was issued. *ak
- Equipment › Recreational vehicle/trailer › Lpg systems › Water heater · Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assembly · Structure › Body › Door › Hinge and attachments
Nar 03/05/2003 the consumer rear door hinges had to be replaced , the tie rod broke on the truck, and the water pump froze seizing power to the timing belt.
- Seats
While driving between 40-45 mph metal that kept the driver side seat back up right broke on the right side. When this occurred driver's side seat back declined backwards on the right side. this reduced the driver's visibility. driver had to pull off the road. the entire seat needed to be replaced. *Ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
The butterfly valve in the intake plenum in the 3.5L DOHC comes loose and drops into the motor which can cause it to stop suddenly, this problem IS known by the manufacturer, which IS apparent because they have made a replacement part to fix it; however, it IS expensive and they do not help with the cost. *la
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
Nhtsa recall 00-v-311-001:montero models equipped with 3.0L engines. bolt securing the crankshaft pulley can become loose and the pulley could fall off the vehicle. Dealer won't honor this recall in puerto rico. *Ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Belts and associated pulleys
Nhtsa recall 00-v-311-001 concerning 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. recall repairs failed in this vehicle.*ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine · Unknown or other
While driving the engine and battery lights had come on, the consumer was unable to steer the vehicle (loss of power). the engine was still running, but vehicle would not move. contacted dealer. the crankshaft pulley bolt had broken. there IS a recall, 00v311001, but this vehicle IS not included due to vin. *ak consumer states that she has always had trouble with the engine light illuminating. *scc
- Unknown or other
Consumer received recall 98v205000 on floor mats for 3RD row seat. Had it serviced. However, 2ND row seat also had same problem. Dealer has been notified.*ak
- Steering › Hydraulic power assist system
I lost control of the vehicle.i could have been badly injured,or killed.iwas very lucky.*ak (tiresize: 235-75r15)
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Engine stalled at stop light. mechanic found a butterfly screw on the plenum manifold came off and fell into engine, part no md 3359040, caused $ 4000 damage. dealer had to tighten and use lock tight screws to prevent this from happening again. *slc
- Structure › Body › Door › Hinge and attachments
Back door hinges have rusted. dealer has inspected vehicle, and will replace hinges. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Rotor
ABS braking system was not operable and brake light came on dashboard. brakes made grinding and streaking noises. also, vehicle was taken to the dealership twice and rotors were replaced.*ak
- Power train › Automatic transmission · Unknown or other
While driving engine check light illuminated, indicating a malfunction. dealer stated that this occurred because of interference in the transmission control module caused by cell phone use. please give any further details. *ak
- Electrical system › Wiring › Interior/under dash · Unknown or other
Engine check light appears to be malfunctioning. auto has been serviced for the check engine light/srs light repeatedly. the computer reading states to replace various sensors. sensors have been replaced and the check engine light continues to come on. problem IS perplexing service mechanics -vehicle owner fearful srs may not function properly. vehicle in service over 7 weeks.
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Emission control
There were three manufacturer's recalls. it has been two years since they were issued, and manufacturer hasn't complied with them up to this date. *ak
- Child seat
Our century "smart move" infant/toddler carseat did not install securely. it wobbled & did not fit in the middle back seat correctly - it blocked our view out of the back window. we ended up exchanging it for the fisher price carseat, and like it much better. a friend of mine also returned her "smartmove" for the same reason.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components
1996 mitsubishi montero seems prone to premature brake wear, in normal driving conditions. I've had to replace pads at 17,000 miles, 30,000, and it appears replacement will again be necessary at 40,000 miles.
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system · Power train › Automatic transmission › Gear position indication (prndl)
Transmission will not shift when vehicle IS cold. Manufacturer said it's an emission problem. Informed it's normal. Takes too long to warm up before shifting. *ak
- Equipment › Electrical › Radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Cd player/stereo speaker failed.
- Power train › Automatic transmission › Torque converter
Torque converter failed.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Rotor
When stopping the vehicle makes a very rough stop. Owner believes that he can see brake fluid on the front wheels. The rotors have been replaced twice within a two year period. The brake fluid reservoir has to be replenished every few thousand miles. Dealer not able to correct problem. Owner continues to experience brake problems. *ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Pads
Premature brake pad wear.
- Steering › Linkages
Vehicle began to drift, no response from steering wheel. vehicle rolled down embankment, rolling over. driver heard loud noise at time of steering failure.
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline · Unknown or other
Vehicle abruptly loses significant power. Also, check engine light comes on.
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.
- 10211530This Technical Service Bulletin was sent to dealers to explain the difference between normal dew condensation, which is a natural phenomenon, and water penetration caused by improper sealing or a defective/broken part.
- 10170852This Technical Service Bulletin updates the door adjustment procedure in the Body Section of the applicable service manuals.
- 10170100This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170099This is an index of Tech Talk newsletter articles released in 2012.
- 10170097This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170096This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170087This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170086This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170074This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170071This is a service newsletter (Tech Talk) that was sent out to dealers.
- 10170070This TSB contains troubleshooting steps for diagnosis of various customer complaints relating to the audio system speakers in Mitsubishi vehicles equipped with original equipment audio components.
- 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.
- 10014382Alarm sounds when unlocking.
- 10002357Obd-ii drive cycle.
- 10001719Spark plug cable identification - service manual revision.
- 10000696New and revised information relating to readiness test status descriptions and procedures.
- 6092416Mitsubishi motor sales of america, inc. IS voluntarily recalling certain vehicles to modify the rear cargo area carpet (mat).
- 6088731This bulletin contains recommended automatic transmission / transaxle maintenance information.
- 6088726This bulletin contains recommended manual transmission / transaxle maintenance information.
- 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.
- 614011This bulletin contains obd-ii drive cycle procedures and warranty claim information for obd-ii drive cycle on affected vehicles.
- 612508Information containing recommended fuels for certain vehicles.
- 609778A/t dtcs 29-32 set conditions service manual revision. Yd
- 609777Park/neutral position switch adjustment service manual revision. Yd
- 609774The malfunction indicator lamp may illuminate and diagnostic trouble code p1715 may set in the engine control module. In addition, sluggish acceleration with the transmission returing to normal shifting after the ignition key IS turned off, then back on.
- 606595Customer may complain of a whine coming from the differential.
- 601992Procedures for eliminating or reducing an apparent differential whining noise.
- 601990Vehicles may experience long cold start times, sag during warm-up, and stalling.
- 601838This bulletin contains corrections to the forward clutch piston stroke specification.
- 601498Some vehicles experience paint peeling from the roof rack surface.
- 601488Diganosis and repair procedures to eliminate conditions regarding the mil illuminated and/or dtc p1715. 96-98 montero automatic transmissions models produced before 10-97 up to vin wj003864; 97-98 montero sport automatic transmissions models produced before 10-97 two whee drive models up to vin wp024415 and four-wheel drive models up to vin wp024406.
- 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.
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