Equipment Problems of Mitsubishi Montero

Mitsubishi Montero owners have reported 29 equipment related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 6 most common equipment problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's equipment (14 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's radio/tape cd player (6 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Equipment related problems of Mitsubishi Montero


Recently reported Equipment problems of Mitsubishi Montero

The Equipment problem

Reporting - safety recall as stated on NY state fail inspection. Emissions issues émission results- mil commanded “fail” code p0136-O2 sensor code po455 -evaporative emission system leak   Read details...

The Radio/tape Cd Player problem

Montero under 50,000 miles. Have to replace compressor, alignment bars for sun roof, and brakes. Cost $2700 with labor. Have owned the vehicle for 4 months. No warranty left. Montero has to be jumped to turn on, bucks with defrost on, no air, no radio, and brakes are bad.   Read details...

The Air Conditioner problem

Started car, noticed 3 random lights illuminated on instrument cluster. Then power steering was intermittent. Then a/c went out and would not cool down. Then power steering failed completely. Car was driven to repair shop nearby, since no local Mitsubishi dealer.   Read details...

The Adaptive Equipment problem

Tl-the contact owns a 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. The contact stated that while driving 65 mph, the vehicle horn when off making a loud noise. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the horn was broken and the horn module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired.   Read details...

The Recreational Vehicle Lpg Water Heater problem

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.   Read details...




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